New incentives are being introduced for dental practitioners to prioritize urgent care services and to adopt cost-efficient treatment plans. These measures aim to optimize patient care by encouraging longer-term treatment packages, especially for complex issues like gum disease. The initiative seeks to improve the delivery of immediate dental treatments while promoting financial sustainability within dental practices. By incentivizing extended treatment packages, the policy encourages dentists to focus on addressing major dental health issues comprehensively, potentially reducing the need for recurrent visits and associated costs. The move aligns with broader efforts to balance quality care with affordability, aiming for a more efficient allocation of resources in dental health services and ensuring timely interventions for patients with urgent needs.