What is it about?
This article supports members of the dental team in optimising patient pathways, upholding professional accountability, and enhancing both the safety and quality of care provided. It gives clear information about exemptions, Patient Specific Directions (PSDs), and Patient Group Directions (PGDs) for Dental Hygienists and Dental Therapists.
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Why is it important?
A clear understanding of exemptions, Patient Specific Directions (PSDs), and Patient Group Directions (PGDs) is essential for all members of the dental team, to allow the efficient delivery of care by dental hygienists and dental therapists, ensuring that patients receive appropriate treatment without unnecessary delays.
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This page is a summary of: Optimizing scope of practice, Dental Update, October 2025, Mark Allen Group,
DOI: 10.12968/denu.2025.52.9.621.
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