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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…
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First Glasses Prescription
Hello all. I went to Vision Express for an eye test that was paid by work. Based on my test results, the optician recommended: *Glasses *Multifocal *Sunglasses *Non-prescription During the test I explained that my eyes were quickly becoming tired at work when looking at a computer screen, that I was misreading emails and…
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Your Smile Direct in liquidation - new company Alignerly?
Hello! Is anyone else going through the same hassle with Your Smile Direct? I've been trying to get a reply from them for weeks and then saw a piece in The Times yesterday that they have gone into liquidation. They announced on their social media that they are changing names to Alignerly (underneath saying it's in…
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Specsavers - Pupillary Distance (PD)
I had an eye test at Specsavers today, but see that the prescription I was given does not include the pupillary distance. On their website: https://www.specsavers.co.uk/glasses/buyers-guide/how-to-measure-your-pupillary-distance they say "If you have a prescription with us, you can always give your store a call to ask for…
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Peroxide contact lenses solution.. shortage/discontinued ?
I can't seem to find Peroxide contact lens solution .. I used to get Boots own brand or AoSept .. I contacted Boots and told me they have been discontinued .. and to get the other solutions (non peroxide) How could they be discontinued ? this cleaning system is better than the rubbing method. Does anyone know what's going…
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DIY dental implant repair
I've got an implant for a top front tooth. It screws in but has now become loose. When now screwed in fully the tooth is crooked. I've tried to cement it straight with an OTC cement containing zinc polycarboxylate, and also another cement based on zinc oxide, without success. My feeling is that if I can find the right…
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No Buying Unnecessary Toiletries March 2023
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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Opinion on this full head of highlights?
Hello Paid £80. What do you think?
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How does Supercuts work?
I last used them about 25 years ago and it was a walk-up service. I assume they do the same thing now, but they seem to have an online check-in these days. (Which sounds good, because back in the day they would just tell you to come back in two hours each time you went to the desk.) However, their website explains nothing…
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Advice please re Failed Root Canal
Would be grateful for any suggestions please. I had a root canal done on the NHS in November 2021. It has never "been right" having mild discomfort, then a bleb appearing on the gum, bad taste etc. Every 6 months Dentist said it seemed ok and to "see how it goes", finally asked me at last check up if I would like 2nd…
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Dentist only in 2 days a week - root canal
After some pain and a visit to the dentist last year, I was advised that a back tooth needed Root Canal surgery, and at that time some remedial work was done, and I went away, and only had minor niggles, including 2x checkups, until last week. This weekend I suffered debilitating pain - out of 10, it was a 10 !, I could…
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MSE blog: 11 extreme beauty MoneySavers
MSE Rhiannon's blog has just been updated: 11 extreme beauty MoneySavers It includes how to make lip balm from kitchen oils, save 75% on face wipes, downshift your skincare and more. Got any extreme beauty MoneySavers of your own to add?
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How frequently can I have dental x-rays and be safe?
My normal (private) dental checkups were cancelled and other patients were put in my place during the Covid crisis, probably because of BDA restrictions at the time. I suspect my dentist was being paid by Denplan even though he never saw me and it was more lucrative for him to treat patients that needed work doing. Fast…
