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Dental care for a student

C_Ronaldo
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Im asking on behalf of a friend, he doenst go to the dentist as he thinks he would have to pay but i thought since he was a student whos going to uni in september he would get free dental care, am i right, hes 22
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  • N79
    N79 Posts: 2,615 Forumite
    No - He will only get free dental care if he meets certain criteria for income, savings etc. Being a student does not get you free dental care.
  • dmg24
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    If he is on a low income, he can apply for help with costs. He would need to complete a HC2 form, available to order from www.ppa.nhs.uk, or most medical practices will have copies.
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  • C_Ronaldo
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    N79 wrote: »
    No - He will only get free dental care if he meets certain criteria for income, savings etc. Being a student does not get you free dental care.

    ok, as far as i knw he hasnt got any savings, hes working at the minute and as far as i know while hes at uni hes working
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  • Toothsmith
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    Which Uni is he off to?

    If it's one with a dental training hospital, then he could make friends with a dental student whilst he's there!
    How to find a dentist.
    1. Get recommendations from friends/family/neighbours/etc.
    2. Once you have a short-list, VISIT the practices - dont just phone. Go on the pretext of getting a Practice Leaflet.
    3. Assess the helpfulness of the staff and the level of the facilities.
    4. Only book initial appointment when you find a place you are happy with.
  • Rikki
    Rikki Posts: 21,625 Forumite
    I think you'll find he will still have to find a NHS dentist.

    My son is a student and entitled to free pescriptions because of low income, but has to pay for dental treatment as he doesn't have/can't find a NHS dentist.
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