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Gold Onlays etc...
CheckDigit
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Hello,
My tooth recently cracked whilst I was eating. I went to the dentist (a private one as I can’t get an NHS dentist). He took x rays and told me that I have a number of problems with my teeth. He suggested a couple of gold onlays and also another filling. In total this will cost me over £2000 (the breakdown is below). I wanted to know if this is a reasonable price.
Many thanks
| Appointment 1 | 60 | ||
| Examination | |||
| Oral Hygiene Instruction | |||
| Xray Small Film | |||
| Appointment 2 | |||
| LA Given | 400 | ||
| Crown Preparation And Impression(s) | 480 | ||
| Onlay Prep | 150 | ||
| Hygiene with Dentist | 120 | ||
| Composite Filling | LL4 | ||
| Appointment 3 | |||
| Composite Filling | 180 | UL4 | |
| LA Given | |||
| Bonded Crown Non-precious | 280 | LL6 | |
| Gold Onlay | 400 | LL7 | |
| Total | 2070 |
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The alignment of the middle section is a bit askew - I'd love to be able to get away with charging £400 for a local anaesthetic!

But other than that - the charges are about inline with what I'd charge.
Obviously - I cant comment on the actual treatment plan - but the charges are pretty averageHow 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.0 -
Many thanks for thatToothsmith said:The alignment of the middle section is a bit askew - I'd love to be able to get away with charging £400 for a local anaesthetic!
But other than that - the charges are about inline with what I'd charge.
Obviously - I cant comment on the actual treatment plan - but the charges are pretty average0
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