Toothbank, a dental practice in Beeston, Nottinghamshire, was informed by the local Integrated Care Board that there is no need for NHS treatment in the area. The practice aims to provide private dental care but cannot secure an NHS contract. Director Traceyanne Smith expressed frustration over the lack of response from NHS officials following their denial of a General Dental Services contract. The practice has observed demand from the community for NHS services. Local councillor Teresa Cullen challenges the claim of no need for NHS dental places, citing resident difficulties in accessing dental care.
"It's been massively frustrating. We are really wanting to serve the need in Beeston where there is a massive cry for NHS dentistry. We have realised this in the past few weeks, with people just popping in to see if we can offer them appointments via the NHS."
"I think it is really important for people to understand that it's not us that makes that decision, it comes from NHS commissioning. Without their go-ahead, we can't even see children on the NHS."
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