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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 Titchfield Dental Health 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 Southampton  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 Southampton 

If you are looking for a dentist in Southampton, 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 Titchfield Dental Health we have carefully built our dental practice in Southampton 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 Titchfield Dental Health. 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

767 Reviews

5.0

14th May 2025

Always friendly, very welcoming, makes you feel at ease

14th May 2025

Helpful, friendly and professional staff.

9th May 2025

The hygienist personally came to collect us. Linda was welcoming, friendly, interested and knowledgeable. She confirmed my comfort level frequently. She kept me informed at every stage. You should be proud to have her represent your practice.

7th May 2025

Very friendly and welcoming staff who know you personally

2nd May 2025

I attended with my 2&4 year old, the staff are so good at engaging with the children whilst also attending to my care. The children always feel comfortable coming to the dentist (2 year old isn’t always so sure!) but the staff go above and beyond to ensure they feel comfortable and make it not a scary place.

1st May 2025

Excellent service from the hygienist. There wasn’t a dental nurse present hence the score

1st May 2025

Everyone is efficient friendly & capable. My only issue is that, bearing in mind I complete 1 of these surveys each time I attend the dentist could we as patients have fewer surveys to do - if I was unhappy with the service I would complain!

26th April 2025

Greeted by the reception staffI felt very comfortable with the treatment & the hygienist.

26th April 2025

Everyone very professional and friendly

25th April 2025

Carmen was highly professional and I felt completely happy with each progress of my implant . So understanding to put me at ease

24th April 2025

Friendly, efficient staff.

SJ

SAM JOY

Titchfield Dental Practice is everything I’ve been looking for in a dentists. The staff are kind and friendly, take plenty of time to explain their procedures, and treatment plans. All options were discussed with me in a calm and relaxed manner. I didn’t feel rushed out the door, so they could see the next person, as I have in other places in the past. I have complex dental issues, and Anya has taken time and trouble to explain her decision making processes to me. Whilst I am not a fan of going to a dentist, because I’m a nervous patient, if you need a dentist, I can highly recommend this practice. I have a full on treatment plan coming up over the next few weeks, (May 2025) so I will post before and after pictures so you can get a good idea of what my experience has been.

17th April 2025

Great dental practice. Organised, calm & friendly service. Visiting the dentist is no problem when using Titchfield & would highly recommend.

JM

John Mansfield

All staff are always very friendly and the treatment is excellent.

DN

Deb Neil

I was very nervous before my Hygienist appointment , but Linda was so kind, gentle and understanding Along with new equipment means that I shall no longer be nervous of future appointments . Excellent service from Rick too Excellent service from all the team

10th April 2025

The friendliness and efficiency of all members of staff.

9th April 2025

All the staff are welcoming and friendly and put me at ease. Been a patient for many years and I'm confident I receive the best treatment and advice.

8th April 2025

It’s a super practice. Excellent staff and high patient consideration. I’d recommend anyone to go there if they can afford it.

4th April 2025

Everything was explained, time given compared to other practises very good (still expensive) but makes me feel better!

4th April 2025

Fantastic, well run practice where you are made to feel valued and respected. Great clinical skills and good explanation for everything means you feel at ease throughout.

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