dental bridge

What are the essential structures of a city?

2010-05-17T21:49:00.000-07:00

Im trying to model an interactive virtual city/town/community

populated by virtual people with simplified behaviors. Right now Im just concentrating on the essential structure/parts of a typical city so I can make a simplified,general template as a guide for building this environment.

To start, I listed some building block structures that center around human needs like food/energy, water, shelter...etc.

for example: structures related to...

food(grocery store, restaurant)

energy(electrical power plant)

water(water filtration plant)

waste management(sewer, waste processing plant)

shelter(residential house, hotel, apartment, office building)

transportation(pathway/ro... bridge, highway, vehicle factory, gas station, train station, airport)

health(hospital, dental office)

order/government(city hall, police station, fire station)

entertainment(movie theater, shopping mall, sports stadium, park)

learning(school, university, library, museum)

This list is still growing. I dont need to model complicated, realistic buildings. Simple, basic, primitive blocks/cartoon representations of the real things would suffice. Think lego city.

Any kind of info,idea,link,reference you want to share is welcome and appreciated. Thanks for helping.

What are the essential structures of a city?
I think that the most important structures are the infra-structures like the bridges, miitary structures, etc ...

slippers

I bet u didn't know THIS! very educationg!!!!?

2010-05-17T21:48:00.003-07:00

Flying squirrels are the oldest living line of modern squirrels (modern, as opposed to their precursors, the early-Eocene squirrel-like rodents called "paramyids"). Evidence of their relative's existence goes back to the late Eocene period, between 38 and 55 million years ago! Tree squirrels made their first appearance on this earth during the late Oligocene period, about 30 million years ago. Ground squirrels came in waves, with some appearing 28 million years ago (very late Oligocene period), late Miocene period (8 million years ago) and very late Pliocene period (2.5 million years ago).

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North American flying squirrels are not very well represented in the fossil record, for several reasons.

Their fine bone structures do not fossilize well, and due to their arboreal lifestyle, dead specimens rarely were situated so that fossilization could occur. Flying squirrel teeth are often the only fossil record that survive the ravages of time. Attempts have been made, in the past, to identify extinct flying squirrel species' via dentition characteristics, but it was found that using this method alone was inaccurate more often than not. A high degree of expertise is required to make distinctions between extinct tree and flying squirrel teeth, so skeletal (including the skull) AND dental characteristics combined present the most accurate method of identification.

So, there being a paucity of information to be gleaned from fossil records (these records are virtually all Pleistocene Era records, by the way), we have little data to enlighten us about the flying squirrel's time here on this continent.

What we do know, however, is:

What we now call the southern flying squirrel likely emigrated to North America via the Bering Land Bridge via Asia roughly 25 million years ago during the early Miocene era. This squirrel was adapted for life in temperate mixed deciduous-coniferous forests, and migrated north and south with the glacier activity through the eons.

More adapted to warmer climes than the northern, southern flying squirrels found themselves migrating as far south as Central America during the Pleistocene era, roughly 100,000 years ago. Relict populations exist to this day in higher-elevation areas of Central America and Mexico, their connectivity forever lost due to climate changes and more recently, large-scale deforestation.

What we now call the northern flying squirrel is a relative newcomer to North America, having emigrated to North America during another incarnation of the Bering Land Bridge roughly 12 million years ago, during the early Pliocene era. This route of emigration via the Bering Land Bridge is not unusual, as many of North America's mammals, both extinct and extant, followed a similar route. In fact, it is generally accepted that our First Nations people emigrated to this continent via the Bering Land Bridge roughly 12,000 years ago, although there is some evidence that there may have been "ancient mariners" who rafted across the Pacific Ocean

The general thinking today is that the northern flying squirrels came from different stock than that of the southern flying squirrel. The most convincing argument for this theory is the squirrel's baculum, a small supporting bone of the penis that aids in the mating process and is present in many mammal species. The northern flying squirrel's baculum is structurally much more comparable in shape possessed by the Asian genus Hylopetes than that of the southern flying squirrel's. Shown on the right is the baculum of the northern flying squirrel (much enlarged!).

The Bering Land Bridge (Beringia)

The Bering Sea, Bering Strait and Beringia (a term to describe an area ranging from the Kolyma River in the Russian far east to the Mackenzie River in the Northwest Territories of Canada) was named for Vitus Bering, a Danish explorer for a Russian czar in the 18th Century.

At some points, this land mass, which at times sported a rich mixed forest environment, was thousands of miles wide, depending upon sea levels in the Bering Sea.

An animated video on how post-glacial flooding affects the size and scope of the Bering Land Bridge can be found here.

