Hi, i went to dental assisting school and never completed but made it almost to the end of the program. My boyfriend has several teeth that are exposed the enamel is eaten away and the pulp is half way gone. Two molars of the mandibular and two premolars on the maxillary. He;s in excruciating pain with no dental insurance. I need help i believe it is infected and severe. He's very afraid to go to the dentist but if i can find a place that'll help for very little or no money it would be very helpful. I am located in NY and i believe he could die if the infection is way more severe than i believe. Please if anyone can help or tell me what to do!
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Friday, March 18, 2011
Where can I file a complaint for unfair medical or dental billing practices in California?
My wife took my 3 year old son for some dental work that was covered partially by insurance. We paid the amount that was due and agreed upon and we were told that everything was paid and good. My son then had his teeth fixed. Later on, we found out that the dentist had performed additional work and wanted to get paid extra. Obviously, the dental insurance rejected the new claim and now they want us to pay for it. Isn't that unfair that we were not informed about it? We never gave consent for additional treatment for something else, and that seems a little like a bait and switch tactic. They got consent for one thing and they tried to throw something else in. They say that since they performed the work, we need to pay. But that doesn't seem right to me because we were never advised about it. Who can I contact to assist me with this cause I am sure I am not the first one this happened to in that dental office? I appreciate any helpful suggestions.
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Speak with an Attorney immediately. If your Dentist did all of the work in one appointment; it makes you ask a valid question of why he did not turn all of the billing into your insurance company at once instead of billing separately.
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Speak with an Attorney immediately. If your Dentist did all of the work in one appointment; it makes you ask a valid question of why he did not turn all of the billing into your insurance company at once instead of billing separately.
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Is it safe to have dental work done when pregnant?
I'm not right now, but I miscarried 2 weeks ago, and I hear that you're very fertile after miscarry-ing (not to mention, now I at LEAST know that I can conceive, so hopefully soon) Problem is, I have a lot of dental work to take care of. Several cavities.. I just haven't had the time to mess with it, although I REALLY should while my husband is in the military and we have great dental insurance (up until next June anyways!) So, I was wondering, If I DO get pregnant again soon, is it safe to continue dental care? I'm hoping to get the X-Ray's out of the way before there is a chance of pregnancy, but as far as the actual work goes... is that ok? Usually, they just give you the local anesthesia (the numbing shot) Although, I have a fear of needles, ESPECIALLY when they're in my mouth, and it really worries me... so I generally use the happy gas (nitrous oxide). Is THAT safe? if not, I can go through it without it if for nothing but for the sake of the baby (that is if I am LUCKY enough to be pregnant again soon!) Thanks!
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It is very important to have a healthy mouth before pregnancy....You really need to plan to have necessary work done before, as you can NOT have nitrous while pregnant, (or trying)..... I would advise you to talk to your dentist soon about treatment planning around this, and getting things done to stabilize yourself to last the 9 months..... Please do some reading below:
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It is very important to have a healthy mouth before pregnancy....You really need to plan to have necessary work done before, as you can NOT have nitrous while pregnant, (or trying)..... I would advise you to talk to your dentist soon about treatment planning around this, and getting things done to stabilize yourself to last the 9 months..... Please do some reading below:
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Dental billing issue?
I went to the dentist today to receive an onlay on one of my molars that has a cavity. I was quoted $645 for the procedure. I had the procedure done, went to check out, and was charged $350 more than my quoted price. Apparently, the dentist decided (during the procedure) that a 4-surface onlay was needed rather than a 3-surface onlay. Am I obligated to pay the new price? I signed the quote that I was given for the original price of $645. I can't afford to pay my new balance of $995 right now, and would have waited until I am eligible for dental insurance next year if I had known I would be charged almost $1,000!
