Primary Care Dentistry in the UK: A Practical Guide
This course offers a comprehensive overview of primary care dentistry in the UK, encompassing structures, practices, and the myriad challenges faced within both NHS and private care systems.
The course covers essential topics such as:
- The structure and operation of NHS dentistry, including contract types such as General Dental Services (GDS) and Personal Dental Services (PDS).
- Requirements for joining the NHS Performers List for both UK graduates and overseas dentists.
- The intricacies of financial arrangements in dentistry, including NHS payments and private practice models.
- How to negotiate associate agreements and employment challenges in diverse practice environments.
- Strategies to maintain professional safeguards, manage workplace culture, and avoid burnout.
By engaging with this course, dental professionals can enhance their ability to adapt within the UK's dental practice environment, ensuring both professional growth and patient-centred care.
Aim
The aim of the learning and teaching materials in this Dentaljuce module is to provide dental professionals with a comprehensive overview and understanding of the structures, practices, and challenges associated with primary care dentistry in the UK.
Course objective
- To update dental professionals on current practices and regulations in primary care dentistry across the UK.
Anticipated learning outcomes:
- Understand the structure of NHS dentistry and the role of primary care.
- Recognise different NHS contract types and the implications for practice.
- Manage the balance between NHS and private dentistry effectively.
- Navigate financial aspects of dentistry, including associate agreements and financial planning.
- Implement strategies to avoid burnout and manage workplace expectations.
GDC Development Outcomes
This CPD will support the learner in meeting the following GDC Development Outcome(s): A, B, D.