Below is a graphic detailing the extent of the last ice age. Flying squirrels, like most of our mammals, had to pack their bags and head south to warmer, more suitable areas such as the taiga biomes shown below. Once a warming trend began to melt these huge masses of ice from south to north, wildlife also moved northward.

I bet u didn't know THIS! very educationg!!!!?
did you just copy all of this down to tell us? very interesting but didnt it consume too much time compared to its worth
Reply:hey thank. your right did not know that.
Reply:I din't know that, but I know squirrel stew is good
Reply:Very interesting, thanks for the info.
Reply:sorrry!! I did not mean to doze off. Now,what was the question again?
Reply:Do you have a question? And, nice job of copying and pasting here. This sure looks like a copyright violation!
Reply:Thank you for coping that info.
Reply:Very Interesting.
Reply:Well I really did not read it cause I really dont care second it was way tooooooo long for this site. I hope you put that much energy in your school work as you did on this crap
Reply:this is so fascinating. I think I will specialize in Flying Squirrels and take classes from you.
Reply:Just coincidental I have two of those little rascals in a huge tree in my front yard. I feed them and they are becoming used to me being around. It's really rewarding. I find it especially interesting that squirrel bones do not fossilize because of their particular structure. You have compiled a lot of impressive information. Thank you.
Reply:well some people already knew that but i guess for those who didn't it is very educating
Reply:Cool....i didn't know that..
Reply:You are smart

when it comes too

squirrels

I am smart too

Do you love cheese?

Yes!

Me too!

Let's have cheese now!

OK!

Yum

this cheese is so good

and cheesy!

Missing Permanent Teeth?

2010-05-17T21:48:00.002-07:00

Before I had a fixed bridge made at age 18, most of my bottom teeth were all baby teeth, except for each side, a tooth each at the very back. Also there was a baby tooth on the left top side. I've never had any permanent teeth in these areas, and I never had wisdom teeth. The dentists told me I had 16 permanent teeth that never formed, so the baby teeth were still there until I had them pulled out and had a fixed bridge to take its place.

What was the name of this dental condition called?

Missing Permanent Teeth?
"Congenitally missing teeth can occur in two variations, hypodontia and oligodontia. Hypodontia is characterized by the absence of six or fewer permanent teeth, while oligodontia is characterized by the absence of more than six permanent teeth."

I'm missing one permanent tooth, myself, and still have the baby tooth at age 36. It's actually larger than the tooth that would have taken its place, kind of interesting, but it makes the midpoint of my bottom teeth a little 'off.'
Reply:Hypodontia or partial anodontia

Plz help! get it pulled?

2010-05-17T21:48:00.001-07:00

one of my teeth had a filling a few years ago and always bothered me, very sensative and i thought i might have cracked it when eating hard candy months later but my dentist couldn't find anything wrong....so i lived with the pain and later went to another dentist who said i needed a root canal right away! so i did but after that it still hurt (it's been a year since root canal) and now it has had like a hard bubble above it for months...now today the skin on my gum looks white and red and it's peeling!!! so i put hydrogyn poroxide on it...should i just get it pulled? i can't afford to get all the bridge work or crown cuz i don't have dental insurance! it's kinda in the back so you wouln't notice much if i just got it pulled...

Plz help! get it pulled?
You should avoid having the tooth pulled if at all possible. The problem with this is that all of your teeth will start to shift, to fill the space, if the tooth isn't there.

You NEED to go back to the dentist who did the root canal...He clearly didn't do his job right, because a root canal is supposed to take out all of the things that would allow you to feel pain from that tooth. He should fix this, and he should not charge you for the work, considering you've already paid for the root canal.

Also, if it ends up being something more involved, check with your county or state offices, as they can often provide "emergency", short-term insurance for things like this.
Reply:Normally you would probably get a dental implant at this point but it is very expensive and you dont have dental insurance. so yes you should just get it pulled and hopefully it should take care of your problem. good luck
Reply:Best to go back. They may not even have to pull it if not necessary. They would try to keep your real teeth instead. If you did get it pulled, a bridge or implant would take it's place. So that your teeth don't shift and change your bite. Depends on your area how much extractions will cost. Here in my So.CA dental office, it costs about $250. Best to check with the doctor. Good luck!
Reply:Just get rid of it. It saves you the pain and misery of having to tolerate the pain and it saves you money because extraction is way cheaper than root canals, crowns and what not.

Toothaches are the worst! The best way is just to endure the pain of extraction for a few days and get rid of the annoying gnawing pain for the rest of your life. The next best alternative, which doesn't come close to getting rid of what's causing you pain, is Ponston.

