Coronavirus: Fife NHS dental surgeries closed except for emergencies

NHS dentists across Fife are closed (Pic: Michael Gillen)

NHS Fife, in line with the rest of Scotland, have suspended all dental care services in a bid to tackle the coronavirus pandemic.

Patients are asked to contact their practice by telephone in an emergency situation only.

A statement from an NHS spokesman said: “Do not go to your dental practice – you should telephone your practice on their usual number.

“Your dentist will be able to give you advice, including on taking pain relief or prescribe antibiotics.

“If your dentist confirms that you have an urgent dental need, if you are have no symptoms of COVID-19, you will be offered an appointment at an urgent dental care centre.

“Your dentist will ring the service on your behalf.

“If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 your dentist will contact the urgent dental centre advice line. You will be contacted by staff from the designated COVID-19 urgent dental care centre.”

Those with an urgent dental need outside of normal working hours should contact NHS24 by dialling 111.