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Dentist appointments (originally from UK)

  • 25-09-2018 10:18am
    #1
    emeraldeye
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 40 ✭


    Hi, I moved to Ireland from the UK back in November 2017.


    I have yet to visit a Dentist and wondered if anyone could offer any advice?


    I am currently unemployed but not on any benefits (I don't think I'm allowed any?).


    I need to book an appointment for a check-up, I noticed I have got quite a bit of plaque build-up.


    So basically I'd like to know if I can just turn up for an appointment, or do I have to be on some sort of list?
    In the UK, you had to be on an NHS list for cheaper dental treatment.


    I've heard about Medical Cards, but I don't think I can apply for one.


    Also I was wondering what sort of costs to expect for a typical check-up? (based on the fact that I don't have a Medical Card or anything at this stage).


    I'd assume the checkup may include the removal of plaque as there isn't much?



    Any help or advice is very welcome.


Comments

  • #2
    helimachoptor
    Moderators, Science, Health & Environment Moderators Posts: 21,706 Mod ✭✭✭✭helimachoptor


    You will need to call up a dentist and arrange an appointment.
    Where are you located?


  • #3
    emeraldeye
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 40 ✭emeraldeye


    helimachoptor wrote: »
    You will need to call up a dentist and arrange an appointment.
    Where are you located?


    Thanks, I'm in Roscommon.


    Do you know if charges for check-ups are the same regardless of any Medical Cards etc? Or perhaps this depends on the Dentist Practice?


  • #4
    Oral Surgeon
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,240 ✭✭✭Oral Surgeon


    emeraldeye wrote: »
    Thanks, I'm in Roscommon.


    Do you know if charges for check-ups are the same regardless of any Medical Cards etc? Or perhaps this depends on the Dentist Practice?

    Dentists display their prices... just have a look at your local dentists website/waiting room...


  • #5
    emeraldeye
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 40 ✭emeraldeye


    Oral Surgeon wrote: »
    Dentists display their prices... just have a look at your local dentists website/waiting room...


    Thanks, so it seems pretty straight-forward.


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