Comments | london1967: Dentist: 1

london1967

Dentist: 1 - Valletta: 0

Jan 14, 2010 16:37

I went to the dentist's this morning for a check-up

Have I ever mentioned how much I hate sitting on that chair and having my teeth tampered with?
I hate the scraping, the noises and the almost horizontal position (with my mouth full of fluid, I struggle to breathe and constantly worry about choking - the nurses suck at sucking).

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Comments 13

jeffurrynpl January 14 2010, 16:38:42 UTC

the nurses suck at sucking

I ended up choking, screaming, cursing, and throwing a used paper towel at my dentist during my root canal last week. They really do suck at sucking.

london1967 January 15 2010, 12:51:04 UTC

Oh my, that sounds really bad! (the choking)

jeffurrynpl January 15 2010, 13:18:59 UTC

It was! And I really don't usually mind going to the dentist!

mrdreamjeans January 14 2010, 16:45:04 UTC

The only way I've gotten through my dislike of going to the dentist is to have a dentist who is also a friend. That way, even if I'm disliking the work that is being done, at least I'm looking up into the face of a friend. Somehow, it makes it better ... not easier ... better:)

london1967 January 15 2010, 12:51:33 UTC

That's a great idea.
Sadly, I don't know any dentists!

timbear January 14 2010, 20:24:37 UTC

£500? My goodness! Maybe insurance would be worth considering, my crown is going to cost around £80 (plus £15 a month for the last five years or so ...)

london1967 January 15 2010, 12:52:17 UTC

Well it is £450 (the 500 includes hygienist).
Yes I should have thought about insurance!

paterson_si January 14 2010, 23:29:10 UTC

oh, go and look for a place in St. Juliens. THE place to be. A few corners away from La Valletta. :)

london1967 January 15 2010, 12:55:12 UTC

Is it pretty or just a long promenade full of modern hotels?

Thanks for the tip!

paterson_si January 15 2010, 12:58:19 UTC

Promenade and also a charming old part and a part that's full of night life of all shapes and tastes.

london1967 January 15 2010, 16:25:14 UTC

Thanks for that! I think we'll stay somewhere nearby.

erstexman January 15 2010, 04:32:49 UTC

So UK healthcare does not cover dental? I have dental insurance here that paid 80% when I had to get a crown and left me just a balance of $250 US to pay in the end, plus co-pay for the office visits. 500 pounds sounds to be pretty steep for out of pocket costs.

Best wishes in nailing down the lodging in Valletta...

london1967 January 15 2010, 12:54:25 UTC

It covers the basics, I think, but it depends on the level of fundings available.

I know that where I go, I pay the reduced NHS prices for check-ups but really not sure why I have to pay the full cost for the crown.