9/10 practices are not accepting new adult NHS patients
And while there are private dentist practices available with the cost of living crisis and rise in inflation many would rather have the use of NHS dental treatment that although is not free for adults, is subsidised.patients in their area, Watford residents are in a rare spot.
At the moment there are over 10 NHS dentists either accepting or taking on referrals for NHS patients.
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