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Bruxism and cyst/ulcer
Can bruxism cause dental cysts/ulcers? I've been grinding my teeth very badly for a period of a few months, and have had to wear a bite guard at night. I've had a lump above my back molar, which is sensitive but not painful for the last 3 months or so. The last time I went to the dentist (3 months ago), she said it was…
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Doctor First - Or should it be patient last?
Until a couple of years ago I had a generally high impression of the fairly large GP practice I use. Fortunately these days I don't need them often, although there was a period many years ago when I did. I have always been happy with the doctors and nurses I have seen and the administration was at least tolerable. More…
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Moving from Scotland to England - NHS Prescription cost
Hi, I am moving from Scotland to England and had few questions about NHS prescription. Currently, I am on High Blood Pressure medication. At the moment I get my medication by repeat prescription and I can order for 2 months at a time. In Scotland, I don't pay any additional fees or money for this. I understand that in…
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Prickly Heat- advice
Every year suffer from prickly heat on holiday. Have tried changing different sun lotions but didn't seem to make a difference. Always end up spending lots of tablets/lotions when abroad to try and ease it. What is it best for me to take from here to help with symptoms so that I'm prepared this year for when I'm on…
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Do you get a second medical opinion on your teeth?
Hello health conscious Forumites! MSE Anthony has a burning question about how we deal with medical costs for our teeth. This morning, he had a filling (ouch!) as his dentist recommended he needed one, and paid £115 for the quick fix. And while we get second opinions on building work, car maintenance and insurance quotes,…
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Green tea for slimming - Any experience/feedback?
I've heard on and off for a few years of green tea having detox and slimming effects on the body, but never really tried it as I'm not a tea fan in general. I'm just wondering if anybody has tried it previously and if it had positive effects? I wouldn't say I'm overweight but I wouldn't exactly say I'm slim either, but…
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Eye flashes
Has anybody here got experience of this? How long did it last? One or both eyes? Did you find any treatment that dealt with it or at least reduced it? Partner had it about five years ago, took longer than (Optician) forecast before fading away. Came back, with a vengeance last Friday, first one eye then both, managed to…
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Dental Cement for Crown
Can anyone recommend dental cement to reset a crown? I have a crown that has worked free of it's dentist set cement, my dentist is not open today and I'm about to go away from my home town for 3 / 4 weeks. I've seen Boots have Dentek Temporary Filling Repair Kit, has anyone used this and would recommend it or have any…
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Best home/DIY teeth whitening options?
Hi all, I am looking for a home teeth whitening option. I dont need a piano keyboard/Hollywood type smile, i just need maybe to remove light staining. Having said that i want to do it safely,without abrasion etc. Is thjis doable,is it safe,what should i use? I had a look on the supermarket shelves and there is a plethora…
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Reactions prescription specs-reports please..
Im thinking of getting some of these. Im aware that they react to UV and so dont necessarily work when driving etc etc My big question is,when moving from bright sunlight i.e when the lenses are fully dark,,how long does it take them to clear when entering a building,,and how long do they take to darken when moving the…
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Revealed: Over a million could have saved on prescriptions with a 'season ticket' last year
More than a million patients in England paid more than they needed to for NHS prescriptions last year and could have saved an average of over £35 by getting a 'prescription prepayment certificate', data obtained by MoneySavingExpert.com reveals...Read the full story: 'Revealed: Over a million could have saved on…
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No Buying Unnecessary Toiletries June 2019
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 pinkfluffybabe 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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Online contact lenses - what to do about eye tests?
For years I have always bought my contact lenses online but I find that it leaves me with a bit of a dilemma when I need an eye test. I know that if you're a contact lens wearer you're suppose to have a proper contact lens check up where they do extra tests on top of the usual sight test. But I've never had one because it…
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Any Kefir makers in here?
I make my own now,i trialled shop bought Kefir for 2 weeks in an attempt to clear up my GERD issues. Certainly worked for me, have dropped daily Lansoprazole tabs,touch wood, reflux/heartburn/choking in the night,symptoms have gone.
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Hair Multi Styler
Can anybody suggest a cheap(ish) hair multi styler with retractable bristles. Whatever one I have tried in the past, my hair is so fine it just gets tangled up in the usual fixed bristles.
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Proden Plaque Off for humans!
I've been aware of Proden Plaque Off for the last couple of years as we've used it to great success on our dog's teeth. I've discovered today there is now a version available for humans to use. Has anyone had any experience of the human version? Did you find it effective?
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Has anyone used an eye cream that actually works?
Just as the title says really... I'm looking for an eye cream that actually shows any results, from anti-wrinkle, to de-puffing to brightening. If you have used a product that you think was worth the purchase, I'd very much like to hear your suggestions! Thank you in advance :)
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Dr Fox Finasteride prescription, pills don’t work.
Hi all, I don't make a habit of this but signed up to this forum because I felt it warranted mention. It's an issue/concern I have with a purchase/order I made of Finasteride. I had been buying repeat prescriptions for about a year now and all had been fine and the Finasteride worked well and as it should, but with my last…
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Changed NHS Dentist - Different Treatment Plan
Hi, I had the same dentist for nearly 30 years but they have retired and I was given a new dentist who I have seen twice for check ups and not been happy with. On my most recent visit, after x-rays I was advised I required fillings to teeth UR8, UL7 and UL8 the treatment plan shows the location on the teeth. I paid for…
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Bowel Camera- sedation or not?
Having this done soon up the nudge nudge, wink wink, say no more. Anyone had this procedure Did you have sedation, gas/oxygen, or nothing at all?
