Question to the Department of Health and Social Care:

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment she has made of the (a) contribution of teeth replacement to healthy eating and wellbeing, (b) adequacy of the affordability of teeth replacement procedures and (c) contribution of research and development to reducing the cost of teeth replacement.

No specific assessment has been made. Tooth replacement treatment options should always be determined by clinicians according to individual patient need.

Through the 2026 National Health Service dental contract reforms, the Government increased payments for denture repairs and adjustments to support access where clinically required. We continue to review NHS dental services and support research and evidence that can improve oral health outcomes and inform future provision.