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ASDA opticians - ime not convinces
People seem to like them and they are doing 1 pair for £80, 2 pairs for £120. That includes varifocals and thinner lenses. I went there and got a site test but it did not seem as thorough as the test I have previously had, non of that is this better, is that better, etc. Took less time. They also did not do the thing with…
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Travalo perfume atomiser
Has anybody tried Travalo perfume atomiser, was looking at Travalo Classic. Looks small and bullet like, ideal for small bags. Is it easy to fill and leakproof. Thanks
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Is there a way to identify which hospital in London is leading in certain specialisation?
My GP wants to refer me to a specialist and asked which hospital would I like to go to. Is there a way to identify which hospital around West London is leading in certain specialisation?
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No Buying Unnecessary Toiletries - May
Welcome all newbies and regulars to this very friendly and chatty thread where we give lots of lovely tips on how to use up your stash and lots of support and encouragement if you need them. Keep up the pampering and keep down the spending: let's make the naughty step an empty and lonely place this month (rather than one…
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Cheapest (per litre) men shampoo which does its job well, making hair clean, soft, shiny and silky
Cheapest (per litre) men shampoo which does its job well, making hair clean, soft, shiny and silky. And maybe kills dandruff too. Which one is that?
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Dental Charges
Hi I recently visited my Dentist for a Hygiene appointment I was told I needed two sessions. On the Dentists website it stated £130 for each 45 min session. When we finished after 80 mins. Not a full two sessions my charge was £295. I disputed this but the dentist receptionist said this was for cleaning up etc. I said the…
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Optical Express v Optimax - LASIK
Does anyone have any insight into the differences in technology between what Optical Express offer - iDesign Lasik and Optimax Wavefront Intralase. I’ve seen some claims that Optical Express is more advanced but some contradictory things too. Optical express is quoting double Optimax and want to make an informed choice.
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NHS dental treatment: when is a treatment "completed"?
Hoping there's someone here who understands the detail of the NHS dental contract or can point me to the detailed wording. I went to the dentist back in December 2021 with a big cavity in my wisdom tooth and the one next to it. Dentist referred me to a specialist to have the wisdom tooth extracted, which I had done in…
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Dental implant failure
Can a dentist be held to account for implant failure if they failed to seat the cement retained bridge correctly (not fully seated )and it was a suboptimal fit , and also failed to act upon it after my hygienist noticed it was showing signs of failure from the onset ( 3 monthly hygiene appointments adhered to ) and this…
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Technical query about dental charge
If I have prepaid for an NHS filling that is not yet done, can I claim a refund as I am now covered by a medical exemption certificate?
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Dental implants abroad?
May I ask if anyone has travelled to another country for affordable dental implants? If so, please share how you found a competent dentist and the various checks you performed to make sure that you would get a decent implant, correctly fitted. I am horrified by the cost of this work in England, but have heard a few horror…
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No Buying Unnecessary Toiletries - April
Welcome all newbies and regulars to this very friendly and chatty thread where we give lots of lovely tips on how to use up your stash and lots of support and encouragement if you need them. Keep up the pampering and keep down the spending: let's make the naughty step an empty and lonely place this month (rather than one…
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NHS Prescription Query
Last week my GP (over the phone) prescribed a medication for a
new condition and added it to my repeat prescription. I went to the chemist just now to collect both the new
medication and my usual meds. I am exempt charges on my usual meds but I need to pay for
this new item on the script which I am happy to do. However,…
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Snapped Tooth
Hello, We are currently away on holiday and unfortunately one of my upper central front teeth has snapped off at the gum line. The tooth was banged quite badly some years ago resulting in root canal treatment and a metal post being put through the tooth. I was told just three months ago that the root had receded heavily…
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Tony and guy
Is there any discount available for hairdresser Tony &guy. I had a look but could not find any. Discount for teacher usually has card but but not for that. Thank you
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Blister Packs for those on Medication
Hello All My mum is 90 years old and has Dementia and is struggling to stay in her own home. She has great difficulty remembering in to take her medication or in fact if she has taken it, which can lead to her overdosing. To prevent overdosing and to help her remember if she'd taken her medication, the GP suggested we get…
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The ordinary
Hi what are your thoughts on the ordinary. I have tried Liz Earle in the past and I have got a stash but I haven't used it in a while and I think it's expensive for the whole kit to get decent skin. I've heard the ordinary is good as they use the stuff you need without mixing other stuff in and you can tailor your skin…
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Private dentist
Hi I have a dental problem in that my lower molar tooth has broken and I was terrified to get it sorted but this morning it's broke even more to the point theres some left causing me intense pain. Husband rang 111 to see if I can get seen at dental hospital as they don't do walk in now..got call back and they said find a…
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First varifocal lenses/glasses: Go for the best?
Hi All, I've been short-sighted my whole life, wearing glasses (around -3.5 plus astigmatism), but now I'm getting older and also need reading glasses (+1.5). I'm an office worker, spending most of the day in front of the computer. I went to a local optician (I think he's *very* good) and (provisionally) decided for the…
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A new me in 2023 with Slimming World!
Welcome to our new Slimming World thread! This is for anyone who wants to lose weight in 2023 using the Slimming World healthy eating plan. If you’re new to the plan, a returner or a target member then this is the place for you! Is now the time to loose your lockdown weight or any weight you are not happy with. Join us for…
