How much should the Tooth-fairy give these days?

I asked a similar question on Facebook, Google+, and Twitter earlier this week. Not only that, I asked friends and family to reminisce about their childhood Tooth tales. 

Something so quirky always seems to get a grin and start a tale of times long gone. Most people remember loosing their teeth as a young child, especially receiving that cash reward from the Tooth-fairy. 

The going rate when I was stringing my loose tooth to a door knob was 25p-50p. Now days it seems £20 is not uncommon for a nocturnal visit from the Fairy. However; the over all average is between £2-£5. That is a 700%-1000% increase. No matter the amount I think the Tooth-fairy will always try to leave behind something that will bring about that toothless smile in the morning. 

Are your Teeth Sensitive? Do you know why?

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There are numerous reasons why people have sensitive teeth. Many times it can be as simple as brushing too hard, bad technique or using an abrasive whitening toothpaste. Gulping down loads of fizzy drinks and juice can also cause sensitivity or maybe a combination of all of these. It is common for people to incorrectly brush there teeth.

Speak with your Hygienist to properly maintain that smile. 

 

NHS vs Private Dentistry

As we stated in our question, we are a very proud Private Dental Practice.

I understand asking this type of question stirs up strong feelings especially for the NHS, but we like to hear from both sides. 

One of the most common responses I hear is that it doesn't really matter because most Dentists are both Private and NHS. It does matter to us. I look at this as causing some of the confusion an NHS patient may experience and lead to the idea that private dentistry is out to take all your money. If you go to an NHS dentist to get treatment and your laying in the chair and the dentist offers you a private treatment material or private treatment. It is legal but totally up-selling you.

While visiting a private Dentist you are guaranteed the great material and treatment but also the entire experience should be satisfying. If you are not happy with any step in the process under private care you can have it rectified immediately. Everything will be held accountable in Private Practice or your patients wont feel like they are getting value. The Patient is always right, customer service is paramount. 

My point is that Private Dentistry is about the entire patient journey. We can't possibly be ripping people off or pushing sales while you are in the chair, we wouldn't be in business very long. Our main stream of new patients comes from referrals, recommendations from patients that feel they got what they paid for and a little more. I completely agree there is a place for the NHS but if I was going on a 4-5 star holiday, I wouldn't look to see if there were any 2-3 star resorts that had a 5 star bed!!!

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