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The dangers of skipping dental appointments

The dangers of skipping dental appointments


The dangers of skipping the dentist due to financial pressures

Many people are skipping dental appointments due to current financial pressures, but this can lead to serious oral health problems, carrying an increased risk for additional costs in the future. At Envisage Dental Ferndown we're seeing an increasing number of patients delaying their routine dental check-up and ignoring treatment requirements until they are in pain. This is concerning as regular appointments are essential to maintaining the best oral health and avoiding any problems progressing into more complex issues.

The risks of missing dental check-ups

Missing dental appointments can have serious consequences on your oral health. Without regular visits to your local dentist and hygienist, plaque and tartar and build up in those hard to reach areas, leading to decay and gum disease. In addition, many oral health problems are asymptomatic, meaning they don't cause dental pain or discomfort until they reach an advanced stage.

Delaying treatment can also lead to more expensive and invasive procedures down the line. For example a small cavity that could be easily filled will eventually require a root canal treatment or even extraction, if left untreated.

At each dental examination, your dentist will also check for signs of mouth cancer in the cheeks, palate, tongue, gums and lips. According to the latest NHS figures, around 8,300 people are diagnosed with mouth cancer in the UK each year. That's about 1 in every 50 cancers diagnosed. If mouth cancer is diagnosed early, a complete cure is often possible in up to 9 in 10 cases using surgery alone, so regular check-ups with your dentist is key.

Tips for affordable dental care

Whilst the cost of dental care can be a barrier for many people at this time, there are some options to help spread the cost of your care, making it more affordable:

  • Dental plans - signing up to a dental plan will help spread the cost of your annual routine dental care and hygienist appointments across 12 months. Many plans also offer discount on any clinically required work for plan members. Ask your local Ferndown  dentist about the plans they offer.
  • Employee dental insurance/plans - review your employee benefits to make sure that your not missing out on any reduced rate plans that you may be eligible for through your employer.
  • Commit to a good home oral care regime - Ensure thorough cleaning with an electric toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste for 2 minutes, twice a day, followed by mouth wash and flossing/interdental brushing, to keep any problems at bay. 
  • Take advantage of preventative care - regularly check-ups and cleaning are essential for preventing costly dental problems down the line.

Finding a local dentist in Ferndown 

If you are looking for a dentist in Ferndown, there are many resources to help you find the right one. Ask friends and family for trusted recommendations, check out patient reviews on platforms such as Google, Facebook, Trust Pilot or Yell, or search online to find a dentist that best meets your needs. 

In conclusion, skipping the dentist due to financial pressures can lead to serious oral health problems. Its important to take steps to make dental care more affordable. By finding a local dentist that you can trust and taking advantage of preventative care you can maintain good oral health and avoid costly procedures down the line.

At Envisage Dental Ferndown we have carefully built our dental practice in Ferndown up over many years through personal recommendation of friends and family, or on referral from their own dental practitioner; we are most grateful for this vote of confidence given to us. Check out our Google reviews below to hear more about what our patients think or us.

We commit to open and honest pricing for our patients. To view our latest fees, visit our fees page on the website.

Patient Reviews

People are talking about us

The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Envisage Dental Ferndown. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending us…

Patient reviews

1253 Reviews

5.0

1st May 2025

I was able to explain my discomfort with one tooth & speak about the tooth that needs attention as a piece of tooth had come away. I was given a clear way forward with 3 choices & following discussion a decision was made. I was not rushed into making a decision & was happy with how to get the most satisfactory outcome.

30th April 2025

All the staff were friendly, helpful and professional. They were cheerful and treated you with respect. It was explained what was to happen at each step of the appointment and clear and helpful advice given.

30th April 2025

The people who work there are great, very friendly and helpful. I have always been afraid of the dentist but with them it is not so scary. I highly recommend them to anyone who has any problems with their teeth.

30th April 2025

Polite spotlessly clean felt completely confident of her expertise

30th April 2025

Friendly professional but worked well as a team. They give you great confidence and put you at ease.

26th April 2025

Great service, professional and attentive staff

26th April 2025

The staff, their knowledge and their courtesy towards me always make me feel valued.

25th April 2025

The dental team were and are always first class. The process works very well and it is always clear what is happening.

25th April 2025

From reception to treatment I was treated with kindness and courtesy.Ibrahim and his assistant were grearc

24th April 2025

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23rd April 2025

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23rd April 2025

Great dentist and great practice overall, highly recommend Tom to everyone!

19th April 2025

The clinicians are very professional and friendly. I feel they have my best interests at the centre of their work and time spent with me.

18th April 2025

Sue walker is so patient and understanding as I am so nervous at the dentist.

18th April 2025

The staff are great and the appointments generally run on time. Sarah and Mia are always superb. Stephanie and her assistant (apologies don’t know the name) are very thorough and offer great banter. Reception is always polite and professional too.

12th April 2025

empathetic and caring clinicians and staff

11th April 2025

As always lovely welcome, no waiting to be seen, explained everything , easy to book next appointment.

9th April 2025

Sue Walker was very helpful, friendly and understanding. She explained any issues to me.

9th April 2025

Friendly, efficient staff - I came for hygienist today but Becky was also excellent on Monday for check up

8th April 2025

I had a large lower tooth extracted which was stressful. I was then discharged to the reception desk while still shaking and found difficulty in getting my credit card out to pay. The girl at the desk was most helpful and got the card out of my wallet and I was able to pay my bill on the machine while still shaking. It would have been helpful if I had been given the opportunity to sit down and compose myself before being hurried into the payment process.

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