aj9648
19-10-2008, 4:10 PM
Hi
Went to the dentist recently after many years and he pulled a programme of work that I needed doing - costing a whopping £600!!!...ouch...should have gone when it was free!!!
I do not know much about dental plans, but is it worthwhil getting one which would cover the cost of this? How much would it cost? And is the dental plan covered by any dentist?
Also the surgery have their own plan - is it worth it?
£9.45 per month
Clinical Examination (two per year)
Screening for oral cancer
X-Rays where clinically necessary
Regular appointments to the dental hygienist (four per year) to include as clinically necessary:
Preventative advice to reduce tooth decay and gum disease
Plaque disclosure/Plaque scores
Oral hygiene instruction
Ultra-sonic/Hand scaling and polishing
The ultimate state of the Art' Airflow System stain remover
Assessment of emergencies and dental pain with any temporary treatment required, carried out at the practice during normal surgery hours.
Provision of any clinically necessary anti-biotics and painkillers (i.e. no prescription cost for these items)
All treatment planning for your future dental well-being with the aid of the Caesy Interactive DVD System, and a visual explanation of treatment using intra-oral camera technology
Production of study model when required
Clinical photographs as required
Fluoride application to prevent tooth decay and relieve sensitivity as appropriate
20% reduction off the cost of any laboratory-based treatments required i.e. crowns, bridges, veneers and dentures
20% reduction off the cost of any fillings
20% reduction off the cost of other dental work (extractions, root fillings etc.)
Extended Payment Scheme available for treatments over £150
Worldwide Trauma insurance to protect against large unforeseen accidental damage
Emergency Call-Out insurance, should you need a dentist in an emergency
Went to the dentist recently after many years and he pulled a programme of work that I needed doing - costing a whopping £600!!!...ouch...should have gone when it was free!!!
I do not know much about dental plans, but is it worthwhil getting one which would cover the cost of this? How much would it cost? And is the dental plan covered by any dentist?
Also the surgery have their own plan - is it worth it?
£9.45 per month
Clinical Examination (two per year)
Screening for oral cancer
X-Rays where clinically necessary
Regular appointments to the dental hygienist (four per year) to include as clinically necessary:
Preventative advice to reduce tooth decay and gum disease
Plaque disclosure/Plaque scores
Oral hygiene instruction
Ultra-sonic/Hand scaling and polishing
The ultimate state of the Art' Airflow System stain remover
Assessment of emergencies and dental pain with any temporary treatment required, carried out at the practice during normal surgery hours.
Provision of any clinically necessary anti-biotics and painkillers (i.e. no prescription cost for these items)
All treatment planning for your future dental well-being with the aid of the Caesy Interactive DVD System, and a visual explanation of treatment using intra-oral camera technology
Production of study model when required
Clinical photographs as required
Fluoride application to prevent tooth decay and relieve sensitivity as appropriate
20% reduction off the cost of any laboratory-based treatments required i.e. crowns, bridges, veneers and dentures
20% reduction off the cost of any fillings
20% reduction off the cost of other dental work (extractions, root fillings etc.)
Extended Payment Scheme available for treatments over £150
Worldwide Trauma insurance to protect against large unforeseen accidental damage
Emergency Call-Out insurance, should you need a dentist in an emergency