Dentists and opticians
Dentists
Students, including graduates, who need either routine or emergency dental treatment should seek the advice of their college doctor or nurse, as many colleges have special arrangements with particular dentists. Oxford Priority Dental Services are based at East Oxford Health Centre, 1 Manzil Way, Cowley Road, Oxford OX4 4XD. Open Monday–Friday 8.30 am–4.30 pm excluding Bank Holidays. Call at 8.30 am on Oxford 264980 to book an emergency appointment (first come, first served basis). The Emergency Dental Service is open Monday–Thursday 6.30 pm-9.30 pm, Friday 6.30 pm–10 pm; weekends and Bank Holidays 9 am–6 pm. Call at opening time on 0845 345 8995, leave your details at the call centre and you will be called back.
Opticians
Colleges do not normally have a special arrangement with opticians, so you should feel free to register with one of your choice. Charges for sight tests vary from one to another. If you have a visual problem which requires specialised attention, you will be referred to the hospital eye service.