Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website (nidentalfinder.co.uk), you accept and agree to be bound by and comply with these terms and conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this website.

2. Service Description

NI Dental Finder is a free online directory of NHS dental practices in Northern Ireland. We provide information sourced from the Business Services Organisation (BSO) and dental practices themselves to help patients find NHS dentists.

The website includes:

• A searchable directory of 319 general NHS dental practices
• Information about practice locations, contact details, and acceptance status
• Guides to NHS dental charges, the Dental Access Scheme, and emergency dental services
• Frequently asked questions and patient resources

3. Information Accuracy Disclaimer

IMPORTANT: Information provided on NI Dental Finder may not be current or accurate. Dental practice details, acceptance status, opening hours, and contact information change frequently and without notice.

• Always phone the practice directly to confirm current information before visiting.
• We do not guarantee that information displayed on this website is accurate, complete, or up-to-date
• Practice acceptance status is point-in-time information and may change daily
• Opening hours, phone numbers, and other contact details may be outdated
• We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the directory

4. No Medical Advice

NI Dental Finder provides general information about NHS dental services, charges, and how to find a dentist. We do not provide medical, dental, or health advice.

Information on this website is for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be construed as professional medical or dental advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendation. If you have a dental or health concern, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

We are not liable for any consequences arising from your use of information on this website in place of professional medical or dental consultation.

5. Data Sources & Limitations

Primary Data Source: BSO

Dental practice information is sourced from the Business Services Organisation (BSO) dental practice register. The BSO data is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0 and represents the official NHS dental practice list for Northern Ireland.

Limitations of BSO Data

• BSO data may not capture every NHS dentist or practice variation
• BSO data is updated periodically, not in real-time
• Data accuracy depends on practices providing accurate information to BSO
• Specialist practices are excluded from the main directory (30 referral-only specialist practices)

Practice-Submitted Information

Practices may submit updated information to improve accuracy. However, we cannot verify all information submitted by practices. We are not responsible for false or misleading information provided by practices themselves.

Community Feedback

Information may come from community feedback and reports from patients. While we appreciate such feedback, we cannot verify all reports. Community-provided information is not guaranteed to be accurate.

6. User Responsibilities

As a user of NI Dental Finder, you agree to:

• Use the website for lawful purposes only
• Not attempt to unauthorised access to the website or its systems
• Not engage in any activity that could damage, disable, or overburden the website
• Not share personal information or health data on the website
• Verify information independently, especially practice details and opening hours
• Contact practices directly to confirm information before making decisions

7. Intellectual Property

Website Content

The website design, layout, text, graphics, and original content are the property of NI Dental Finder Team or are used with permission. You may view and download content for personal, non-commercial use only.

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or transmit content without permission
• Modify, adapt, or create derivative works
• Remove copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices
• Use content for commercial purposes

BSO Data

Dental practice data from BSO is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. We provide this data under the terms of that licence. Users may freely use, modify, and redistribute BSO data provided they acknowledge BSO as the source.

Trademarks

"NI Dental Finder" and the NI Dental Finder logo are trademarks of NI Dental Finder Team. You may not use these trademarks without permission.

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, NI DENTAL FINDER TEAM SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

• Direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or use
• Business interruption or service outage
• Any damages arising from errors or inaccuracies in information
• Any damages arising from inability to find a dentist or access dental services
• Any damages arising from relying on information on this website

This limitation applies even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the website is to stop using it.

9. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the website following posting of changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

10. Accessibility & Technical Requirements

We strive to make NI Dental Finder accessible to all users. If you experience accessibility issues, please contact us at [email protected].

The website is optimised for modern browsers. We recommend using a current version of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge for the best experience.

11. Third-Party Links

NI Dental Finder may contain links to third-party websites (NHS, Health and Social Care Trusts, BSO, etc.). These links are provided for your convenience. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or policies of third-party websites. Your use of third-party websites is governed by their terms and privacy policies, not ours.

12. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to use this website to:

• Violate any laws or regulations
• Infringe intellectual property rights
• Harass, threaten, or abuse others
• Post defamatory, obscene, or offensive content
• Send spam or unsolicited communications
• Engage in unauthorised access or hacking
• Scrape data without permission (except bulk BSO data under OGL)
• Perform automated requests that overload the website

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless NI Dental Finder Team from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your breach of these terms
• Your use of the website
• Your violation of applicable laws
• Your infringement of others' rights

14. Suspension & Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the website at any time, for any reason, without notice or liability. Causes include:

• Violation of these terms
• Unauthorised access attempts
• Spam or abusive conduct
• Actions that harm the website or other users

15. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These terms are governed by the laws of Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom. Any disputes arising from these terms or use of the website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Northern Ireland.

16. Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall be severed and the remaining provisions shall remain in effect.

17. Entire Agreement

These terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and NI Dental Finder regarding the website. Any prior agreements, understandings, or negotiations are superseded.

18. Contact

If you have questions about these terms, contact us at [email protected].