While the reforms aim to improve fairness and access, both the public and dental professionals have raised concerns about potential unintended impacts on service quality and the sustainability of practices. Many patients and dentists emphasise the importance of preventative care, which is difficult to achieve with check-ups only every two years.
These changes don’t just affect your patients. They could mean increased clinical time for more complex cases, reduced practice goodwill value, and potential damage to patient trust and continuity of care.
“ If we had stuck with the NHS, we wouldn't have been able to invest in new technologies to keep our practice ahead of the curve. ”
“ If you are seeking greater control over your work, improved patient relationships, and a better balance between professional and personal life, moving to private practice is worth considering. ”
Is your dental practice considering a full or partial conversion from NHS to private? Or are you exploring how a dental membership plan could help strengthen patient retention, increase recurring..
The NHS Wales reform is set to take effect this April, and it represents one of the most significant shifts Welsh dental practices have faced in recent years. While the..
Wales is preparing for one of the biggest shifts to NHS dentistry in more than a decade: the Wales Dental Contract Reform 2026. The April 2026 contract will replace the..
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