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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 Hindhead Dental Practice 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 Hindhead  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 Hindhead 

If you are looking for a dentist in Hindhead, 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 Hindhead Dental Practice we have carefully built our dental practice in Hindhead 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 Hindhead Dental Practice. 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

644 Reviews

5.0

1st May 2025

Good hygienist. She is friendly and thorough. She is also gentle which I appreciate She has given me good advice for cleaning my teeth better

RG

Rebekah Glover

Excellent service from reception to clinician

JR

John Roake

It's rarely regarded as a good day out when you visit the dentist, and although I didn't look forward to the visit you can't deny the professional service provided by all at the practice. Reception never fails to make you feel welcome. Chatting without being intrusive and efficient and professional when required. The dentist is pleasant and very informative, giving useful information and options of treatment. The dental assistant is equally pleasant, helpful and greets you with a welcoming smile. A team as the one at Hindhead Dental Clinic may not leave you wishing you were at the dentist but you could go a long way to finding better.

SG

Stevie Gower

5 star service - all the staff are professional and friendly and I must add that even the locum staff they use are amazing.

17th April 2025

All the staff are friendly and professional. They explain the treatment and offer helpful advice.

16th April 2025

Very efficient and professional staff and excellent treatment

VT

Valerie Trevan

I was seeing the hygienist, Julie - she, and her kind assistant were welcoming and friendly and helped to ease my nerves - Julie explained what she was going to do - she was as gentle as possible and went out of her way to ensure that I was coping okay - she also gave a lot of information regarding ongoing care of my teeth and gums both at the practice and my input at home - perhaps next time I won’t be as anxious.

11th April 2025

This is the best dental surgery ever.

11th April 2025

Very friendly efficient staff who know what they are doing.Very clean clinic and easy to park

RD

Rod D

Always first class service.

9th April 2025

this is a highly professional practice with excellent practitioners. I have been having significant dental work and I’ve been talked through every step. I would highly recommend this practice, especially if like me you’re not a fan of Dentist!

NS

Nick Stewart

Excellent dentist practice run brilliantly by Paul and all the team. Great family and friendly service

LM

Lucinda Mueller

Great with the kids, thorough and friendly.

CN

Caroline Nash

Declan is brilliant, makes me feel at ease and explains everything clearly. Feel so comfortable at this practice.

JD

Jonathan Dracott

On time friendly service Great care

4th April 2025

The service is excellent from arranging the appointment to being seen. Highly professional, polite and approachable. Always smiling and sociable.

PW

Paul Waby

Fantastic quality care I have received from the practice for 50 years or so. Paul Ellis and J.B. Julie Hygienist. They have kept my teeth in perfect order in recent years thank you,they have a splendid charming team in support. Paul Waby.

BR

Barry Robinson

As usual the receipnist the dental surgeon and the hygienist are welcoming friendly and highly professional

31st March 2025

I was seen promptly and the cleaning of my teeth went smoothly.

29th March 2025

Mr Ellies and his team always look after me and always help full

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