If you are 16 years old, 17 years old, or 18 years old and not enrolled in a full-time educational program, you are eligible for free NHS dental care for any treatment that starts before your 18th birthday. If you are over 18 and live in Scotland or Wales, you are qualified for free dental exams through the NHS. If you live in Scotland or Wales, you can access the NHS for free.
There are several reasons for the lack of dental care. The CEO of the Oral Health Foundation, Dr. Nigel Carter, claims that not enough new Dentist Kings Norton are being trained. He continued by claiming that Brexit, the coronavirus, and dentists' displeasure with NHS contracts had all contributed to the shortfall.