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orthodontics from a general dentist
My dentist, who I am very happy with, is re-jigging his practice. He tells me that he has a special interest in orthodontics, though isn't a qualified orthodontist. I am considering having some straightening work done and unsure whether I wouldn't be better off going to a specialist. I feel like I would be a guinea pig for…
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Dental Care - essential
Can my local NHS Dentist - of 20+ years treating me - force me to change from NHS treatment to, for them, more lucrative Private treatment. Both my wife and I were given no choice on this. This has made us both very suspicious. We're retired now and watch our spending carefully, and even more so with current cost of living…
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Invisalign braces / Orthodontist - Local (Richmond) vs Central London (Blackfriars)
Hi guys, I am wondering if someone can give me advise on invisalign braces or orthodontic braces for straightening teeth. I am a middle aged banking executive working in London Blackfriars. I come into work 2 days a week. I live in Richmond. I am looking to get invisalign braces to straighten my teeth. I have had a…
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How much will I pay NHS for 2 root canals?
I have a dental appointment later in the week & already been warned I may need 2 root canal treatments (NHS). What I'm wondering is how payment for the treatment is worked out, should I be paying 1 single payment of £282 (current NHS limit), or am I likely to have to pay 2 lots of £282 because each procedure will be…
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Finding a dentist
I have had severe pain in my back molar. I seen an emergency dentist who said he can’t see the main problem and to go to my own dentist. I’ve not been for 3 years and struck off. I can’t get an nhs appointment anywhere and I’m in a lot of pain. Is it worth ringing the emergency dentist again. I know I need some work but…
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MSE's Cheap Perfume Guide 👃
This MSE guide has had a recent update. 👃Cheap Perfume👃 13 tips to slash costs and sniff out bargains Includes:* Perfume codes and vouchers * Compare retailers and save 15% * Smell-alikes * Sample before you buy * Consider second-hand sites
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Has anyone got a Kardia Mobile device?
Has anyone got a Kardia mobile device with the Kardiacare plan? I can't work out how to attach a scan for their physiologist to read it. Can someone help me with this? I can't see any instruction videos anywhere.
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No Buying Unnecessary Toiletries January 2023
Here we go again for another month. As usual, this initial post has been shamelessly copied from the many previous months. A big thank you to @@ruby_eskimo for starting us off last month. 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…
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ERCP Anyone Got Experiences
I need an ERCP, but so far all the NHS has done is bombard me with digital letters and cancel appointments. I’ve read about the procedure and it seems it’s more often than not done under sedation. I can stand most things, but I have an absolute fear of dentists or literally anything being done by my face. I have a…
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Mouthwash and sensitive teeth - some questions
The past month or so I seem to be suffering with pain and sensitivity, particularly in a certain area of my mouth. I had a review yesterday with my dentist. He was actually checking on a crown I had fitted the previous month. All is good there but I mentioned the sensitivity and pain located in a back molar. He's had a…
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Anyone else allergic to make up found any they can wear?
I have finally figured out I am allergic to all my foundations (and it would seem my SPF) along with my mascara. Makes my face hot, red, sore, rashy flaky and dry and eye maye up gives me blisters under my eyes. My lips itch and swell up too. I am treating the allergy fine but would rather wear make up to go into the…
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Dental question
Hi, having a terrible time trying to find any info with this phone, don't know if there is a dental group here... Q. I have sensitive teeth. Is it advisable to have them whitened. Dentist said, 'we give you some Sensodyne toothpaste'. But I'm worried. Is it likely to cause my teeth to hurt too much that I'll have to stop…
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Vape smoking?
So, Just started using a vape after smoking for nearly 10-11 years, long time, around 15 per day £80-100 per week spent on smoking, just want to give it in. The problem I have is that my friends have been on vapes for 5 years + I do not want to end up like this, I am currently on 6mg of nicotine and will push my self per…
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Viagra Sildenafil deals ?
My GP has prescribed Sildenafil but I'm only allowed 4 per month on the NHS, they worked so I'm looking to buy more, anyone know any good deals online?
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Alternatives for basic toiletries?
Hi all, I was horrified at the latest grocery bill when bf returned home last night. He said it was due to the shampoo & conditioner I asked for. He usually does the grocery shop on his way home from work, so I've been out of the loop price wise and didn't realise you can't get bottles for £1 anymore. It got me thinking…
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MSE News: 1million+ people overpaid on NHS prescriptions because they didn't buy a 'season ticket'
More than one million people in England missed out on savings of around £40 in the 12 months leading up to this April because they didn't buy a prescriptions 'season ticket'. That's according to data from our Freedom of Information request... Read the full story: 'Over a million people overpaid on NHS prescriptions because…
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Cordless hair dryers..?
Tried to get a response to this on OS but no luck. Anybody got any experience of these and able to give an opinion as to whether they're any good?
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Denplan Care.. How does the intial apppintment work?
Hey everyone Was wondering if someone could please help - just a bit confused about Denplan Care. I recently submitted an enquiry on my dental surgery's website (national chain of dental surgeries which has surgeries in a number of cities around the UK). This surgery is part NHS, part private. I used to be an NHS patient…
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Weight Loss programs please 2023
HappyNewYear2023. Can you post any current or new weight loss programs that are available to watch? Also, if possible, state what TV channel, streaming services or YouTuber channel it is from. I’ve lost 5 stones in the past and kept if off for 5 years. However, with having great demands of my special needs family getting a…
