At least they will see him after 2 years. Whatever royal college plastic
surgeons go under is alleged to have issued guidance that "if treatment
could not be offered within contract guidelines, then they (the surgeons)
should decline to see the patient - and return the referral........."
This action was permitted by the purchaser (Health Authority) when drawn
to their attention.
My sister in law had orthodontic work at the age of 40, with good results.
The only difference caused by having it done later in life is that the
bracing had to be worn occasionally after the initial results were
obtained.
Bill Beeby
GP - Middlesbrough UK
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From: KATE CLEGG [SMTP:[log in to unmask]]
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Subject: boy in need of brace
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I thought that the Patient's Charter set a
limit of 2 years (or 18 months)- does this not apply to certain
treatments? He is dreading having to wait until he is 18 and I would
imagine that by this time the procedure would be much more difficult.
TIA
Kate Clegg
School of Sociology and Social Policy
University of Nottingham
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