I will be getting braces soon. My orthodontist gave me a paranomic xray of my teeth (general overview). I will take it to an oral surgeon to remove my wisdom teeth. But I will be switching to another dentist for regular cleaning. Should I bring this x-ray to my new dentist in case they want another set of xrays? Because I don't have dental insurance so it would definitely save me some $$... I'm not sure if they want full x-rays for new patients.
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By all means take them. They will find them useful. Good luck with everything.
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Monday, March 7, 2011
Is there a way to afford dental work or get financial assistance?
I am looking at approximately $2000.00 additional cost for a bridge replacement (after my insurance pays) I am a single mom, in debt aproximately $20,000 from the divorce. I cannot get approved for any more loans. Where do I go to find help or financial assistance? Please no rude comments, jsut sincere help. Thanks
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You could try dental schools in your area. The students do the work for the cost of materials, labor is free. It's good practice for them for the "real" world after school. Also, ask your dentist about payment plans, how long they are willing to run one for you. The longer that they will run one, the cheaper the monthly bill would be. As far as I know, there is no government funded dental assistance for adults. The private programs I know of are discount programs, you pay a monthly fee for % off medical bills.
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You could try dental schools in your area. The students do the work for the cost of materials, labor is free. It's good practice for them for the "real" world after school. Also, ask your dentist about payment plans, how long they are willing to run one for you. The longer that they will run one, the cheaper the monthly bill would be. As far as I know, there is no government funded dental assistance for adults. The private programs I know of are discount programs, you pay a monthly fee for % off medical bills.
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Pregnancy & Dental Plan?
Why do people suggests that pregnant woman should have dental insurance plan? Do pregnant woman use dental insurance more than non-pregnant woman or what's the purpose? Someone who knows what they are talking about, please explain.
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I think it's because you can lose calcium during pregnancy and this can affect your teeth and because gingivitis (gum disease) can cause pre-term labor.
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I think it's because you can lose calcium during pregnancy and this can affect your teeth and because gingivitis (gum disease) can cause pre-term labor.
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Nationwide dental plans!?
I am currently using United Concordia Tricare Dental Program, (Dental insurance through the military). My question is what is the best supplemental dental program to join to get added coverage on dental treatments? I am keeping United Concordia just need a little extra help.
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no, dont use that
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no, dont use that
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How much would it cost for dental restoration?
I've been grinding my teeth for too long and definitely caused some damage. My teeth are worn and I've got some staining that I would like to get rid of (bleaching didn't work). What procedure(s) would be done, and how much would they cost? Would insurance cover any of it?
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IF YOU'RE A GRINDER THE LAST THING YOU NEED IS A PORCELAIN RESTORATION OF ANY TYPE IN YOUR MOUTH. WHY? PORCELAIN IS EASY TO CHIP AND BREAK. YOU NEED GOLD. THIS IS SOMETHING TO LAST A LIFETIME. HAVE A DENTIST MAKE YOU AN N.T.I. BRUXISM APPLIANCE TO STOP YOUR GRINDING.
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IF YOU'RE A GRINDER THE LAST THING YOU NEED IS A PORCELAIN RESTORATION OF ANY TYPE IN YOUR MOUTH. WHY? PORCELAIN IS EASY TO CHIP AND BREAK. YOU NEED GOLD. THIS IS SOMETHING TO LAST A LIFETIME. HAVE A DENTIST MAKE YOU AN N.T.I. BRUXISM APPLIANCE TO STOP YOUR GRINDING.
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Dental question?
If a person has alot of dental probems and no way of paying for dental work what do they do?In Spokane Washington you either pay for the work at the time of service or have your teeth pulled out.This person with the teeth problems is only 19 and has had problems all their life and now have major dental probems.Having no dental insurance has been a problem all along.Help,D.Bonanno.
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The U.S. military will be happy to pay for dental work as long as you dont mind giving them a few years of work.
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The U.S. military will be happy to pay for dental work as long as you dont mind giving them a few years of work.
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What insurance is my wisdom teeth filed under if the teeth are impacted?
The receptionist told me that if they are impacted they will be filed under my health. My dental covers 80% of wisdom teeth, My health will cover None. What decides this my teeth or the dentist?
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There are some medical plans that does cover oral surgery. however, from my experience there are not a lot of them out there. If there are not any oral surgery benefits then the surgery will have do go to dental if ur dental plan covers it. now there is a possibility (depending on who your insurance company is) that you can get the facility and anes charges covered under your medical but will need to be pre authorized more than likely. check with your medical plan yourself and see if you have the oral surg ben if not ask them about the fac and anes charges! good luck!
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There are some medical plans that does cover oral surgery. however, from my experience there are not a lot of them out there. If there are not any oral surgery benefits then the surgery will have do go to dental if ur dental plan covers it. now there is a possibility (depending on who your insurance company is) that you can get the facility and anes charges covered under your medical but will need to be pre authorized more than likely. check with your medical plan yourself and see if you have the oral surg ben if not ask them about the fac and anes charges! good luck!
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