Dental neglect

Definition

Dental neglect is defined by the British Society of Paediatric Dentistry as: ‘The persistent failure to meet a child’s basic oral health needs, likely to result in serious impairment of a child’s oral, or general health, or development.”

Accessing dental care

Dentaid The Dental Charity work in partnership with Hampshire & Isle of Wight ICB to provide dental clinics across the county for patients who are residents in Hampshire and Isle of Wight and entitled to free NHS dental treatment and/or facing health inequalities that make it difficult to access treatment. This includes:

• New and expectant mothers
• Children
• People at risk of homelessness and social exclusion
• People on low incomes and benefits

Further details can be found below:

Mobile dental service – ICB flyer

Dental project appointment poster for venues