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Dentists 'gave patients ultimatum' before sign-up (BBC News)
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If what is being alleged in this BBC News article is true then surely some serious disciplinary action should be taken against this practice?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvgr7j94e2lo
Sadly I suspect more subtle variations on this theme are quite common......
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvgr7j94e2lo
Sadly I suspect more subtle variations on this theme are quite common......
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I have been paying for private treatment for some time as there was no other option.
I did this on a pay as you go basis.
I was contacted by the 'practice manager' and told that this was no longer acceptable, and that I must sign up to a Deniplan.
As I am averse to unnecessary insurance I asked what happen if I declined.
I was told that I would be removed from their books.
Reluctantly I signed up and now get called in for two hygienist appts and two checkups per year, which is double my previous pattern. I even had a precautionary x-ray on a recent visit.0 -
Reading the detail in the article, it sound like the headline is a bit of an exaggeration of what is actually going on - but you are quite right that NHS treatment cannot only be offered if some sort of private add-on is a condition.Undervalued said:If what is being alleged in this BBC News article is true then surely some serious disciplinary action should be taken against this practice?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvgr7j94e2lo
Sadly I suspect more subtle variations on this theme are quite common......
They would be in trouble if that were the case.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.0
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