14 Oct 2024  •  Newsfeed  •  1min read

Almost all new patients unable to access NHS dental care

New data shows that up to 97% of new patients who try to access NHS dental care are unsuccessful, prompting calls for the new government to act fast.

The Office for National Statistics Experiences of NHS healthcare services in England shows 96.9% of those who do not have a dentist and who tried to access NHS dental care were unsuccessful.

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