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Dental Advice

nnanno · 2009-10-07 19:24:29

I'm not currently registered with a dentist and got an emergancy appointment with the PCT 2 weeks ago now, after having severe tooth pain. I got put with a dentist who I really wish I didn't have to see again, but I have an appointment with later this week. It turns out I have a root abscess on a 2nd premolar (though I had…

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Toothsmith Posts: 10,105 Forumite

8 October 2009 at 12:25PM

nnanno wrote: »

Like I said, I accept blame for the fillings and put it down to former bad habits. If the dentist thinks these habits haven't changed and that treatments like crowns aren't suitable for me, then it should at least be presented in a way which sees them as an option and not something completely out of the question.

Exactly right.

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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