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The clinical placements offered are currently in and around ºù«Ӱҵ, and the wider South Yorkshire area.

Our placements are carefully selected. The majority of placements on offer are in general dental practice, but they may also take place in community dental clinics.

Our outreach placements focus on helping you to learn about patient-centred care and the importance of primary care in providing treatment for patients in varied social circumstances.

The aims of outreach are to:

• encourage you to appreciate the ethical responsibility of dental professionals for the oral health of the whole community
• increase your understanding of the principles and particularly the practice of public health dentistry
• develop your appreciation of the responsibilities and requirements of the practice environment
• consolidate your awareness and develop your skills in the provision of comprehensive care for a range of patient groups.

A high-quality outreach experience

ºù«Ӱҵ’s outreach placements were established in 2006. Previously published evidence shows that it enhances students’ ability to plan care for patients and increases valuable experience significantly. We have also hosted fact-finding visits from overseas universities and other UK dental schools.

Our placements help students transition into Dental Foundation Training and other forms of (first) employment. The placements are thoroughly quality assured and our latest GDC Inspection Report recognises the importance of these supportive environments for our students.