Private Mobile Dentistry
Short Introduction
Mobile Dentist is a Worthing-based private mobile dental service for people who may find it difficult to travel to a dental clinic.
Visits may be available at private homes, care homes and hospitals in Sussex, Surrey and some areas of Hampshire where practical. Whether a visit can be arranged depends on distance, access, patient needs, medical history, consent and clinical judgement.
What The Private Mobile Dental Service Is
A mobile dental visit usually starts with understanding the patient's dental concern, location, access needs and medical circumstances.
The visit may include assessment, advice and planning suitable next steps. The aim is to help decide what can reasonably be managed during a mobile visit and what may need a clinic, laboratory stage, referral or another service.
Homes, Care Homes And Hospitals
Private mobile dental visits may be considered for:
private homes;
care homes and residential settings;
hospitals, where practical and permitted by the setting.
Family members, carers and care teams can call to ask what information is needed before arranging a visit.
What May Be Assessed During A Visit
The dentist may assess dental pain, broken teeth, denture problems, oral health concerns and practical next steps.
Denture-related concerns may include loose dentures, broken dentures, sore areas, repairs, relines or whether new dentures may be appropriate. Some denture work may involve laboratory stages or more than one appointment.
Limits Of Mobile Care
A mobile dental visit cannot always be arranged or completed in the way a patient may hope.
Some care may need clinic-based assessment, clinic-based treatment, laboratory work, specialist support, referral or another service. This depends on the patient's needs, medical history, access, equipment requirements, consent and clinical judgement.
Family Members And Carers
Family members and carers can call on behalf of someone who may need help arranging a visit.
Please explain the patient's location, whether the visit would be to a home, care home or hospital, the main dental concern, and any access or medical factors that may affect care.
How To Enquire
To ask whether a private mobile dental visit may be practical, call 01903 821822.
The team can advise what information is needed and whether a mobile visit, clinic appointment, laboratory stage, referral or another route may be more appropriate.
Ask About A Visit
Call 01903 821822 to ask whether a private mobile dental visit may be practical for your situation.