The transfer of patients from the Community Dental Service in Greater Glasgow Health Board area to the General Dental Service

Between January and June 1990, 688 patients of Greater Glasgow Health Board Community Dental Service were asked to attend a General Dental Practitioner in future. At the end of June 1991, only 255 patients, 37% of the sample, were found to be registered on the General Dental Service Capitation Scheme. Registration was associated with the 'Neighbourhood Type' which is a reflection of the socioeconomic characteristics of the locality. Those living in the most favourable group of Neighbourhood Types were more likely to be registered with a General Dental Practitioner after leaving the Community Dental Service.