FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Here are some questions that are most often asked by our patients.
Are you taking on new patients?
Yes, new patients are very welcome to join our practice; we are a fully private dental practice, offering a wide range of dental care at the highest level.
How much is a new patient examination?
Starting costs from £90. *Non refundable deposit required at the time of booking
Do you accommodate extremely nervous patients?
Yes we welcome everyone to our practice, our dedicated, experienced team are trained and equipped with managing and helping anxious/nervous patients. We also offer sedation to help during oral surgery treatments.
What services do you offer?
We offer a wide range of treatments here at Bax Dental, for a full list please feel free to visit our Treatment Options page.
What is the Bax Dental Clinic Practice Membership Plan?
Our Practice Membership Plan offers a simple and flexible way to pay for your dental care. In return for a nominal monthly payment, we provide you with a comprehensive programme of maintenance, prevention and treatment.
What is the Dental Accident and Emergency Insurance?
Practice Membership plans include insurance from Global Dental Scheme, one of the UK’s leading insurers to pay for the cost of treatment if you damage your teeth as a result of an accident or need a dentist in an emergency outside of normal surgery hours.
What if I miss my appointment?
Failure to attend an appointment or giving inadequate notice of cancellation (i.e less than 48hrs) means that we are unable to offer the appointment to other patients and therefore a charge will be incurred.
What should I do if I have a dental emergency?
Please contact our helpful reception team and we will try to accommodate same day booking to get you seen by one of our dentists here.
If you are not a registered patient we will try to help you out as well but a booking fee will be required.
*Membership patients have insurance cover with us, to be eligible for a financial compensation claim, you must please seek our help within 7 days of an accident.
Please view Dental Plan page for more information and terms and conditions for claims
What causes bad breath?
Also known as ‘Halitosis’, bad breath can be a combination of a few factors, for example: poor oral health leading to bacterial growth within the mouth, from plaque and tartar development. Gum disease, diet and social choices such as drinking/smoking can also lead to bad breath; as well as that, dry mouth can also be a contributing component, along with some health conditions such as acid reflux.
Why are my gums bleeding?
Bleeding gums are usually a result of gingivitis.
A good oral care regime should be able to prevent your gums from bleeding if done correctly – our experienced and dedicated hygiene team will be able to recommend a routine best suited to you and provide you with advice to help you maintain a healthy clean mouth.
Pregnancy can also be a reason for increased gum bleeding, due to the change in hormones.
If you are experiencing any gum bleeding related issues, please feel free to give us a call for help.
