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Our guide to NHS patients requesting second opinions<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

If a patient has been seen for an NHS assessment at one practice and wants to be seen for a second opinion elsewhere this causes potential difficulties \u2013 this is because that patient may have had an NHS acceptance form raised by the other practice and a claim made for starting the treatment. Additionally, some patients may have already commenced orthodontic treatment at one practice with placement of an upper removable appliance and they are just about to move on to the \u2018fixed brace\u2019 stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These guidelines should ensure we do not cause problems to another practice by undermining the treatment process there, especially if the patient is due to commence further treatment with them in the near future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most common reason for NHS patients\/parents wanting to seek a second opinion seems to be in relation to any proposed extractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although it might seem natural to want to seek a second opinion, it is perhaps the most courteous option for the dentist, or the parent, to try and seek further explanation and clarification from their current orthodontist as to the reason(s) for the extractions. It is highly possible a good reason for the extractions can be given, and any alternative options, whether that be NHS or private, can be discussed with the existing orthodontist who holds all of the patient\u2019s clinical records and information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the patient\/parent is still resistant to the proposed treatment plan, we can offer a second opinion, as long as the parent understands:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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