Dentists and unemployment . A question

another_casualty

Hello
I've always been in employment, until now.
I decided to start my life over again, moving and leaving the job I hated without another one to go to.

Okay, I understand that I am not entitled to anything for 6 months.
I get that.
The thing is, I do need dental work, which will incorporate fillings etc.

I have been always going to,private dentists since I was in my mid 20's . I'm now in my mid 50's. why private ? I didn't know any different. So, question is, will I be entitled to free dental treatment ?
Am I allowed n h s trearment again after going private ?
Would I only be allowed private treatment only?

More than one question , but I'm recovering from flu.:)
Happy new year
Thanks:)

NeilCr

Information here

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/healthcare/help-with-health-costs/help-with-health-costs/#h-help-with-dental-treatment

teddysmum

Having gone private before has no effect on being able to use the NHS service. However, you ,may have problems, depending on where you live, finding an NHS provider who has a vacancy.


To get free NHS treatment you have to have appropriate documentation (which you may not be eligible for) or you end up being fined (cost of treatment plus a fixed sum) as others, on here, have posted.

McKneff

What do you mean about not being entitled to any for 6 months

another_casualty

McKneff wrote: »

What do you mean about not being entitled to any for 6 months

I gave my notice and left job, without anothet job to go to.
If I was sacked , or made redundant I would've been entitled to unemployment benefit etc.
However, I believe that you are not entitled to anything for 6 months if you leave on your own accord.

Torry_Quine

McKneff wrote: »

What do you mean about not being entitled to any for 6 months

I presume they are talking about being sanctioned from job seekers for leaving a job voluntarily.

OP you need to sign on with an NHS dentist and dependent on finances can apply for the NHS low income scheme.

Andybez38

I'm sure the Toothsmith guy on here will be along to give his input shortly.

Owain_Moneysaver

It may be that the first 6 months of Jobseekers Allowance is contributions-based, which doesn't* entitle claimant to free dental care.

After 6 months JSA if payable would be income-based which would* give dental care.

* in very simple terms. Actual eligibility may vary dependent on claimant's circumstances etc.

Leaving a job voluntarily does not automatically disqualify for JSA or lead to sanctions. It is however necessary to apply for JSA as soon as possible as claims cannot normally be backdated.

another_casualty

Wow! Loads of input on this thread already. Thanks a lot !
TBH , I didn't think I'd get anywhere , and have been proved right unfortunately . No big deal.
I'm going through a life changing experience at present( quit job/ moved flat away from London where I've always lived). I now suffer from occilar
myasthenia gravis, since 2014.
My immune system is shot, and have massive flu at the moment .(who hasn't ?:) ) so, I've decided to take around six months anyway .

I've just got to find a dentiist in the coming weeks and cough up.

Cheers

Owain_Moneysaver

another_casualty wrote: »

I now suffer from occilar
myasthenia gravis, since 2014.
My immune system is shot, and have massive flu at the moment .(who hasn't ?:) ) so, I've decided to take around six months anyway .

Then if your doctor will sign you as unfit for work you should be able to claim some level of ESA, and possibly PIP as well.

Torry_Quine

another_casualty wrote: »

Wow! Loads of input on this thread already. Thanks a lot !
TBH , I didn't think I'd get anywhere , and have been proved right unfortunately . No big deal.
I'm going through a life changing experience at present( quit job/ moved flat away from London where I've always lived). I now suffer from occilar
myasthenia gravis, since 2014.
My immune system is shot, and have massive flu at the moment .(who hasn't ?:) ) so, I've decided to take around six months anyway .

I've just got to find a dentiist in the coming weeks and cough up.

Cheers

Did you get your flu jab, if not make sure you do next year.

As said you should ask your GP if they will give you a fit-note which would get you ESA which will help you out