Objectives: 
        1. Learn more about the new NHS England guidance on supporting use of skill mix in NHS general dental practice 

        2. Understand how to implement direct access to care from dental care professionals in your NHS general dental practice 

        3. Learn best practice from dental teams who have implemented direct access to care  

Aims:  The session will clarify direct access to care from dental care professionals in NHS general dental practice; explain the recent administrative changes implemented; discuss implications of changes for dental practices; and provide opportunities for questions and discussion about skills mix and developing dental teams within NHS general dental practice