Setting up and maximising the usage of an Urgent Dental Care Centre in Blackpool. Sharing our experiences
An integrated Urgent Dental Care Centre with Tier 2 Oral Surgery support was set up in Blackpool starting 24th March 2020. This was in reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic. In the first month 1433 patients had telephone consultations and 713 extractions were performed. The challenges surrounding set up and continuity of care are discussed.
Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - Category: ENT & OMF Authors: D. Hammond, F. Hughes, P. Stirrup, N. Barkworth Source Type: research