Provides dental treatment for patients who have difficulty in obtaining treatment elsewhere.  The service works in conjunction with local family dentists, and when it is appropriate the care will be transferred to a family dentist.  SPDCS provides a service for people of all ages, with special needs, and for elderly people.  Treats housebound people without a family dentist in their own homes.  Adults and children who have a genuine dental phobia, and who need a special introduction to dentistry to prepare them for treatment by a family dentist, may access the service if they are referred by a Health or Social Care Worker.  Also cares for people with special needs who may have physical, mental or learning disabilities.  Domiciliary care may be accessed in the same way and dental health education may be provided for priority groups.  Permanent and mobile clinics are held in locations throughout the city.