Denplan, cost?

becky4131

Hi,

I currently see an NHS dentist but have gum disease that has caused me to lose a front tooth. For this reason i have been wanting to join a private dentist for a while but cost has not enabled me to. I have recently had a promotion at work so finacially in a much better position, after xmas i fully intend to book in to see a private dentist.

I have been reading about denplan and would like to join this once my teeth are in a state where i could join. The question i have is would the fillings i have (nhs fillings) need to be replaced before they would let me join denplan? Also, i would like a bridge placed where i had my front tooth removed, would this need to be paid for before joining denplan or could i have that done and just pay the lab fees?

Many thanks

brook2jack

There are several versions of denplan

Essentials costs about £11 a month covers 2 check ups ,xrays, 2 hygiene visits a year ,insurance and emergency treatment and 20% off other treatment. You do not have to be dentally fit to join.

The other scheme costs from £12 ish to £36 ish a month and covers everything except lab fees (cost varies on how many fillings ,level of gum disease). You do have to be dentally fit so your nhs fillings would be ok unless they needed replacing because of decay etc.

If you have lost a front tooth because of gum disease your other front teeth may not have sufficient bone left to support a bridge. Even if they have I would be wary of a dentist who would bridge without making sure your gum disease is under control.

In the meantime if you smoke stop now as this is a major contributor to gum disease and you can put the money towards treatment.

becky4131

Thanks for the reply.

I don't smoke and for the last 6 months started a really thorough hygiene routine twice daily. This involves using my electric toothbrush and interdental brushes for between the gaps of the teeth, i have been using corsodyl mouth wash for a while also.

I really want to save my teeth and wish i could have gone private sooner, just hope it isn't too late.

I am going to make an appointment in the new year to see private dentist and see what they suggest.