Multi-Resident Dental Clinics in Care Homes – Birmingham
Organising dental visits for multiple residents individually can be disruptive, costly and time-consuming. Our Multi-Resident Dental Clinics in Birmingham provide a practical solution: we attend your care home and see several residents in one planned session. This reduces disruption, ensures continuity, and provides clear documentation for families and the CQC.
Why choose multi-resident clinics?
- Efficiency: multiple residents are seen in one visit, saving time for staff.
- Reduced disruption: avoids repeated rearranging of staff schedules and resident routines.
- Cost-effective: spreads call-out costs across several residents.
- Compliance: supports CQC expectations on oral health provision and record-keeping.
- Continuity: ensures residents are reviewed regularly by the same dental team.
What services are provided during clinic days?
- Routine dental check-ups and hygiene support
- Denture repairs, relines, adjustments and new impressions
- Emergency relief such as temporary fillings or dressings
- Simple extractions when clinically safe
- Mouth-care advice and dental hygienist input for residents and carers
- Written documentation for every resident seen
How a multi-resident dental clinic works
- Planning: the manager provides a resident list and consents are gathered in advance.
- On-site setup: we bring portable equipment and infection-control materials.
- Treatment: residents are seen one by one in a quiet room or at their bedside.
- Documentation: clear notes and aftercare instructions left with staff and families.
- Follow-up: recall schedules arranged for preventive care.
Benefits for managers, families and staff
- Fewer emergency call-outs thanks to preventive visits
- Improved resident comfort and oral health outcomes
- Confidence for staff with clear handovers and mouth-care plans
- Positive feedback for families and CQC inspectors
FAQs – Multi-Resident Dental Clinics Birmingham
How many residents can you see in one session?
Typically 6–12 residents depending on the complexity of cases and time available. Larger homes can arrange multiple sessions.
Do residents need individual consent?
Yes. Consent is gathered in advance from residents or their legal representatives, in line with the Mental Capacity Act.
Where in the care home are clinics set up?
A quiet room with good lighting and access to a power socket is ideal. Bedside visits are possible for those who cannot be moved.
Can a hygienist attend as part of the clinic?
Yes. Our dental hygienist often supports these sessions, offering preventive advice, carer training and oral hygiene coaching.