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Sorry this happened to you. The dentist should have told you when he decided he needed to do something different. You should still pay as the dentist did what was needed to be done and things change sometimes once work is started. What they gave you was an estimate for services, not a bill. By the way, even if you got insurance, most would have a waiting period of a year to get anything major done. Still would have cost you the same. If anything, I would just let them know you would appreciate it if they would tell you when they are changing what they are doing as opposed to surprising you at the end.
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Sorry this happened to you. The dentist should have told you when he decided he needed to do something different. You should still pay as the dentist did what was needed to be done and things change sometimes once work is started. What they gave you was an estimate for services, not a bill. By the way, even if you got insurance, most would have a waiting period of a year to get anything major done. Still would have cost you the same. If anything, I would just let them know you would appreciate it if they would tell you when they are changing what they are doing as opposed to surprising you at the end.
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Dental Abcess Maybe?
I got a tooth cleaning like 2wks ago and then suddenly like 3-4 days after the cleaning. i notice swelling and pain on the roof of my mouth and the swelling is behind my last two back molars. There was lots of swelling but it subsided a little and the pain is gone. I am flossing and brushing. and im taking pinicillin v 800mg Im trying to get a appointment. But since i dont have dental insurance. im trying to get on this sliding scale for a discount.
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It could be an abcess or it could be a little damage done by the cleaning that has caused the soreness and swelling....but you are doing the right things as far as I am concerned!
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It could be an abcess or it could be a little damage done by the cleaning that has caused the soreness and swelling....but you are doing the right things as far as I am concerned!
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I have a wisdom tooth that is growing into my cheek and I really need to get it removed.?
I was planning to make an appointment since I have just finished with school for this semester when I realized that my insurance does not cover dental. can anyone tell me about some affordable dental insurance that I could use immediately after I got it?
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I would encourage you to visit the following http://healthsavings.ourperfectcard.com I signed up online over 3 years ago when I was in college for all my dentistry work. They have saved me thousands throughout the years. All services are included: Xrays, exams, extractions, root canals ...etc. Its very affordable and had my benefits active in 2 hours and was able to use it the same day. Hope this helps and good luck.
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I would encourage you to visit the following http://healthsavings.ourperfectcard.com I signed up online over 3 years ago when I was in college for all my dentistry work. They have saved me thousands throughout the years. All services are included: Xrays, exams, extractions, root canals ...etc. Its very affordable and had my benefits active in 2 hours and was able to use it the same day. Hope this helps and good luck.
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Does the type of insurance I have affect my dentist's treatment and attitude?
I'm self employed. I have minimal dental insurance and pay for most dental care out of pocket. My last two visits to the dentist I've used for 10 years made me feel like I was some kind of red headed step child. The normally considerate Dr was rough and inconsiderate. I kept having to get him to stop because the spray from the drill was aimed directly at the back of my throat and kept gagging me and he acted as though I was inconveniencing him. I was there an hour and a half for him to do 18 minutes worth of work. The hygienist was a different one than the last time I was there and she was very rough, making all of my gums bleed. I have a high pain tolerance and have never had issues going to the dentist before and honestly, after today's visit, I won't go back to that one. Does the fact that I don't have top notch dental insurance matter to them? If they get paid either way, why does it matter?
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Quite possible probably what your insurance reimburses for services rendered where not up to his liking. Or, the Dr and the hygienist we having an affair and had just broken up because he wouldn't divorce his wife. At one time I had medical insurance through a company that also provided medical care for free to people whom were indigent or something like that and when I went for my first Dr's appointment they were rude and I heard the office staff making comments about me being a slim ball or something like that getting free medical services.
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Quite possible probably what your insurance reimburses for services rendered where not up to his liking. Or, the Dr and the hygienist we having an affair and had just broken up because he wouldn't divorce his wife. At one time I had medical insurance through a company that also provided medical care for free to people whom were indigent or something like that and when I went for my first Dr's appointment they were rude and I heard the office staff making comments about me being a slim ball or something like that getting free medical services.
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