Q.
Dr Fahey
There are 2 parts to my question.
1 Is Zoom 2 Laser whitening safe on teeth, some of which have crowns broken and exposed? What is the difference between it and Kor whitening from USA?
2 I have got 2 estimates for dental work eg one from a non-uk based clinic and the other a London based one. Is there any independent body who could look at my estimates and advise me please? I am elderly with osteoporosis and am delaying bisphosphonate treatment until dental care is complete.
Dr Fahey
There are 2 parts to my question.
1 Is Zoom 2 Laser whitening safe on teeth, some of which have crowns broken and exposed? What is the difference between it and Kor whitening from USA?
2 I have got 2 estimates for dental work eg one from a non-uk based clinic and the other a London based one. Is there any independent body who could look at my estimates and advise me please? I am elderly with osteoporosis and am delaying bisphosphonate treatment until dental care is complete.
A.
1. yes it is safe, not really what I do, so I can’t help you further on the other whitening system as i have not heard of it.
Not really sure I understand the second part of your question. Non UK treatment is usually cheaper, but you have travelling costs/ issues when things go wrong.
It is not really possible to compare estimates, a nice practice with modern facilities may charge more than a more run down practice or a practice in a low socio economic area. Then there are issues like training, experience etc… i.e. a specialist will generally charge more than a general dentist to reflect their high level of training and experience in their chosen field.
It is up to the patient to then decide where they want to be treated, a bit like flying abroad where there are budget, economy, premier, business and first classes and it is up to you, to chose where you want to fit in.
1. yes it is safe, not really what I do, so I can’t help you further on the other whitening system as i have not heard of it.
Not really sure I understand the second part of your question. Non UK treatment is usually cheaper, but you have travelling costs/ issues when things go wrong.
It is not really possible to compare estimates, a nice practice with modern facilities may charge more than a more run down practice or a practice in a low socio economic area. Then there are issues like training, experience etc… i.e. a specialist will generally charge more than a general dentist to reflect their high level of training and experience in their chosen field.
It is up to the patient to then decide where they want to be treated, a bit like flying abroad where there are budget, economy, premier, business and first classes and it is up to you, to chose where you want to fit in.
Dr Nick Fahey
Woodborough House Dental Practice
21 Reading Road, Pangbourne, Reading RG8 7LR
Web: www.woodboroughhouse.com Tel: Tel: 0118 984 3108
Harley Street Dental Studio
42 Harley Street, London W1G 9PR
Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.comTel: 020 7636 5981