Here's to a better life! :)

SERIOUS teeth & headache question!?

2010-05-17T21:48:00.000-07:00

Okay. Dental History: Ive had braces before %26amp; i have a bridge of "fake" porcelain veneers because i was born without my "eye" teeth.

About two %26amp; a half weeks ago I had some pretty serious cavity removal. They capped three of my teeth, and I think crowned one of them. One cavity was super deep.

Aftewards, those three teeth hurt for about a week. Now, every morning, every night %26amp; every afternoon different sections of my teeth hurt. It varies from 'toothache' type pain, to feeling like my teeth are moving...the pain gets so bad it gives me chronic headaches. I take two pain remover pills every 6 hours, and ive taken a whole bottle of aleve %26amp; tylenol in the past week collectively.

I have a dentist appt. next week...and ive been using Sensodyne because they are so sensitive! [keep in mind these are the teeth that WERENT worked on. those dont hurt anymore.] I also SEVERLY clench my teeth every night, i wake up with a headache/jawache every morning.

Whats the deal? What can i do!

SERIOUS teeth %26amp; headache question!?
I had a patient this week with the same problem...

With having fairly recent dental work done, it takes a while to become use to the "newness" in your mouth. Your bite may be slightly off occlusion and just a simple adjustment could fix the sensitivity. Or... you may need a root canal if the sensitivity is so bad it wakes you up at night. If your having pain with HOT that is not a good thing. That usually means a root canal is what you need. As far as the grinding and clenching your jaw at night, you really need to get a mouthguard made. Have your dentist do that or you can buy one at Walmart or Walgreen. They are not the greatest if they are not professionally made. At a dentis about $80ish if its a soft guard, a lot more it they want a lab to make it. Hope I helped a little with your question. Good luck
Reply:It sounds like you have a TMJ problem - that is tempero mandibular joint. It's the joint where your upper and lower jaws meet. If you are clenching and grinding at night, your teeth start to hurt. Sometimes it can even hurt to clean. Ask your dentist. They will probably recommend a splint which is an acrylic device you wear at night (a little like a mouthguard). It stops the teeth locking together and allows the muscles around the TM joint to relax. It also stops the wear and tear on your teeth.
Reply:Sounds like you grind your teeth in your sleep like me. Your dentist can give you a thing called a mouth/teeth guard that you can wear when you go to bed. It doesn't hurt, but it can help with your pain. I hope this helps!
Reply:The change and clenching could be the problem that is causing the severe sensitivity. Wear a nightguard at night. If you don't like the store bought one have your dentist make you one. When using sensitivity toothpaste, be sure not to rinse after brushing. Brush, spit, do not rinse/eat/drink for 30 minutes. If you rinse immediately after brushing you rinse all the sensitivity ingredient off.
Reply:Simple - you need your bite adjusted. I had a similar problem with a crown. After I got the crown, I would constantly get food (meat) trapped between that tooth. Drove me nuts! Caused pain.

My dentist did a bite adjustment on it and it helped a little, but still caused probs - so he did a 2nd adjustment. Now it's fine.

What's happening is that your upper teeth are colliding with the new crown and the crown needs to be lowered a little with a dental bur. It's pretty simple to do - make an appt soon!

Skin

False Tooth?

2010-05-17T21:47:00.003-07:00

I need a pricing variation on false teeth. I need a molar. Either a bridge or a tooth I don’t have dental insurance. I have some cash in stash, though.

False Tooth?
i went to the local dental college, and i found that to be much much much cheaper. you might want to check to see if there is such a critter where you live. the dental college cost me less than half of what a regular dentist wanted even using the dental insurance i had.
Reply:Well spend that cash and get that tooth.
Reply:I'd say around 5oo to 7oo bucks

That's without insurance
Reply:the end justifies the means
Reply:you swallow.. ya retard
Reply:???

Need identification any real psychics want to help here?

2010-05-17T21:47:00.002-07:00

The Doe Network:

Case File 789UMCO

Notebook

Unidentified White Male

The victim was discovered on September 8, 2004 in the Flat Tops, White River National Forest, Garfield County, Colorado

Estimated Date of Death: No longer than 5 years prior to discovery

Skeletal remains

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Vital Statistics

Estimated age: Late 40s to late 50s, but could have been anywhere from 35 to 65.

Approximate Height : 6'0"

Distinguishing Characteristics: Forensic examiners say he suffered some discomfort from degeneration in his back and neck.

Dentals: The man had extensive dental work, including gold work, crowns, bridges and fillings in almost all his teeth, suggesting the man had money.

