Dental access standards

Dental Access Standards
Description Criteria Classification Distance Travel Time
Routine Dentistry
Examinations, frequency as recommended by dentist and where the patient is not in pain or discomfort
Appointment within eight weeks Rural 10 miles 30 minutes
Urban 5 miles 30 minutes
Urgent Dentistry
Patient in pain or with discomfort
Patient in pain or with discomfort
Within 24-48 Hours
Rural 25 miles  
Urban 10 miles