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[Solved] Should I have a 2nd opioion regarding fillings for

 
(@geek84)
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Hi Folks

Recently when I visited my dentist for a routine checkup, he suggested that I need my back teeth filling. However, I cannot see anything wrong with those teeth.

Do you think the dentist is suggesting that I may have problems in the future if I don't have the filling done, or is it a way for him to make more money out of me?

Should I go to another dentist to get a second opinion?

Thanks in advance for your responses.

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Topic starter Posted : 20/03/2013 4:36 pm
(@Goonerplum)
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How long have you been visiting this Dentist ? Do you trust him/her ? I wouldn't image that they would make up the need for fillings

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Posted : 21/03/2013 7:12 pm
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(@geek84)
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Hi Goonerplum

Many thanks for your reply.

I visit the dentist every 6 months. What makes you think that the dentist would not make up the need for fillings.

Thanks

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Topic starter Posted : 21/03/2013 8:11 pm
(@Robo295)
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If you discovered he was asking you to have fillings you didn't really need it could hurt his reputation and therefore damage his image in the eyes of his patients, I doubt anyone in any profession would want that. If you don't mind are you on NHS or Private dental care?

That being said, it couldn't hurt to get a second opinion, just to be on the safe side.

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Posted : 22/03/2013 4:34 pm
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(@geek84)
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Hi Robo

Thanks for your reply.

I am on NHS and not private care.

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Topic starter Posted : 22/03/2013 6:55 pm
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