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Any offers for slimming world?
Planning to join on Saturday, are there any offers for slimming world in any magazines?
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Weight loss/healthy eating help
I need some help/guidance with healthy eating which I hope will lead to some weight loss. I am soon to be 44, 5ft 6", around 83kg and nearly a size 16. I don't have a very active job, around 50% of my day is spent sat at a computer. I try to be active by doing HIIT workouts and I also like to be outdoors walking the dog.…
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Two abscesses in six months and now another toothache!
OK so in June I had an absess upper first molar which was root canalled. Then in December I had another absess occur on my lower first molar same side which I am having a root canal treatment for tomorrow. But now for the past week I have had pain in my lower molar on the opposite side and I fear this will be yet another…
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Dental Retainers
I did a course of invisalign several years ago, it worked well but at the end the final retainer wore out and my teeth eventually went back to how they were (and possibly a little worse). I want to try it again but I'm not sure I would stick to wearing an overnight retainer for the rest of my life. Has anyone any…
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Paingone Pen
Looking for comments, both positive and negative, regarding the effectiveness of a Paingone Pen as a means of reducing pain. Internet comments are slightly more positive but I'm yet to be convinced. I guess the only definite way is to buy one and see. Appreciate any thoughts
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Enlighten whitening - how long to see progress?
Hi all, I'm currently doing enlighten, last night (Friday) was my 3rd night of doing so. I put them in at 9:30PM and stay awake until around 10:30, then I sleep. I then take them off the next day around 7 and today (Saturday) will take them off around 9AM so 11.5 hours. I feel I haven't seen much progress, if any. I…
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Schools and colleges across England to start offering free sanitary products - MSE News
All state schools and colleges in England will be able to start offering free sanitary products to students from today as part of a new Government scheme to tackle 'period poverty'...Read the full story: 'Schools and colleges across England to start offering free sanitary products' Click reply below to discuss. If you…
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A query for Toothsmith , brook2jack and others with gum problems
I have been to the same private dental practice for the last 30 years paying a monthly fee which includes 2 check ups and 2 hygienist appointments a year along with xrays. I also pay for 2 extra hygienist appointments a year, so in effect I see the hygienist every 3 months. I am in my late 60's and have a little gum…
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Interpretation of cholesterol test results
Could anyone offer any advice on the interpretation of the result of a cholesterol test I had at the local Co-op pharmacy today please? My total cholesterol was 7.03 My HDL was 2.5 My ratio was 2.8 I'm 55 & I like to keep an eye on my cholesterol as my Dad died of a heart attack in 1999, & 3 of my other close male…
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Changing GP soon, what transfers over?
I am changing to a different GP surgery, i know that medical records are transferred but can the new GP also see my prescription history? like all the times i requested any medication and picked it up at the pharmacy, is this something i have to request to be done? thanks.
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How long does it usually take to get a medical record?
My local GP requires me to fill in a form, attach some ID and then drop it off. Then i will get either a printed medical record or have it sent to my email address, all free of charge. I chose to have it sent to my email address as it would be quicker and save paper, the records i asked for were for the last 10 years. The…
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Question for Brook and / or Toothsmith
Could either of you kind dentists answer this for a friend of mine (although possibly also relevant for me in the future).... A close friend (yes, honestly) has used the same NHS dental practice as me for 20+ years, through all its ups and downs which we have discussed on other threads. It seems there has been yet another…
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Cancelled surgery compensation
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Poor quality item- clothing. consumer rights
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Shampoo in a can.. I have to tell you!
Hi everyone, I don't normally use this part of the forum I use competitions and discounts mostly. BUT. Please take a look at this SHAMPOO in a can. Its vegan and cruelty free and doesn't use any plastic. It has made my bathroom smell like a spa and I've had lots of compliments about my hair. This was gifted to me at…
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Dentist's band 1 and band 2
Hi I had a check up two weeks ago and the dentist told me I need to come back for a treatment (band 2). When I came back to reception on that day to make an appointment for treatment the receptionist told me I need to make a payment for band 1 now and then pay for band 2 for next appointment. I thought the band 2 would…
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Dental Insurance for pre existing condition
Hello there, I'm visiting a private dentist who specializes in dental phobias. To cut a very long story short, I have a dental phobia from childhood and have not seen a dental in many many years but now biting the bullet and trying to turn over a new leaf. I'm not exaggerating in that my teeth are going to need a lot of…
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Superdrug's Dental Tooth Kit with scraper just £4.49?
My dentists' charges £55 for a hygienist appointment - which is more than twice of the price of a check up with the actual dentist!! But I found this tooth scraper in Superdrug. Is it any good for the casual user? https://www.superdrug.com/Toiletries/Dental/Interdental-Brushes/Superdrug-Dental-Tool-Kit/p/984259
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What happens when a dentist continues to work at a practice he has sold?
As the title really. I am concerned what happens to after care of patients. At the moment the dentist who originally owned the practice is working in it part time, but this could stop. I have crowns and an implant from this dentist, will the new practice owners be responsible for ongoing maintenance. I have seen the new…
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Dentists, I have a question about dental treatments and universal credit
I went to the dentist for a check up in November and required a few treatment sessions. However, I worked in a temporary job in December and worked over the earnings threshold for the latest complete assessment period. I only worked for that month and I am now back to unemployed. I need to go back to the dentist next week…
