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Dentists slam Welsh Government's NHS dental reforms
The British Dental Association Cymru has warned the Welsh Government that the changes could lead to an exodus from the workforce and should be paused for further trials.
The proposed reforms aim to improve oral health, increase prevention, and provide better value for money.
However, a survey indicates that only two per cent of dentists believe the changes will support NHS dentistry's sustainability.
Just five per cent agree the reforms will enhance prevention, and eight per cent think they will improve access to NHS care.
A significant concern is the shift in patient appointments to up to 24 months apart, which could limit early disease detection, including oral cancers.
The changes also propose moving patients to a centralised database, potentially fragmenting family care.
The reforms are expected to be introduced next year.
