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NHS adult ortho advice
Hi, I seek advice regarding being referred to the hospital for NHS adult orthodontist treatment. I was referred to an orthodontist when I was 17 and offered jaw surgery to correct an overbite. At the time, I had an irrational fear of dentists, and a few other things were happening in my personal life, so I refused…
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Dentist and NHS
I'm 74, receiving pension credit and living in northern ireland During the pandemic my regular dental practise was taken over by a new group. When I visited them they told me they were a dentist down and couldn't take any new patients for the immediate future. But am I a new patients? I would assume that when taking over…
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Varifocal question
I had a new prescription and got some varilux x varifocal lenses - previously I had Zeiss. I get along okay with both- but have noticed that if I look , for example , at my phone at a distance of about 12 inches thru my left eye on its own , then my right on its own - my right sees it about 2 inches closer , as if I was…
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Need lots of dental work cant afford it or find nhs dentist
Hey all I got cancer in 2020, in my mouth with some spread. Radiation and chemo means that i am still alive etc, but the treatment did a lot of damage to my mouth, one of the side effects being i dont produce a lot of saliva. I was financially ok before this point, but have spent a lot on private treatment for lymphodema…
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Dental query discomfort since cleaning and BMS flare up
I saw a new dental hygienist yesterday...no problem apart from some sensitive spots. He scaled them with electric scaler and water suction. I am in Wales and NHS patient. I was given a outline of treatment etc, so all good. For the last few years my dentist has just scaled them manually and I have rinsed repeatedly - I…
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Roof of mouth / Hard Palate abscess
Last wednesday after 2 days of unbearable pain and a lump in the roof of my mouth i got in to see the emergency dentist who said i had an abscess. She gave me the options - remove a broken molar which she thought might have caused the abscess OR a course of antibiotics. Call me crazy but I'm no fan of having teeth pulled…
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Probiotics
I've been suffering a lot with IBS type symptoms and I was thinking of giving probiotic tablets a try. Can anyone recommend a particular product they've used in the past.
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Reliable trace metals test
I'm looking for a company that can can carry out a trace metal blood test for me. If anyone has experience of this and can recommend a company that they were happy with, I'd really appreciate it...
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Best detangling brush and spray for young children
My twin granddaughters age six are coming to stay. They have long hair which knots every day. At home mum uses a Mason Pearson brush and L’Oréal detangling spray, works from ends of hair upwards in sections and plaits hair at night. Am not sure that the spray doesn’t make their hair a bit dry. was looking at Amazon and…
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Removal of tooth roots left behind in the gum
Hi. I get NHS treatment at a BUPA dentistry. I think I'm still registered, but last heard the guy that did NHS treatment left, so I'm not 100% sure I still have a dentist. But anyway, I have two teeth that have failed, but the roots are still in the gum. These tooth roots have not been removed, they have in fact been…
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Multiple detached retinas
A close friend has suffered multiple detached retinas. Does anyone know of the best consultant / eye hospital in the UK to get rapid advice as they were told it was bad luck to have suffered several detached retinas within 2.5 months. Thank you.
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Electrical foot file
Can anyone recommend an electric pedicure tool to deal with thick toenails and hard skin? There are so many on the market it's bamboozling. Especially as a lot of them seem to be lumped in with acrylic nail tools. I go to the podiatrist for my ingrowing toenail to be dealt with every six months or so, whilst I'm there she…
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Free Eye Test?
Are there any free eye test currently ongoing that I can take advantage of? I don't qualify for NHS discount, or have any work benefits, so that's out of the question unfortunately. Thanks
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Any cheaper alternatives to Just for Men dye
I've used Just For Men dye to cover grey hair but it can be quite expensive. I use a colour to naturally blend dark hair in without dyeing everything a really dark colour. I was speaking with a shop assistant though who mentioned that the ladies dyes can be much cheaper and just as good. I was wondering if anyone might…
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No Buying Toiletries - August 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 @dolly84 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…
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Affordable dental implants
Hi, I hope this in the right place, had a bit of a problem finding the exact place. I may need some dental implants the most is three the minimum is one. I'm doing some research into how I could do this and I'm just brainstorming for some ideas. I've already found some dental charities like Dentaid and The Dental helpline,…
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How do I book a private MRI provider? Good ones in Glasgow?
Hi all, I'm waiting on an NHS MRI scan to rule of a serious spinal condition called "cauda equina" I may have sustained 6 weeks ago and it appears that I may have to wait 4-6 weeks further for my MRI scan. Anyway, my questions are: 1) What is the quickest way to get an MRI scan privately in Scotland (although I can travel…
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I have private dental and private glasses/optical....that I purchase online
Can I claim back up to the NHS value for any of the above? If I say have paid £90 for hygienist and check up, can I claim the NHS limit on these two back myself? Same with optical....I have a complex prescription.
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Bridge to replace tooth extraction on nhs
I saw the dentist this pm as my filling came off and was advised to either have a bridge or an in plant. Given a quote of £1600+ to have a bride in middle and a crown on each side. I was advised to take a dental plan as it will be much cheaper £345 per bridge. Checking nhs dental treatment band 3 is £282.84. I wonder…
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Umbilical Hernia
12 months ago I had some abdominal discomfort and noticed that I had developed an umbilical hernia, basically, its filled up my belly button but does not protrude. I see the GP, who refers me to the hospital and tells me to take it easy, and especially avoid core workouts. I do this, and the discomfort is a rare occurrence…
