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Root canal fail?
Looking for advice. 4 days ago I had a root canal treatment on my front tooth ( NHS). The dentist had already done a RCT on another mollar tooth the previous month which went fine. In the middle of the root canal I was told she couldn't complete it as they needed a different tool which they didn't have. She filled the…
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Private Health Insurance
My current employer provides Private Health Insurance but this cover will come to an end in April when I leave the company. The insurer has offered to provide me with the same level of cover and will also cover existing conditions. When I asked for a quick quote they told me it would be in the region of £150.00 to £160.00.…
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Looking for Private Women’s Annual Clinic / Health Insurance
Hi, I have decided that as I get older, it would be wise to maybe look into an annual checkup as with the current world events, trying to get a doctors appointment on NHS has been very hard and also longer as there is only one female doctor across a large area. I have seen a woman’s clinic with Bupa and wondered if anyone…
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Dental Bridge
Hi I had UR5 tooth removed 1 year ago. I know gums harden over time as I had LR7 removed 10 years ago. But it can still be painful on the gum of UR5 if I chew hard food on that side of mouth and it's not helped by the combination of missing LR7 & UR5. I am considering a bridge for UR5. I know bridges are highly damaging to…
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Smartwatch health monitor for elderly
My mother recently had a stroke and I'm wondering why all elderly are not issued with some type of smartwatch to monitor their blood pressure and heart rate. I'd never even thought about it before seeing them more as sports aids. I'm sure if problems were flagged earlier and treatment started before the stroke or heart…
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Arthritis and helix email protein
Always sceptical of wonder cures. However, have read mainly positive reviews. Has anyone used Helix original ? I would appreciate any comments. Most consultants seem rather Kwik fit in their approach. That's is replace the joint rather than explore other options. Other views and ideas appreciated.
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Gums feel rough after teeth extraction?
Hi all. About 3 weeks ago I had 2 bottom right molars removed. The gap seems to be healing fine but the outside of the gums (facing the inside of the mouth) have started to feel really rough and my tongue isn't taking too kindly to the predicament. That rough bit seems to have white patches too. I phoned the dentist and…
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Prescription Pre-Payment Certificate Postcode
My DD needs to buy a 3-month prescription pre-payment certificate. She usually lives in London (student) but is home (not London) for a while. Does it matter which postcode she uses as the online form is asking for a "postcode that matches the prescription" (which is our address but she won't be here for three months).…
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Bad dental work
Just had a bridge done paid private and not happy with it am anxious when going back to dentist how to approach it Do not want to get the dentist anti towards me but can’t live with it as it is any suggestions please
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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…
