Paul,
Given the costs, patient is likely to have been quoted a non-NHS
fee. as such, not sure why the dentist should see her. She could try
NHS Direct or a drop-in centre. It is not your role although I have
no doubt as to your clinical skills.
This issue will get worse when the new patient charge arrangements
are announced. Can I suggest placing your question with the PEC to
deal with at the PCT? It may well be that like the Queen's speech,
many of the proposals for dentistry are 'rethought' after the general
election.
Paul
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