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General dental practices

Definition
NICE Guideline NG48 - Oral health for adults in care homes
National Institute for Health and Care Excellence

General dental practices are commonly known as 'high street dentists' and provide primary care dental services. They may also provide dental care to people living in care homes if they have arranged to be paid by the person, the care home, the local authority or NHS England.

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