We appreciate that COVID-19 may have an impact on your dental treatment. We are working hard to minimise that impact as far as possible.
We have set out some frequently asked questions regarding your dental treatment. If you have any other queries, please do not hesitate to contact us on 0808 164 1003.
We are currently open and providing all dental care as required.
Patients who live in both England and Wales may travel to West End Dental practices to attend appointments, as these constitute a reasonable excuse under the current rules. Contact us if you would like to discuss.
Before you attend your appointment, you will be asked a number of important questions, as follows:
If you answer YES to any of these questions, you must not attend your appointment. Instead, give us a call on 0808 164 1003 and we will gladly reschedule.
You will be asked to complete a medical history form before attending your appointment. This is completed via a dedicated link, sent to you via text message to your mobile and by email.
Please ensure we have up-to-date mobile number and email address details to ensure this can be done. This will help avoid unnecessary risk and time lost at your appointment.
To maximise protection, our patient waiting rooms are closed. Patients will need to wait outside until they are called for their appointment normally by text.
In line with public health guidance, patients should therefore travel by private car whenever they are able to do so and please bear in mind you may need to wait a short while before attending your appointment. As there is no waiting space, please dress appropriately for the weather.
Patients will be asked to tell us they have arrived at an appointment by replying to a text message on their mobile. If you have access to a mobile phone, please ensure we have your correct details and bring this to your appointment.
We will then text or call you when you we are ready to see you, and a member of our team will arrive at the front door to greet you.
When you enter the practice, you will be asked to clean your hands using sanitising gel and your temperature will be taken with a hands-free thermometer. You will then be taken direct to the surgery.
The team member you meet will be wearing enhanced protective equipment. You may also be asked to wear a mask whilst outside your treatment room.
Please note these procedures are compulsory. We will be unable to admit any patient who does not comply.
Appointments will be longer than you are used to. We will be clear on the duration of an appointment when it is booked – please ensure you make a note of the time required.
Coats and bags will need to be left in a box before entering a surgery. Please keep your belongings to a minimum.
Please note our usual refreshments will not be available, so please ensure you bring drinking water with you, especially if you are attending a longer appointment.
Toilet facilities will also be closed, so please ensure you have visited the lavatory before attending.
We are offering all treatments and services that may be required to address a dental problem or concern.
We are also offering routine care where we have capacity to do so safely, especially for patients who are overdue.
If you have a dental concern or problem or you are overdue routine care, you should request an appointment and we will be delighted to see you.
Examples of dental concerns or problems may include:
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