u/Electronic-Cup-4721

So here's the thing: I remember I could walk into any government dental clinic during my schooling years, but now it's all appointment-based. Correct me if I'm wrong, but I called the Batu Kawa dental clinic, and they mentioned all appointments must be done through the mysejahtera app. I tried securing an appointment since last month but to no avail, not even one slot is available.

I originally wanted to do a general checkup and scaling.

And I recently tried waiting till 12am hoping that the system would refresh and an available slot would appear but nothing not even one slot.

Also now, I find my gums swollen, and I suspect it's an impacted wisdom tooth.

And before anyone suggests a private dental clinic, no, I don't have the finances to do so.

Therefore, I really do need advices on how to get an appointment or, can I just walk in.

Updates:

1.)I walked into the Batu Kawa dental clinic yesterday, and they had a small piece of paper to fill in.

2.) The counter had an appointment and walk-in section.

3.)They only accept card/paywave only.

4.)It was a pleasant experience.

5.)The dentist will set up the next appointment for follow-up if necessary

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