I live outside Memphis TN and in need of some dental work. I have a cavity in my front tooth, and have for awhile. I have no insurance, so have been putting it off. I really need to get it taken care of, as I'll probably need a root canal now. I don't qualify for most of the payment plans such as Care Credit. Any suggestions on what I can do? I know it'll be pricey, and I don't make a ton of money.
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Many areas have free dental clinics. Call the TN state dental association and see if they can tell you of any in the Memphis area. Good luck
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Friday, May 27, 2011
Wisdom tooth extraction cost?
So, my Dad decided to go ahead and skip dental insurance this year, since it would be cheaper. He decided that about 2 weeks ago, and in the past 3 days, my wisdom teeth have been starting to bother me. I'll probably need to get them pulled before the year is out... and was wondering: How much will it cost without dental insurance? Thanks guys! :D
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It is going to cost a lot. Tell your dad to get a Discount Plan Go to www.medicaldentaldiscounts.com You can save up to 80% on all Dental needs including braces You also get Vision,Prescription,Chiropractic benefits at no additional charge. The Family plan cost $19.95 a month for up to 20 people under one roof. There are no limits No waiting period So you can sign up today and use the plan tomorrow. Plus on the website you can locate a dentist in your area and if a certain dentist is not on the plan, then you can request a dentist to take the plan. So have you dad and yourself look at the plan, or on there they have a request for you to have someone call you and talk about it!
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It is going to cost a lot. Tell your dad to get a Discount Plan Go to www.medicaldentaldiscounts.com You can save up to 80% on all Dental needs including braces You also get Vision,Prescription,Chiropractic benefits at no additional charge. The Family plan cost $19.95 a month for up to 20 people under one roof. There are no limits No waiting period So you can sign up today and use the plan tomorrow. Plus on the website you can locate a dentist in your area and if a certain dentist is not on the plan, then you can request a dentist to take the plan. So have you dad and yourself look at the plan, or on there they have a request for you to have someone call you and talk about it!
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Naval dental care question?
I recall when I was in the navy, ( I was stationed at the MTF in Portsmouth.) my wife just went to her dental appointments at the hospital. Now Im out of the navy, she is in, but when i go to the dentist, we have to pay now. Does that seem right? I mean insurance of course covers part of the cost. But it's not exactly that good of insurance compared to just going in and not having to pay a dime. United Concordia. We're in oak harbor now and the navy hospital dentist center does not treat dependents. that just doesnt seem right
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When you were in the Navy you were paying for the dental care of your spouse through United Concordia, it was automatically deducted from your pay. Just like it is now. The same thing back then as well for when you saw a civilian dentist. The dependent can be seen on base if the base itself allows it, but not all do and if not then the dependent goes to a civilian dentist. This gives 2 free cleanings a year, 1 free xray every 2 years and then up to 80% coverage on all work done. It is the same program that has been around for over 15 years. The base where you are at now does not have the staff to see dependents especially as it is not a major base compared to Portsmouth which is.
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When you were in the Navy you were paying for the dental care of your spouse through United Concordia, it was automatically deducted from your pay. Just like it is now. The same thing back then as well for when you saw a civilian dentist. The dependent can be seen on base if the base itself allows it, but not all do and if not then the dependent goes to a civilian dentist. This gives 2 free cleanings a year, 1 free xray every 2 years and then up to 80% coverage on all work done. It is the same program that has been around for over 15 years. The base where you are at now does not have the staff to see dependents especially as it is not a major base compared to Portsmouth which is.
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am i still covered under my parent health insurance?
I'll be 19 this month and I'm not going to college but I was wondering under the new obama health plan would I still be covered under my parent they did claim me as dependent on there taxes. I was wondering bc I went to my dentist and found out I wasn't under the dental plan anymore sense I had turned 18 even though I was still in school I wasn't elgiable for it anymore
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That portion of the bill goes into effect when the policy renews after 9/23/10. If you don't know when the policy renews it is generally right after open enrollment. At that time you can get back on if you desire. Until then apparently you are not covered.
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That portion of the bill goes into effect when the policy renews after 9/23/10. If you don't know when the policy renews it is generally right after open enrollment. At that time you can get back on if you desire. Until then apparently you are not covered.
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What dental problems can be harmful during pregnancy?
I am 23 weeks pregnant, I live in Ca, and I have medi- cal insurance, along with another insurance through my work, my work insurance Anthem blue cross doesn't pay for much for dental and I am maxed out for dental with them right now. Medi-cal on the other hand will pay for extractions, and when I went to the dentists office Saturday I was told that medi-cal will also pay for procedures that can potentially be harmful to a pregnancy. I know that my dentists want to do a deep cleaning on me, and I know that if I don't get this procedure that the bacteria built up can cause preterm labor. I am also wondering if anyone knows what other procedures would be covered and considered possibly harmful to a pregnancy. I have quite a few dental issues, so I would like to get as much as I can covered by medi-cal, other wise with the anthem insurance I have to pay mostly all of all dental procedures, and I owe so much right now that there is no way that I could possibly get any more dental work done unless it is covered by medical, for the next year or so. Thanks for the answers in advance, and God bless you all.
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any condition like cavity or abscess causing severe pain can lead to premature delivery.... ...abscess will also have the potential for the infection to spread throughout your body and pose a threat to both the mother's and baby's health..... ..periodontal / gum disease can lead to premature delivery and low birth weight of the baby...
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any condition like cavity or abscess causing severe pain can lead to premature delivery.... ...abscess will also have the potential for the infection to spread throughout your body and pose a threat to both the mother's and baby's health..... ..periodontal / gum disease can lead to premature delivery and low birth weight of the baby...
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Becoming an Insurance clerk (doc's office)?
I'm not sure what the exact title would be but does anyone know what kind of schooling is involved or what kind of money the insurance people in doctor's offices make? I am torn between becoming that or a dental hygienist.. looking for good salary/quick school! What are the pro's and con's of each, anyone work as an insurance clerk (?) by chance? Thanks for any help.
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If I were you I'd probably go to school to be a dental hygenist. It's more specialized training and I would think the salary would be greater than that of an insurance clerk. Some medical offices will train you on the job for insurance billing. Wages definitely vary depending upon where you are.
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If I were you I'd probably go to school to be a dental hygenist. It's more specialized training and I would think the salary would be greater than that of an insurance clerk. Some medical offices will train you on the job for insurance billing. Wages definitely vary depending upon where you are.
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Dental for the unemployed!?
Ok, my teeth are not too bad, but I recently lost my job and my insurance, needles to say I cant outright pay for dental care, and I dont see any kind of assistance for dental from the government, like public aid or something,,,so does anyone know of anyway I can get dental care...obviously not for free, but just what do people do in these situations?????
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some county health dept.s have a dental clinic. Other areas have free or low income clinics. Also, Missions of Mercy have a traveling volunteer dental clinic. If you qualify for medicaid, they have a dental benefit included with the medical benefits.
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some county health dept.s have a dental clinic. Other areas have free or low income clinics. Also, Missions of Mercy have a traveling volunteer dental clinic. If you qualify for medicaid, they have a dental benefit included with the medical benefits.
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