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dentist prices??

angeleyes
angeleyes Posts: 308 Forumite
in Health & beauty MoneySaving
Hi
Can Anyone Give Me Any Advice On Prices For Dental Work.
I Will Have To Pay But I Am Intrested In Getting My Teeth Whitened And A Brace For Lower And Top Teeth Either A Temp One Or Perm One. I Live In Liverpool If That Makes Any Difference
Thanks Guys

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  • Toothsmith
    Toothsmith Posts: 10,113 Forumite
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    Whitening £300 - £800

    Braces approx £2000-3000

    Depending on systems used & Complexity.
    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.
  • davidib
    davidib Posts: 36 Forumite
    I am having mine bleached at an NHS dentist, £145.00. Thats with bespoke teeth trays and soloution.
  • Toothsmith
    Toothsmith Posts: 10,113 Forumite
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    That's a good price.

    The fact it's at an NHS dentist is neither here nor there though. Bleaching isn't available on the NHS.

    Is that just for the uppers? Or full mouth?
    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.
  • davidib
    davidib Posts: 36 Forumite
    Thats for uppers and lowers
  • Busybee_2
    Busybee_2 Posts: 143 Forumite
    This is something I would love to have done.

    I realise the time span would be different for each person having this treatment, depending on whether they smoke or drink red wine a lot, etc etc, but does the bleaching last long?

    Is it something you generally need doing every 6-12 months?

    Would anyone that has had it done recommend it or advise against it?
  • Toothsmith
    Toothsmith Posts: 10,113 Forumite
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    Busybee wrote:
    This is something I would love to have done.

    I realise the time span would be different for each person having this treatment, depending on whether they smoke or drink red wine a lot, etc etc, but does the bleaching last long?

    Is it something you generally need doing every 6-12 months?

    Would anyone that has had it done recommend it or advise against it?

    It can last a very long time. Some people like to 'top it up' every now and again, but it's not always necessary.

    There are 'in surgery' treatments and gel/tray take home systems. the 'in practice' systems give quicker results, but may fade quicker. These also tend to be dearer.

    I've done it to myself, and was and still am very pleased with the results.

    It can cause a bit of sensitivity during treatment.

    Ask your dentist about it next time you're in. It's not suitable for everybody, as it has no effect on porcelain or white filling, so if you have some of these at the front of your smile, they may show up more if it was done.
    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.
  • Toothsmith
    Toothsmith Posts: 10,113 Forumite
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    davidib wrote:
    Thats for uppers and lowers

    Very good price then :j
    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.
  • Lugh_Chronain
    Lugh_Chronain Posts: 6,867 Forumite
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    If you don’t already have one you can find your nearest NHS Dental Practice here.
  • outbidder
    outbidder Posts: 883 Forumite
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    My dentist charges £600 to laser your teeth white and said it will last for 3-4 years.
  • Toothsmith
    Toothsmith Posts: 10,113 Forumite
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    Lugh_Chronain wrote:
    If you don’t already have one you can find your nearest NHS Dental Practice here.

    :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:
    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.
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