I have toothache and issues with receding gums but can I see a dentist? Nope. I've tried every dentist in my area, I'm registered with one but they're down to one dentist who for whatever reason can't see me. Been told to call every month to see if they have a new dentist after mine left. Meanwhile I'm petrified I'm going to lose my front tooth/teeth and I can't afford to go private. This issue has been going on for months in my area and we're all just being left to suffer.