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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 Rowcroft Dental Centre, 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 Gloucestershire 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 Gloucestershire 

If you are looking for a dentist in Gloucestershire, 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.

We have carefully built our dental practice in Gloucestershire 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 Rowcroft Dental Centre. 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

423 Reviews

5.0
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Claire Bowman

Excellent and friendly service every time I visit

5th July 2025

Great customer service in a relaxed and professional environment

5th July 2025

Great fun with both Liz and Lucy!

3rd July 2025

Lucy Li is my dentistI have tried a view dentists but really like Lucy I feel she really listens to my needs

3rd July 2025

Professional care and clear explanation

1st July 2025

The whole team are very professional and courteous. Lisa is a great hygienist.

1st July 2025

Thorough care

1st July 2025

hygienist always thorough. have been coming here for many years and have always been satified with the services provided and the friendliness from all.

1st July 2025

Everyone I met was very friendly and informative. The waiting time was very brief and the treatment area was new and clean

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Frances Lay

Feel properly cared for

VG

Valerie Griffiths

Friendly, thorough checkup and hygiene appointments

27th June 2025

Dentists was very professional, courteous and explained everything she did in detail.

JB

Jon Burchfield

Really welcoming staff, quality service and care

AL

Amanda Legg

Excellent service, on time, no fuss, kind and patient! Thank you.

26th June 2025

The staff are friendly and supportive

HW

Helen Withers

Excellent dentist and always friendly staff

26th June 2025

Lucy is a highly skilled practitioner with attention to detail. She explains everything carefully and gives the patient choice. What I am most impressed by is her patience. I never feel rushed and I know I am in good hands so I can relax

DW

Darren Weeks

Always friendly service, can’t recommend enough.

26th June 2025

Communications with both the hygienist and the clinician were excellent.

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Val W

Both Dr House, who I've seen for years now and Lisa, Hygienist who I met today were fabulous. I do really dislike the hygienist care however today it was absolutely fine, no pain involved. Highly recommended. Thank you

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