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Bristol Dental Centre Faces Backlash Over £69 Registration Fee

1/2/2026

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Patients at Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in Bristol were charged £69 to register as NHS patients.
Some patients, including Alice Worthington and Sam Mellor, felt pressured to pay despite not needing the service.
The dental practice apologized, saying the hygienist appointment was an 'offer' provided alongside check-ups.
The NHS Integrated Care Board stated patients should not be obligated to pay for such registrations.

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Story summary

Patients at Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in Bristol were charged £69 to register as NHS patients.
Some patients, including Alice Worthington and Sam Mellor, felt pressured to pay despite not needing the service.
The dental practice apologized, saying the hygienist appointment was an 'offer' provided alongside check-ups.
The NHS Integrated Care Board stated patients should not be obligated to pay for such registrations.