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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 West Moors 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 West Moors  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 West Moors 

If you are looking for a dentist in West Moors, 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 West Moors we have carefully built our dental practice in West Moors 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 West Moors. 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

907 Reviews

5.0
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Simba Lawrence

Friendly and professional

21st May 2025

Overall, the practitioners and reception staff are welcoming and helpful.

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Taylor’s

Always welcomed at reception with a lovely smile. Polite friendly and helpful. Rami is always very welcoming and amazing at his job. Never had a dentist that is so thorough and knowledgeable. He is brilliant with children and always puts your mind at ease. Fantastic practice. Well done

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Emma Oliver

Lovely receptionists and dentists and dental assistant

16th May 2025

couldn't fault throughout . All staff were way above average . Makes me want to come again !

16th May 2025

I had an urgent emergency problem which they managed to accommodate. I am extremely grateful that they helped me.

15th May 2025

Excellent service from all the staff, very thoughtful and considerate. Can not fault the service provided by all that I met. Highly recommend

15th May 2025

All the people that work at Envisage just put you at ease they are all friendly polite and always willing to help.Having had a fair amount of dental work and some unpleasant as a child coming to Envisage is a pleasure , the dentist always listens and helps you with the treatment it’s just a lovely place to be treated.

15th May 2025

No treatment necessary!

13th May 2025

A very professional practice all round and a very caring Dentist

8th May 2025

The friendliness of the dental hygiene staff. I even made them laugh.

7th May 2025

such a pleasant atmosphere throughout

7th May 2025

Prompt and efficient service all round

7th May 2025

All the staff are ultra friendly , professional and very efficient ! Their welcome makes you feel comfortable from your first step into the waiting room ! I feel totally confident and in safe hands with all the talented and knowledgeable staff ! This is the best dentists I have been to in years !!!!!

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Eve Davis

No one really wants to go to the dentist but all the staff make it a pleasant visit.They are all very nice and have time for you especially the receptionists, Sevi and Amy.

SI

Susan Tosdivine I

I always find the staff friendly and helpful, from the receptionist to the dentist a very pleasant environment to be in. I feel that I am in good hands and very well looked after, especially when nervous nothing is to much trouble.

LM

Laurenne Mansbridge

Good.. prompt service and professional

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Kate Newton

I was booked to be seen by Sevi. The appmnt was on time, and following a check up, I was able to carry on with my day

6th May 2025

My dentist and the rest of the staff were cheerful, courteous and professional.

5th May 2025

Receptionist was polite and welcoming.The dental nurse was polite, caring and looked very professional. The dentist was excellent very gentle and through.

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