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NHS or private dentist ?

Hello,

I was just wondered if anyone could tell me if there is much/any difference between NHS and private dentistry in terms of quality and service (not in terms of money because I have taken out the most comprehensive HSA dental cover to cover most expenses).

I haven't been to the dentist for 3 years since my old dentist retired and as well as a checkup and hygenist treatment I think I will need treatment as my back teeth are hurting. If I am on this plan would people recommend that I register with an NHS dentist (I have found one a few miles away accepting NHS patients) or a private one (lots of them where I live)?

Also does anyone have experience of the Oasis chain, because that't the private dentist I am considering.

Thanks in advance.

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  • shoperholicnot
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    Hello,

    I was just wondered if anyone could tell me if there is much/any difference between NHS and private dentistry in terms of quality and service (not in terms of money because I have taken out the most comprehensive HSA dental cover to cover most expenses).

    I haven't been to the dentist for 3 years since my old dentist retired and as well as a checkup and hygenist treatment I think I will need treatment as my back teeth are hurting. If I am on this plan would people recommend that I register with an NHS dentist (I have found one a few miles away accepting NHS patients) or a private one (lots of them where I live)?

    Also does anyone have experience of the Oasis chain, because that't the private dentist I am considering.

    Thanks in advance.
    def go with a private dentist ( I am not sure about oasis) I would really stay away from a large chain and go for a good private one where you get the best one to one, the best thing to do is go on recomendations. I have just got HSA insurance got myself a private dentist and was amazed with just being able to get an appointment when I
    want one. at my old NHS dentist I used to have to wait weeks sometimes!
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