Clothing: A pair of size 9M Timberland brown-and-black hiking boots.

Possessions: Located was fragments of sleeping cushion, fragments of blue backpack, a yellow-green plastic poncho, parts of a brown sleeping bag, blue hairbrush, two plastic zipper bags, Six $100 bills, one $10 bill, one $5 bill, five $1 bills , green Eureka dome tent, blue-and-black Jansport backpack, green camping pillow, black belt with clinging long underwear fragments, Slumberjack sleeping bag, empty Tylenol bottle, eight multicolored butane lighters, one magnifying glass, one compass, fingernail clippers, bell, spoon, pepper spray, 20 packages of Camel unfiltered cigarettes, Butane stove with two fuel cans, sweetwater water-filtration kit, pocket-sized Battleship game, round red-and-blue canteen, two green plastic military-style canteens, pair of sunglasses, pair of reading glasses, silver Sharper Image binoculars, "4 in 1" Radio Shack game, two drinking cups, aluminum cooking pot, pair of tweezers, package of foam earplugs, package of razor blades, tent repair kit, pair of blue wool socks with duct tape around the toes, roll of duct tape, two National Geographic trail maps of the Flat Tops.

Other: A pocket-sized, spiral notebook with a green cover with hand-drawn artwork depicting a heart and some figures inside the heart, including what appears to be a cat.

The first page, addressed to "Lib," begins, "I should wait in case my situation here doesn't improve. This may be the end of my journey."

"Would like for you to claim the body . . . services or memoreal. Cremation."

The CBI found the next section illegible, although individual words such as "I" and "thought" and "favor" or "flavor" could be made out.

On another page, more text could be discerned, but the CBI analysts said the writer's point is not clear. That sections reads, "Third choice take them up in a glider (I promise not to get sick on you," before becoming illegible. Some common words - "this," "you" and "not" - are identifiable.

On yet another page, the writing apparently goes, "ar on the . . . would you call her...d have it sent...you because I . . . want it to . . . where." Analysts also interpreted a recovered fragment to read, "be . . . er . . . my . . . s are going."

Possessions

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Case History

The victim was located September 8, 2004, by bow hunters in a remote area north of Glenwood Springs. The site is in the drainage of No Name Creek at about 9,700 feet elevation, about 6 miles as the crow flies from Glenwood Springs, but 12 miles by the Transfer Trail out of town.

The skeleton revealed no cause of death and the sheriff's office has been assuming it probably was natural.

The man was found in a tent at a campsite in a wooded, remote location. His trousers had rotted away, but the date of currency found at his campsite indicates he apparently had been there no longer than five years.

The letter leaves open the possibility the man was suicidal, although there is no reason to believe he killed himself. Perhaps he was terminally ill and chose to take his life. The man also could have succumbed to unexpected illness or injury while on an outing in the Flat Tops.

Much about the case is conjecture, including a theory that the man entered the Flat Tops Wilderness at a trailhead on the north and hiked four or five days across elevations of 11,000 feet before setting up his tent on a southern drainage at about 9,700 feet. That theory is supported by two moisture-proof National Geographic trail maps of the Flat Tops with a route drawn across them to the area where the remains were discovered. But it's possible the man picked up the maps someone else had marked and left behind.

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Investigators

If you have any information about this case please contact:

Garfield County sheriffs Office

970-945-1377, Ext. 1025

Or

Crime Tips

970-384- 3625

You may remain anonymous when submitting information.

NCIC Number:

N/A

Please refer to this number when contacting any agency with information regarding this case.

Source Information:

Glenwood Springs Post Independent

Rocky Mountain News

Need identification any real psychics want to help here?
My psychic skills are undeveloped, but sometimes I get strong feelings about certain information.

I believe his first name is John or George, and his last name starts with Mac or Mc.

He was not suicidal, but he was terminally ill, and believed that no-one could help him. He was poor in the end, after spending his lifetime's financial establishment on looking for a cure. His condition did not affect his ability to walk, carry a heavy load, survive in very cold weather or remain sane when alone for long periods. He came out to hike alone to establish peace with God, and pray that the research he financed will help his children out of this hereditary condition. His condition was physical, but it affected him neurologically, leading to mild psychosis including paranoia, boredom and hypersensitivity to light and sound. His immunological and circulatory system was sound till his last days, but there was something bad in the food he was consuming.

In his last days he became complacent, forgetting to eat and drink, and due to the loss of fat and muscle on his body, painlessly died of hypothermia in his sleep.

I hope this helps. It may not be accurate; it's just a feeling I get from reading the above report.

Who is this person?

