Changes are being made to the NHS dental contracts operating in both England and Wales.
These are being introduced to address the challenges associated with delivering care to higher needs patients and making it easier for patients to access NHS care.
Patients still have access to the full range of clinically necessary treatments available on the NHS.
Dental reform in England 2026/27
Unscheduled Dental Care Incentive (UDCI) Scheme
NHS England Dental Quality Improvement (QI) 2026/27
NHS England Dental Funded Appraisals – 2026/27 Scheme
Dental reform in Wales 2026/27
Dental reform in Wales 2026/27