As well as their dental condition, you need to consider a wide range of factors when assessing a patient's best interests, including their likely wishes based on what you know of them from relatives and written statements.
We have more advice on making decisions on behalf of adults lacking capacity, but this is a complex area and it's a good idea to call our 24-hour advisory helpline for support with specific cases.
This page was correct at publication on 31/01/2022. Any guidance is intended as general guidance for members only. If you are a member and need specific advice relating to your own circumstances, please contact one of our advisers.