Orthodontists
Hi folks!
Got a big shock today!! ?My twelve year old had already started treatment in the UK for orthodontic work on her teeth but her NHS orthodontist had advised me that Erin only had about 6months left of treatement so we had hoped when we arrived here that it wouldn't be too pricey for the remainder of her care.
Visited a lovely bloke in Tauranga who is a Brit who's married a kiwi, had a really flash state of the art practise (humph must be well paid eh!!) Anyway he advised that Erin would need at least another 9 - 12 months treatment to give her a perfect smile and the quote came through the door today at $3000!!! ?Blinkin hell, nearly fell over!
Anyway, it has to be done and we don't in any way grudge my girl a nice smile but I just wanted to pre-warn anyone who is poised to come out with kids around Erin's age to be aware that this kind of treatment is not cheap. ?Think it averages out at about $5000 depending on what's needing done. ?So if you're coming over from the UK, might be worth staying there a wee tad longer to get the teeth done there eh!!!
Anyway, not all doom and gloom, we love it here!!!!
Carolynne
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