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Is Denplan through company worth it?
Hi, I have the option of paying 230GBP for denplan essential which would allow me cash back per year: Examination - 50GBP, Hygiene - 70GBP, X-ray - 40GBP I already go to a private dentist 2 times a year with exam, hygiene and x-ray occasionally which costs roughly 250 per year. I'm not sure if it's worth it to get this…
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Pain when biting down, dentist says can't find the problem
For about the past 7 months a tooth is causing me pain every time I eat when ever I bite down, making discovering the actual tooth causing the pain very difficult, as the pain disappears when I stop biting. The dentist on 3 different visits (the last being 3 months ago) attempted to give me a filling on a lower sided tooth…
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How to get X-ray Images
Has anyone attempted to get images on a CD via their GP? My GP will give me the written report, if they've requested the x-ray. The GP was the one requesting the x-ray, which was done at the local hospital. It's a whole lot quicker to get the written report through the GP rather than the hospital, and was wondering if this…
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Dental charges correct?
My sister has a degree of gum disease and prior to the pandemic used to see her dentist every three months. The dentist would measure the gum "pockets" and, as required, deep clean the affected areas. Her surgery has now re-opened and she saw a different dentist who told her the pockets are no better/no worse than they…
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NHS Temporary Filling from Emergency Appointment Lasted 2 Days
Hi, Went to the dentist 2 days ago as the back side of one of my molars had a piece chip off on some hard food over Christmas. It was an emergency appointment at a cost of £23.80. They did a temporary filling, making the sharp edges smooth at the same time. They said as there is already a permanent filling in the tooth, it…
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Make up remover for theatrical make up
Daughter has just started working as a performer for a tourist attraction. She has to dress in period costume and also use theatrical make up and back-comb her hair for her character. At the end of her shift she has a train commute home so wants to remove the make up and do hair before leaving work. She's very much a make…
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Early menopause
I am 45 and I am experiencing early menopause symptoms, hot sweats I dislike already, lack of energy, increased appetite and I also feel a little more sensitive and emotional. I have not been given anything by my GP as she wants me to go a couple of months to see how I feel, which at the moment I am fine with. Just after…
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No Buying Unnecessary Toiletries April 2022
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 VALM 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 and lots…
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Looking for a good rose soap....
Just come back to the world after the pandemic to find Crabtree & Evelyn, my long standing indulgence for body stuff has changed from delightful feminine to eco unisex. I had stocked up from closing down sales and charity shop unwanted Christmas presents so not needed till now. I've got some Yardley soap but it's practical…
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NHS dental charge/England Wisdom tooth
I'm aware about the 3 levels of payment. I go to a NHS dentist re my teeth A year ago I had a loose wisdom tooth removed and it came out with a slight pull - they charged me 90 quid I was told beforehand but did nothing as it was the tier 2 price. I have an appt next week Monday for another wisdom tooth ie the one next to…
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Private dentist - to pay or not to pay..........
Having
had a NHS molar extraction some 10 weeks ago, I then had to have some
roots removed privately 3 weeks ago by a dental specialist at some expense. It was very sore
for the first 2 weeks then was less so last week. On Friday, a small infection was found which I am now taking antibiotics (4 days in out of
5) which seem…
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NHS free eye tests for over 60s
Why does my optician make an additional charge?
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NHS Crowns
Hi, I pop on here every few years when something else goes wrong with my teeth. My 2016 "Groupon" implant is still going strong. My ongoing issue is that my molars have had it! I paid over £1,000 the other year for a specialist to root canal a 20 year old crown which seems ok so far. I have 6 others left with two being…
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Medical records deleted aaagghhh
Hi has anyone else had their medical records in the UK 'accidentally' deleted? What's your advice and do I need to get no win no fee layers involved ? FYI sent emails and letters to the GP address , no reply Vince
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Dentists and implants and foreign dentists
I have only a few teeth left. I have a bad gag reflex. I have been quoted £11000 for just 3 implants, including all background dentistry. Should I suffer a denture or try a foreign cheeper dentist to have a full set of implants?
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Dental Implants - Two systems on one patient. Views?
I have had an implant for a few years and I am quite happy with both the implant performance (camlog) and the practice. Some old dental work on the other side of the mouth needs doing. One option is to avoid reconstruction and go for single implant. However the implantologist has moved on and the practice is now doing…
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Dentists say no obvious problem
I had a lower right molar extracted 8 weeks ago. Which left me requiring root removal by a specialist. Whilst waiting for the root removal I was in steady, but bearable pain for 7 weeks from the extraction site. These roots were surgically removed 8 days ago. I am in quite a lot of pain and have been told it could take a…
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NHS prescription costs frozen in England for the first time in 12 years - here are all the details a
NHS prescription costs will remain frozen at £9.35 an item for the next 12 months. This is welcome news for many but remember to check if you qualify for free prescriptions or if you can save money with a prescription 'season ticket'. See below for more details. Read the full story here: 'NHS prescription costs frozen in…
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Hay fever tablets
If you get 180 Loratadine tabs from Amazon they only cost £3.73
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Dove Body Lotion 50p @ Superdrug
In-store Dove Nourishing Secrets Body Lotion with cacao butter and hibiscus 400 ml. for 50p....for all skin types.. Might be discontinued for that price. I bought 2 today. Check your local store.