2010-05-17T21:47:00.001-07:00

The Doe Network:

Case File 789UMCO

Notebook

Unidentified White Male

The victim was discovered on September 8, 2004 in the Flat Tops, White River National Forest, Garfield County, Colorado

Estimated Date of Death: No longer than 5 years prior to discovery

Skeletal remains

--------------------------------------...

Vital Statistics

Estimated age: Late 40s to late 50s, but could have been anywhere from 35 to 65.

Approximate Height : 6'0"

Distinguishing Characteristics: Forensic examiners say he suffered some discomfort from degeneration in his back and neck.

Dentals: The man had extensive dental work, including gold work, crowns, bridges and fillings in almost all his teeth, suggesting the man had money.

Clothing: A pair of size 9M Timberland brown-and-black hiking boots.

Possessions: Located was fragments of sleeping cushion, fragments of blue backpack, a yellow-green plastic poncho, parts of a brown sleeping bag, blue hairbrush, two plastic zipper bags, Six $100 bills, one $10 bill, one $5 bill, five $1 bills , green Eureka dome tent, blue-and-black Jansport backpack, green camping pillow, black belt with clinging long underwear fragments, Slumberjack sleeping bag, empty Tylenol bottle, eight multicolored butane lighters, one magnifying glass, one compass, fingernail clippers, bell, spoon, pepper spray, 20 packages of Camel unfiltered cigarettes, Butane stove with two fuel cans, sweetwater water-filtration kit, pocket-sized Battleship game, round red-and-blue canteen, two green plastic military-style canteens, pair of sunglasses, pair of reading glasses, silver Sharper Image binoculars, "4 in 1" Radio Shack game, two drinking cups, aluminum cooking pot, pair of tweezers, package of foam earplugs, package of razor blades, tent repair kit, pair of blue wool socks with duct tape around the toes, roll of duct tape, two National Geographic trail maps of the Flat Tops.

Other: A pocket-sized, spiral notebook with a green cover with hand-drawn artwork depicting a heart and some figures inside the heart, including what appears to be a cat.

The first page, addressed to "Lib," begins, "I should wait in case my situation here doesn't improve. This may be the end of my journey."

"Would like for you to claim the body . . . services or memoreal. Cremation."

The CBI found the next section illegible, although individual words such as "I" and "thought" and "favor" or "flavor" could be made out.

On another page, more text could be discerned, but the CBI analysts said the writer's point is not clear. That sections reads, "Third choice take them up in a glider (I promise not to get sick on you," before becoming illegible. Some common words - "this," "you" and "not" - are identifiable.

On yet another page, the writing apparently goes, "ar on the . . . would you call her...d have it sent...you because I . . . want it to . . . where." Analysts also interpreted a recovered fragment to read, "be . . . er . . . my . . . s are going."

Possessions

--------------------------------------...

Case History

The victim was located September 8, 2004, by bow hunters in a remote area north of Glenwood Springs. The site is in the drainage of No Name Creek at about 9,700 feet elevation, about 6 miles as the crow flies from Glenwood Springs, but 12 miles by the Transfer Trail out of town.

The skeleton revealed no cause of death and the sheriff's office has been assuming it probably was natural.

The man was found in a tent at a campsite in a wooded, remote location. His trousers had rotted away, but the date of currency found at his campsite indicates he apparently had been there no longer than five years.

The letter leaves open the possibility the man was suicidal, although there is no reason to believe he killed himself. Perhaps he was terminally ill and chose to take his life. The man also could have succumbed to unexpected illness or injury while on an outing in the Flat Tops.

Much about the case is conjecture, including a theory that the man entered the Flat Tops Wilderness at a trailhead on the north and hiked four or five days across elevations of 11,000 feet before setting up his tent on a southern drainage at about 9,700 feet. That theory is supported by two moisture-proof National Geographic trail maps of the Flat Tops with a route drawn across them to the area where the remains were discovered. But it's possible the man picked up the maps someone else had marked and left behind.

--------------------------------------...

Investigators

If you have any information about this case please contact:

Garfield County sheriffs Office

970-945-1377, Ext. 1025

Or

Crime Tips

970-384- 3625

You may remain anonymous when submitting information.

NCIC Number:

N/A

Please refer to this number when contacting any agency with information regarding this case.

Source Information:

Glenwood Springs Post Independent

Rocky Mountain News

Who is this person?
Sounds like a friend of mine who has been missing from his girlfriend in Texas. He was experiencing a lot of pain from his neck and back problems. I will foward this information to her. She also knows his family.
Reply:John Doe.
Reply:No one knows for sure.

Is the details below the most a dentist can charge you for nhs work, i have been charged £300 plus?

