Mandatory Dental Services (MDS) on the Isle of Wight - MDS5C1

The aims for MDS provision are to:

• contribute to improving oral and general health;
• reduce inequalities in health and access to dental care by providing extra support to groups of vulnerable adults and children. This includes, but is not limited to, children under 5 years old, residents of care homes, other vulnerable groups and patients weighing up to 227kg (35 stones and 10.45 lbs);
• provide access to NHS dental services to ensure equity and consistency of provision;
• provide bookable appointments outside of core hours;
• deliver appropriate, efficient and cost-effective services within the service;
• provision framework of the NHS (General Dental Services/Personal Dental Services) Regulations 2005 and any subsequent revisions;
• provide high quality dental services;
• provide access within contracted hours to un-associated patients identified as having an urgent dental need via NHS 111, NHS Dental Helpline, out of hours services and self-referral;
• refer patients to other NHS services as appropriate in line with the relevant local protocols and guidance;
• establish a positive working relationship between the Commissioner and Provider to facilitate and maximise high quality service delivery;
• prioritize Looked after Children (LAC);
• develop services in line with the evolving strategic approach to primary care dental provision and align with the priorities of the NHS Long Term Plan - www.longtermplan.nhs.uk;
• promote overall health in line with Making Every Contact Count;
• keep availability of appointments up to date on nhs.uk ;
• comply with recall intervals, in line with NICE Guidelines (CG19).

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