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Dental Treatment Abroad – Access to UK Dental Records

admin — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 18:16:52 +0000

This information will be useful to patients travelling abroad for dental treatment.

Am I able to get a copy of my dental records and x-rays from my dentist in the UK?

Yes, you have a legal right to get copies of your dental records and x-rays. The 1998 Data Protection Act [which became law on 1 March 2000] says that a dentist must provide a patient with their dental records and x-rays if requested to do so by the patient. The dentist must provide the dental records and x-rays within 40 days but can charge a reasonable administration fee. You do not have to give a reason why you want a copy of your records. You may have to give your request in writing and you may have to show proof of identity. You may want to send your letter by recorded delivery.

If you want a copy of your dental records and x-rays and they are all held on a computer you can be charged an administration fee of up to £10.

If you want a copy of your dental records and x-rays and they held on paper records, or they are held on a mixture of paper and computer records, you can be charged a maximum of £50 [The 2001 Data Protection (Subject Access) (Fees and Miscellaneous Provisions) (Amendment) Regulations 2001, says a dentist can charge a maximum of £50]

Dentist Abroad – Clinic or Agency?

admin — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 23:08:11 +0000

What is best, book a dental appointment abroad through an Agency or book the appointment direct with the Clinic?

Benefits of Booking Through an Agency

Work with several clinics
Local telephone number
Often get a package: flight, accommodation and treatment

Benefits of Booking Direct with the Clinic

Possibly cheaper prices
You are dealing directly with the clinic
You will get a feel of the clinic from their contact with you, often have a local representative

Which dental clinic abroad?

admin — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 06:16:21 +0000

Which dental clinic abroad should you choose? How do know which dental clinic is best for you? Things to think about:

Are you dealing direct with the clinic or are you just dealing with an agency
Are you being given clear information about prices
Are you being given clear information about your options
Do the clinic reply to your questions promptly
Do you feel happy with what you are being told

It is very difficult to choose between all the different countries and clinics that are out there. Take your time. Do not rush into anything. Make sure your options are clearly explained.