2010-05-17T21:47:00.000-07:00

There are now three standard charges for NHS dental treatment. This makes it easier to know how much you may need to pay and also helps ensure that you are being charged for NHS care (rather than private care).

From April 1 2007, NHS dental charges will be:

Band 1 course of treatment - £15.90

This covers an examination, diagnosis (eg: x-rays), advice on how to prevent future problems, and a scale and polish if needed.

Urgent treatment, when you need to see a dentist immediately, also costs £15.90.

Band 2 course of treatment - £43.60

This covers everything listed in Band 1, above, plus any further treatment such as fillings, root canal work or if your dentist needs to take out one or more of your teeth.

Band 3 course of treatment - £194.00

This covers everything listed in Bands 1 and 2 above, plus crowns, dentures or bridges.

These are the only dental charges your dentist should ask you to pay when you are having NHS treatment.

Is the details below the most a dentist can charge you for nhs work, i have been charged £300 plus?
Best go see the doctor who charged you this much, don't worry, just have a casual chat with them about it, they might have made a mistake, lots of people do. Hope this helps :)
Reply:All very good,but the problem is not the cost but finding a N.H.S. dentist.I live in Barnsley and there is 1 N.H.S. dentist for the Barnsley area.
Reply:i would check those charges out....not really too sure on them but i know that here in scotland dental check ups are free of charge for everyone including those who pay for treatment. if you are on benefits then All your treatments are free but that only applies to bog standard treatment you have to pay if you want crowns and stuff.....but i would seriously check those charges out.

hope this helps.
Reply:these bands and fees are correct.If you have been charged more than £194 on one complete course of treatment, then part of it must be private. But they should clearly state whether this treatment isnt included in the nhs costs.Different practices charge different fees for private treatment so it maybe worth enquiring with the practice who carried the treatment out at to what you have had done and a breakdown of the costs.

Also be aware that although it may seem the nhs can provide all your dental treatment, the dentist who carrys it out may not have any funds provided by the nhs and have no alternative to do it privately.

leather sandals

Dentist and HELL?

2010-05-17T21:46:00.003-07:00

I went to see a Dentist with the reason to replace a broken porcelain on my bridge. I was covered by 2 dental insurances. I ended up with 3 unnecessary root canal treatments and $5000 in bill. I understand that the Dentist needs to maintain her life stail, but it is my health she was playing with? I am a naive stupid to allowed it to happen, but where can i complain at least?

People, do not ewer trust the Dentist! Do your own research before the visit and keep all your medical records in your house for your references.

Dentist and HELL?
How do you know that the root canals were unnecessary? Perhaps you had decay in the abutment teeth of the bridge. And even if you had 2 dental insurances, they both still had maximums per year and if you needed 3 root canals and a new bridge, I'm sure you ran out of coverage for the year, so the left over balance is not surprising in the least.
Reply:Not all dentists are as bad as yours.

Our dentist has been wonderful and never does any unnecessary treatment. In fact when our 7 year old daughter had a bike accident on July 4, he treated her and didn't charge us.
Reply:You can file a small claims lawsuit. Get a statement from another dentist that the treatment ws unneccessary. However, its possible you did need the treatment, and you're just not happy to have to pay for it.
Reply:SUE THEM if your really pissed off.
Reply:I agree please if you feel strongly about spending money on necessary things such as your health, do some research and understand the procedure being done. Also educate your self about your coverage too.

My NHS dentist fitted 2 oversized bridges 1st cracked/lost 2nd broke teeth below. Distraught where do I turn?

