Information and guidance for practice owners and associates providing NHS dentistry in Scotland.
Learn about the 2026 changes to Scotland’s NHS dental prior approval process and mandatory training (provisional listing) requirements.
More about Scotland: 2026 changes to prior approval process and mandatory trainingGuidance for dentists on the requirements and procedures for joining or leaving the dental list in Scotland including information for dentists who wish to apply for a vocational training number on the grounds of experience and training.
More about Joining and leaving the dental list in ScotlandAbsence from practice, whether planned or unplanned, must be managed carefully to ensure continuity of care and compliance with the General Dental Services (GDS) Regulations in Scotland.
More about Absence and time away from practice in ScotlandGuidance for dental practitioners on how patient charges and remuneration are applied within Health Service dentistry in Scotland.
More about Dental charges and remuneration in Scotland: An overview for practitionersGuidance on providing patient care under NHS dentistry in Scotland, including continuing care, capitation, and the key terms of service that govern practice.
More about Providing NHS dentistry in ScotlandGuidance for practice owners on the key requirements for providing NHS dentistry in Scotland.
More about Health Service dentistry in Scotland: An overview for practice owners