What is Domiciliary Dental Care?

Domiciliary Dental Care is simply professional dental treatment delivered outside of a traditional clinic setting. This service is specifically designed for people whose medical or physical condition makes it challenging to travel, ensuring they receive necessary care without compromising their comfort or health. Care Home Dental is a fully NHS-registered mobile dental team that brings the entire dental surgery experience - including expertise and equipment - directly to the patient's: Private home, Care home residence, Sheltered housing.

Our service is tailored for those who are medically unable to travel to a dental practice. We specialise in treating individuals with complex needs, including: Care Home Residents, Adults who are housebound or palliative. Patients with mobility issues. Individuals with advanced dementia or health issues. Patients lacking capacity (AWI supported). Our team operates with compassion, dignity, and complete clinical compliance.

You might be surprised by the range of services we can provide using our portable, state-of-the-art equipment. We offer a full range of NHS and preventive services, including: Free NHS Dental Exams and routine check-ups. Oral Cancer Screening and Gum Disease Assessments. Emergency Dental Visits for pain or trauma. Denture Fitting & Adjustments. Fluoride Varnish Applications.

Choosing a domiciliary provider means trusting them with the care of a vulnerable person. When you choose Care Home Dental, you benefit from: NHS-Funded Visits: All exams and home visits are funded by the NHS in Scotland. Specialist Compliance: We are fully trained in AWI procedures and handle all consent and documentation. Zero Admin: We handle all paperwork and admin , including NHS claims, so care teams and families don't have to. Trusted Experience: With over 12 years' experience , we are trusted by care homes across Glasgow, Stirling, inverclyde and Edinburgh.