Can payment plans be setup

[Mizzycrazy]

can anybody give me advice im not working im disabled on fixed income im in need of help finding treatment best deals would i qualify for a payment plan or installments The thing is iv a BIG FEAR of all dentists im 46 and have not seen one thats done what is best for me or been thoughtful (i was badly treated while under 16yrs old removing roots which as scared me) not able to work isnt my fault but treated like 2nd class ,im looking but clueless how to get started? 

[slick132]

Hi Mizzy,

 

If you're getting benefits due to disability ( but I'm not sure if this is the case for you ), talk to a dental practice local to you that family or friends recommend to see if they can tell you what options you have - like free treatment; treatment with fixed fees; treatment on a payment plan.

 

Between you and me, I went for a long time (over 20 years) not seeing a dentist - the longer I left it, the more worried I was about going  to a new dentist.

 

When I finally plucked up courage, I found that things had moved on and treatments were far better than in the past, particularly with pain relief jabs for gums. Also, a bit of discomfort for 20 or 30 minutes may be easier to take when you're older, than when you were a teenager.

 

Go and speak to a recommended dental practice and discuss the money issues. The actual treatment may be easier than you think. 

[stu007]

Hi

 

I have to agree with the above post you really need to speak with you dental practice and do not be afraid to ask about a payment plan if needed for your dental treatment (depending on what benefits you get).

 

Could you clarify what benefit you are on at present?

 

I am a Disabled Veteran and am on Contribution Based with the Benefit System so have to pay for my Dental Treatment but my own Dental Practice offers a payment plan to anyone on that.

 

I last month after a routine checkup needed £200 of dental treatment (all due to my medical condition) was offered the payment plan but paid for my treatment up front as I could at the time but if not the payment plan was their which I could adjust if needed.

 

Each Dental Practice is different so you need to ask these specific questions to your own dental practice and I say it again do not be afraid to ask them the question.

 

(note this is only if it is a NHS Registered Dental Practice)