NHS Dental Concepts Flashcards
Q: What is the CQC?
A: The CQC (Care Quality Commission) is an independent regulator of health and social care services in England, ensuring they meet standards of quality and safety.
Q: What are AGPs?
A: AGPs (Aerosol Generating Procedures) are medical or dental procedures that create airborne particles, potentially spreading infections.
Q: What is NICE?
A: NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) provides evidence-based guidelines and recommendations to improve health and social care.
Q: What is the GDC?
A: The GDC (General Dental Council) is the regulatory body for dental professionals in the UK, ensuring standards of practice and patient safety.
Q: What do you know about how the NHS charges for appointments?
A: NHS dental charges in England are divided into three bands, covering different types of treatments, from routine check-ups (Band 1) to complex procedures (Band 3).
Q: What are the NHS values, and why are they important?
A: NHS values include respect, compassion, and working together for patients. These are essential for delivering equitable, high-quality healthcare.
Q: What is it like to be a dentist?
A: Being a dentist involves diagnosing, treating, and preventing oral health issues, building trust with patients, and managing diverse challenges in a dynamic environment.
Q: How do you deal with overpopulation?
A: Strategies include efficient scheduling, preventive care programs, and increasing capacity by training more dental professionals.
Q: What are the main challenges facing the future of dentistry in the UK?
A: Challenges include workforce shortages, increased demand for services, evolving technologies, and addressing inequalities in dental care access.
Q: What are the greatest challenges facing healthcare as a whole, and dentistry in particular?
A: Healthcare faces challenges like funding constraints, aging populations, and managing chronic conditions. Dentistry specifically struggles with access disparities and the integration of advanced technologies.
Q: How has COVID changed the way that dental practices operate?
A: COVID introduced stricter infection control measures, increased use of PPE, limitations on AGPs, and changes in patient flow to ensure safety.