2010-05-17T21:46:00.002-07:00

After 1st bridge refitted due gum recession, was told to wait a month to affect oversize it only lasted 2 weeks. Asked for implant referral was sent dental hospital on 6 month waiting list were they don’t offer implants and they said referral was for a plate. I had two ill fitting plates made at my dentist due huge loss. I went my dentist again as an abscess remarked on 9 months earlier swelled and caused great pain. I was given the strongest antibiotic made as over years of treatment antibiotics were issued at nearly every occasion. My 2nd bridge was loose and the temporary to final replacement put so much pressure on lower bridge another abscess was created. Shards of the removed bridge were found between my front teeth in the evening. The final fitting was postponed as the bridge was not correct to my dentist’s standards but it was fitted anyway as a temporary to be removed in two weeks. This one fitted well and left the promised correction to other work open. The final fitting was delayed as my dentist had a holiday but it still took an hour and a half of extreme effort to remove, the back of my head was numb for another hour. The bridge was as before oversized and eliminated possible correction to previous work. My panic at its destruction had me call at least six times over many months and despite the previous bridges fitting this one could not be reduced further. A plate was created to even the pressure and be worn while sleeping but when fitting was reduced too much and ineffective. I believed the lower bridge broken as it was loose and becoming worse but I was told not. A last emergency appointment of 3 weeks had me attend the dental clinic as an emergency. I had been waiting since February for an appointment as requested of my dentist but a phone call suggested neither 2 said attempts had been received. I had asked the receptionist if I could attend the hospital without referral she said no. The emergency’ option must have slipped her mind as had the hospital not offering implants though she did state a year later that I couldn’t afford it as reason for subterfuge. The correct implant referral was made after 13 months of my request, the price quadrupled. Decay to the area of the 2nd abscess and pressure to the bridge had broken it. The hospital does implants for car crash victims and extreme cases as a special case I can only hope my luck will change but I am in pain the bridge very loose as is are another three teeth and I need a root canal. My dentist capped every tooth over and over till they fell out. Then the rules changed payment was no longer on work done but on time taken like an hour and a halt to remove a temporary bridge. I have tried to change my dentist but as the shape of my mouth has been lost nobody wanted to know.

My NHS dentist fitted 2 oversized bridges 1st cracked/lost 2nd broke teeth below. Distraught where do I turn?
Unfortunately this is always a risk when you have bridgescrowns ect but they dont normally tell you. I unfortunately also had this problem. I think that you should go back to the same dentist and ask what he can do to help. Other then that you could try private treatment but that will be very expensive

My NHS dentist fitted 2 oversized bridges 1st cracked/lost 2nd broke teeth below. Distraught where do I turn?

2010-05-17T21:46:00.001-07:00

After 1st bridge refitted due gum recession, was told to wait a month to affect oversize it only lasted 2 weeks. Asked for implant referral was sent dental hospital on 6 month waiting list were they don’t offer implants and they said referral was for a plate. I had two ill fitting plates made at my dentist due huge loss. I went my dentist again as an abscess remarked on 9 months earlier swelled and caused great pain. I was given the strongest antibiotic made as over years of treatment antibiotics were issued at nearly every occasion. My 2nd bridge was loose and the temporary to final replacement put so much pressure on lower bridge another abscess was created. Shards of the removed bridge were found between my front teeth in the evening. The final fitting was postponed as the bridge was not correct to my dentist’s standards but it was fitted anyway as a temporary to be removed in two weeks. This one fitted well and left the promised correction to other work open. The final fitting was delayed as my dentist had a holiday but it still took an hour and a half of extreme effort to remove, the back of my head was numb for another hour. The bridge was as before oversized and eliminated possible correction to previous work. My panic at its destruction had me call at least six times over many months and despite the previous bridges fitting this one could not be reduced further. A plate was created to even the pressure and be worn while sleeping but when fitting was reduced too much and ineffective. I believed the lower bridge broken as it was loose and becoming worse but I was told not. A last emergency appointment of 3 weeks had me attend the dental clinic as an emergency. I had been waiting since February for an appointment as requested of my dentist but a phone call suggested neither 2 said attempts had been received. I had asked the receptionist if I could attend the hospital without referral she said no. The emergency’ option must have slipped her mind as had the hospital not offering implants though she did state a year later that I couldn’t afford it as reason for subterfuge. The correct implant referral was made after 13 months of my request, the price quadrupled. Decay to the area of the 2nd abscess and pressure to the bridge had broken it. The hospital does implants for car crash victims and extreme cases as a special case I can only hope my luck will change but I am in pain the bridge very loose as is are another three teeth and I need a root canal. My dentist capped every tooth over and over till they fell out. Then the rules changed payment was no longer on work done but on time taken like an hour and a halt to remove a temporary bridge. I have tried to change my dentist but as the shape of my mouth has been lost nobody wanted to know.

My NHS dentist fitted 2 oversized bridges 1st cracked/lost 2nd broke teeth below. Distraught where do I turn?
Have you tried going to abroad for treatment, it will be better and cheaper. Not sure which country, India may be best.
Reply:An option may be a holistic dentist-look in your local yellow pages

My NHS dentist fitted 2 oversized bridges 1st cracked/lost 2nd broke teeth below. Distraught where do I turn?

