Brexit - Consequences for the UK’s Oral Health Workforce?

Abstract

On Friday, 20 December 2019, after three and a half years of discussion the Parliament of the United Kingdom (UK) voted decisively that this country should leave the European Union (EU). For many of us this was a sad day. However, this political decision has been made and intensive negotiations will now take place between the UK and the EU’s negotiating teams to agree the details for the UK’s future relationship with the EU. It is still far from clear exactly what the consequences of the resulting deal will be for both parties. A number of previous articles and editorials have speculated on the possible consequences for health and oral health in the UK. Key areas include workforce, research and regulations for medicines and medical and dental equipment. This editorial will consider the implications for the UK’s Oral healthcare workforce.

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