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Teeth problem and no dentist
millymoomoo_2
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Hello,
I have a problem with my teeth and no dentist. One of my front teeth has broken down both sides. It's not causing me any pain but I'm really scared that it's going to snap in the middle.
I've had a look on the website that says which dentists are taking on NHS patients and none are in my area. I really don't have the money to go private.
How does it work, can I ring a dentist up to get on the waiting list
Any help would be much appreciated.
I have a problem with my teeth and no dentist. One of my front teeth has broken down both sides. It's not causing me any pain but I'm really scared that it's going to snap in the middle.
I've had a look on the website that says which dentists are taking on NHS patients and none are in my area. I really don't have the money to go private.
How does it work, can I ring a dentist up to get on the waiting list
Any help would be much appreciated.
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Hiya, I think nobody is registered with an NHS dentist now, have you tried calling the PCT? I'm sure some NHS dentist will sort it for you. Also try calling some & explaining cause the websites never updated IMO, I tried & alot that said they were taking on weren't! Toothsmith i'm sure will be along soon, between patients, to give the experts advice, he's worth waiting for he's very good! Talking of Toothy I had a dream about him ... (No not like that!)0
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Thanks, I've spent the morning ringing round dentists and none are taking on patients and there are no lists to join apart from one which is 2 years! I could see this one if it becomes painful though I'd have to ring in the morning to see if I could see them the same day.
I've been given the number of the dental helpline by the PCT and there is a message on there saying that some places will be available spring/summer this year but no further information as yet.Good Enough Club member number 20 -
Hi Milly
It's highly unlikely you'll find a dentist taking on patients over 18.
However, there will be several in your area which offer treatment under the new 'simpler charging' scheme for patients not registered. Contact you Primary Care Trust or see http://www.nhs.uk/England/Dentists/NearestSearch.aspx for this.
Charges depend on what needs doing...
Simpler charging
There are now three standard charges for all National Health Service (NHS) dental treatment. This makes it easier to know how much you may need to pay and also helps ensure that you are being charged for NHS care (rather than private care).
The maximum charge for a complex course of treatment has been reduced from £384 to £189. Most courses of treatment cost £15.50 or £42.40.
You still receive free NHS dental treatment if you meet the exemption criteria.
Find out more about the new patient charges.0 -
You may even find that a private dentist won't be any more expensive than an NHS dentist in the long run. Honestly, it is worth trying local private surgeries.Signature removed for peace of mind0
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Yeah i've gone private & it wasn't too bad at all!0
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UKTigerlily wrote: »Yeah i've gone private & it wasn't too bad at all!
I second that! I'm with HSA dental and i pay less per month for my whole family than i do for my broadband connection, and i know which one i would rather be without
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When I had a series of abcesses couple of yrs back, I rang roung trying to find a dentist - the cheapest I found was a private one!I THINK is a whole sentence, not a replacement for I KnowSupermarket Rebel No 19:T0
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Thanks everyone, I think I will have a ring round the private ones!Good Enough Club member number 20
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You may even find that a private dentist won't be any more expensive than an NHS dentist in the long run. Honestly, it is worth trying local private surgeries.
I second this. My private dentist charges £12 for a check up, whereas my Husaband pays his NHS dentist £15.50 for his check up.0 -
mancitychick wrote: »I second this. My private dentist charges £12 for a check up, whereas my Husaband pays his NHS dentist £15.50 for his check up.
That £15.50 would include the clean-up and any x-rays as well, whereas you would pay extra for that.
BUT - the dentist only gets 1 UDA (funding point) for a 10 second look round, and exactly the same for a GOOD examination with x-rays and the clean and polish.
If you were an NHS dentist struggling to reach your target number of funding points, which are you most likely to do?How to find a dentist.
1. Get recommendations from friends/family/neighbours/etc.
2. Once you have a short-list, VISIT the practices - dont just phone. Go on the pretext of getting a Practice Leaflet.
3. Assess the helpfulness of the staff and the level of the facilities.
4. Only book initial appointment when you find a place you are happy with.0
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