British dental journal
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British dental journal · Oct 2009
Are restrictive NHS contracts of benefit in addressing health inequalities? An ecological evaluation of their value in the North East of England.
To determine if restrictive NHS contracts are of benefit in addressing health inequalities in oral health, by using an ecological approach based upon an area measure of material deprivation. ⋯ Restrictive contracts may be of benefit in addressing health inequalities. PCTs need to carefully consider the impact of ending restrictive contracts on their local populations.