I got my teeth cleaned today

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You can't get a dentist appointment for love or money in many places across the UK right now. People are having to pull their own teeth out at home and certainly can't just book in for a polish.

I have had a full check up, and also a polish in separate appointments since lockdown began in March. It was easily organised and no problem.

Different experiences in different places maybe (like it always has been)?

I think it is hugely exasperated by the pandemic. Yes it has always been difficult down here. Cornwall where my daughter and grandkids live is terrible. There are a lack of Dentists prepared to work for the NHS and i am pretty sure most were closed between March and June so even if your is a private practice you were lucky to be able to be seen back then.