NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has moved to a new digital dental charting system. The system, called SALUD, has now been introduced across Glasgow Dental Hospital and School.
This replaces the current paper-based dental charting and clinical documentation.
Why are we making this change?
SALUD:
- Improves patient safety and record accuracy
- Provides clear, structured digital documentation
- Reduces reliance on paper records
- Supports the move towards a fully integrated electronic patient record (EPR)
What does this mean for you?
Clinical documentation has moved from paper to digital, and workflows may change slightly depending on your role/specialty.
Training and resources are available to support you during and after implementation via local super-users and the StaffNet SALUD Clinical Applications Webpage.
When is this happening?
SALUD is now live!
The Digital Dental Charting system went live in Orthodontic and Restorative services on 19th October 2026.
A comprehensive training programme was delivered throughout September and October 2026.
If you have not yet been trained, please contact your line manager or tutor.
How will I be supported?
- Hands-on training sessions
- Quick reference guides and resources
- Superusers / on‑site support at go‑live
- Ongoing support via Digital Services
Where can I find more information?
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions below.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is SALUD?
SALUD is a digital dental charting system that allows clinicians to record patient information electronically, replacing paper-based records.
Why are we introducing SALUD?
SALUD will improve:
- Efficiency in accessing and sharing patient information
- Patient safety and accuracy of records
- Consistency of clinical documentation
Is TrakCare being replaced?
No.
- SALUD will be used specifically for dental charting and clinical documentation, such as clinical notes, treatment plans, diagnoses codes and patient allergies
- TrakCare remains the system for patient demographics and appointments
My specialty is currently utilising Digital Clinical Notes (DCN) for recording of information. Will this be affected?
- The initial roll out will focus on those specialties currently using paper notes
- There will be a hybrid phase during which some specialties will be recording their notes on Salud, and some will be recording on Digital Clinical Notes
- All information input into SALUD will be viewable via clinical portal, allowing viewability across specialties
- Engagement with specialties already on DCN will be communicated in due course prior to further roll out
When will SALUD go live?
SALUD is now live in Orthodontic and Restorative services.
Will I receive training?
Training has now been delivered to clinical staff across Orthodontics and Restorative services, as well as Undergraduate Dental Students.
If you have any outstanding training requirements or require additional support, please contact your Clinical Lead or Tutor.
How will training be delivered?
Training includes:
- Face‑to‑face sessions
- Online sessions
- Supporting materials are available via the StaffNet – Clinical Applications – SALUD Webpage
Will there be support at go-live?
Yes. There will be:
- Ongoing help via Digital Services
- Superusers available locally
- On‑site support during go‑live
Do I need to prepare anything now?
It is essential that users
- attend at least one training opportunity
- have login details for a GGC Desktop and are able to access SALUD.
If you have not received training or a login, please contact your line manager or tutor.
Who can I contact if I have questions?
- Your local clinical lead, manager or tutor or…
- The Digital SALUD Project Team ggc.spi-epr.team@nhs.scot
Where can I find updates?
- This webpage
- StaffNet SALUD Clinical Applications WebPage
- Updates shared via your department
- Communications from your clinical leads or managers
- Communications from the NHSGGC Digital Service Desk