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Affordable dentistry

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glitch_101
glitch_101 Posts: 122 Forumite
in Health & beauty MoneySaving
Hi MSE. Can anyone recommend a good dentist? I've been quoted £450 for a tooth implant and £120 for each filling. This is not something I can easily afford right now. Is there a cheaper option?

TIA

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  • shegirl
    shegirl Posts: 10,107 Forumite
    Far from an expert, but that sounds good/cheap for an implant from what I've heard
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  • Toothsmith
    Toothsmith Posts: 10,105 Forumite
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    edited 21 June 2015 at 3:43PM
    That is an incredibly cheap implant! Are you sure that's what it is you've been quoted for?

    The places I work with charge between £1800 and £2500 for single units depending on difficulty.

    If it is an implant - they don't come any more affordable than that!! But I would ask serious questions as to just how good it is, and how good the surgeon placing it is.

    The filling prices sound pretty similar to what I charge though - which makes me wonder all the more as to whether that implant price is 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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