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Question about BUPA dental cover
Hi there - hope this is the correct place for this question. I've just registered as a new patient with a local BUPA-run dental practice and arranged an emergency appointment for this coming weekend (very painful cavity!). However, I have a doubt as to whether my Level 4 BUPA dental plan will cover all the costs I'm going…
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Can you complain about possible incompetence (urologist)
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Remegel ant acids
In 2019 I purchased 4 packs from boots. They lasted a long time. There the only ones that work for my wife. We have now run out. But can't seem to get them anywhere. Have they been discontinued? Or can someone shed some light on them.
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Teeth whitening - share your experience
Just wondered if any forum members have had their teeth whitened - what methods did you use and were you happy with the results? Any advice? Do's or don'ts? I've just started doing mine with a home kit from my dentist - consisting of tailor made trays and gel to wear over night. The initial dose was enough for 2 weeks,…
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Has anyone ordered lenses from "Pure Optical"?
Hi folks, Just wondered if anyone had any experience of using the website Pure Optical for ordering contact lenses? https://www.pureoptical.co.uk/ I can't find any independant reviews of them online. I usually order a whole years worth of lenses in one go (about £400) so I'd like to have some seen some kind of feedback…
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No Buying Unnecessary Toiletries December 2020
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 er, me, sstevo19 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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Post surgery bras
I’m on the waiting list for breast surgery. I don’t know when it will be but it’s listed as urgent so hopefully not too long. I’m having trouble finding bras for after. I don’t know what size I will be after the surgery but I know I will be very small and probably not symmetrical. I did ask my surgeon but he just said ‘get…
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Lily lolo makeup
Happy New Year forumites. I am looking to purchase a mineral foundation and eyeshadow as I feel it is time to revamp/update my look. In the past I have used Jane Iredale but found it very expensive. I was wondering if anyone uses the brand and if you like it, and which products you would recommend. Thanks
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Online Health Advice/Diagnosis
I know there is nothing like direct advice from a GP but sometimes they dont seem to have the time ( especially in these bad times ) to talk in detail. I am guessing no but ..are there any genuine sites which you can ask/talk to genuine health professionals about symptoms etc Thanks
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Delay second vaccination dose....or not?
Am interested in peoples' views on this. There are still so many unknowns about this virus. So much effort has gone into developing these vaccines I'm worried that unless the recommended advice is followed, those getting only once vaccination will not have the confidence to expose themselves to the wider world, or their…
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Losing in Lockdown - Slimming World Support Thread
This is a
change from our usual Slimming World thread. Our aim is to support each other
during lockdown and try not to have any horrible surprises when Slimming World
groups reopen. If you’re weighing at home, do post your losses but otherwise just
post! :smiley: Many of us
find it useful to post daily menus. Most of us…
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OCT scan at specsavers.
Booked an eye test at ss, they offered me an oct scan which is not covered by the nhs test, extra £20, is this just a gimmick? Why does the nhs fee not cover it?
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Dentist: Excessive charging?
Hello, I finally managed to get seen by a dentist after 9 months (I lost a filling in March but because I had been abroad the dentist wouldn't see me and then would only see urgent cases etc etc). After charging me £22.50 for an emergency appointment they have decided that I need 3 fillings and a root canal with a crown.…
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"Patients Know Best" Website
My hospital appointments have started to come through this website. It is supposed to give patients control over their appointments. I tried to change one, but it just cancelled it plus another on the same day. My hospital have acknowledged there are are major problems with the system and have told me if I get appointments…
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Cataract Surgery
Hello, Whats the current state of play regarding cataract surgery? Also, can you choose which hospital (NHS) where you are treated? Finally, anyone who's had the surgery, feedback and resurrance would be most welcomed. Thank you in advance
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Advice needed on dental treatment
Hi, I'm hoping someone might be able to give me some advice. I had some mild toothache around a month ago but it passed a couple of days later and I didn't think any more of it. Earlier today around a quarter of one of my molars chipped off. Not sure how or why it happened but it could be related to the toothache. I'm not…
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Cosmetic eyelid surgery
Anyone had it done,any good and how much did it cost ?
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Nhs dentist check up- £80?
As you can tell from title been to dental surgery to see the hygienist today. a cost of £50 to clean, descale and floss in between. it was my dentist who referred me to the hygienist. the dentists intial check up was £30.so 2 visits in all. I seem to remember not so long ago the dentist did the check up and the clean, and…
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Thumb Fracture 10 Weeks Ago, Nail Now Falling Off
About ten weeks ago I had an open fracture to my thumb, Crush injury. Had it all treated (surgery). Now my thumb nail bed is going misshapen and my thumb nail is peeling away from my thumb. There has been bruising under the thumb nail but it seemed to be healing but the last week or so there has been some discolouration…
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Cosmetic dentistry - advice please
Hi, In January 2020 I decided it was time to sort my teeth out. As a child I had numerous prescription for oxytetracycline, in my 20s and 30s I smoked and drank red wine, consequently my teeth were heavily stained. In 1998 I had extensive work involving crowns and veneers costing around £11k By 2020 these were kn&ckered…