2010-05-17T21:46:00.000-07:00

After 1st bridge refitted due gum recession, was told to wait a month to affect oversize it only lasted 2 weeks. Asked for implant referral was sent dental hospital on 6 month waiting list were they don’t offer implants and they said referral was for a plate. I had two ill fitting plates made at my dentist due huge loss. I went my dentist again as an abscess remarked on 9 months earlier swelled and caused great pain. I was given the strongest antibiotic made as over years of treatment antibiotics were issued at nearly every occasion. My 2nd bridge was loose and the temporary to final replacement put so much pressure on lower bridge another abscess was created. Shards of the removed bridge were found between my front teeth in the evening. The final fitting was postponed as the bridge was not correct to my dentist’s standards but it was fitted anyway as a temporary to be removed in two weeks. This one fitted well and left the promised correction to other work open. The final fitting was delayed as my dentist had a holiday but it still took an hour and a half of extreme effort to remove, the back of my head was numb for another hour. The bridge was as before oversized and eliminated possible correction to previous work. My panic at its destruction had me call at least six times over many months and despite the previous bridges fitting this one could not be reduced further. A plate was created to even the pressure and be worn while sleeping but when fitting was reduced too much and ineffective. I believed the lower bridge broken as it was loose and becoming worse but I was told not. A last emergency appointment of 3 weeks had me attend the dental clinic as an emergency. I had been waiting since February for an appointment as requested of my dentist but a phone call suggested neither 2 said attempts had been received. I had asked the receptionist if I could attend the hospital without referral she said no. The emergency’ option must have slipped her mind as had the hospital not offering implants though she did state a year later that I couldn’t afford it as reason for subterfuge. The correct implant referral was made after 13 months of my request, the price quadrupled. Decay to the area of the 2nd abscess and pressure to the bridge had broken it. The hospital does implants for car crash victims and extreme cases as a special case I can only hope my luck will change but I am in pain the bridge very loose as is are another three teeth and I need a root canal. My dentist capped every tooth over and over till they fell out. Then the rules changed payment was no longer on work done but on time taken like an hour and a halt to remove a temporary bridge. I have tried to change my dentist but as the shape of my mouth has been lost nobody wanted to know.

My NHS dentist fitted 2 oversized bridges 1st cracked/lost 2nd broke teeth below. Distraught where do I turn?
It all sounds very dodgy! Suggest you contact the Dental Practice board and the AVMA (Action for the Victims of Medical Accidents) for further advice.
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Can someone help me find a reasonable dentist in St. Louis, MO?

2010-05-17T21:45:00.002-07:00

I need bridges, caps, crowns and extracts I have been told that would cost me $17000. Yes that cost is right, I have dental insurance but to get one bridge is $1500. I need 6 bridges, about 7 or 8 caps and other things these where just major issues that cost the most.

Can someone help me find a reasonable dentist in St. Louis, MO?
Dr. Thomas Flavin, he is a great dentist with great prices and will work out a payment plan. His office staff is incredibly nice also. He is located on Watson right by Ted Drewes.

My Teeth are a Mess?

2010-05-17T21:45:00.001-07:00

My teeth are a mess. I haven't had a tooth pulled since I was a teenager; I'm now in my 50s. In the late 70s-early 80s I had extensive dental work -- 7 crowns, a bridge and upper and lower partials. Now all these years later, I need all of it replaced. My gums are getting bad and I worry about infection -- mainly because I've had a hip replacement and I found out any infection in the mouth can go right to the prothesis. (Oh the joys of growing old!) I'm debating whether to just get all my teeth pulled (I only have 9 actual teeth, not counting the 7 stubs under the crowns), or have the crowns/bridge replaced and get new partials. Also, CAN THE TEENY TINY STUBS UNDER THE CROWNS BE PULLED EASILY -- it seems to me they'd be very difficult to get out, since there's not much to grip.

My Teeth are a Mess?
I am so sorry you feel like you are in a bad situation with your teeth, but trust me, please keep any teeth you can for as long as you can. Dentures are never the solution unless it is the only option left. They never fit perfectly or feel natural when eating or speaking. Plus, once teeth are removed, the bone looses its function and beings to dissolve away, leaving less of a foundation for dentures to adhere to properly. As far as your gums getting bad, seeing a hygienist for regular cleanings (even as frequent as 4 times a year), plus regular brushing and flossing can help maintain gum health. As far as the infection risk to your hip replacement, a doctor or dentist can prescribe antibiotic premed to take 1 hour prior to your dental appointment to ward off any risk associated with dental treatment. Crowns ands bridges do not last forever and if you have had 20-30 years of life out of them, you got your moneys worth! You will need good strong teeth and restorations for a long time if you are only in your 50's, so having them replaced is worth time time, cost and effort. Hope this helps a little.....I know many people start to feel hopeless about their teeth when the dentist lets you know you need some major work, but teeth are a lot like cars, they need maintenance and care to perform at their best. Good Luck! =)
Reply:I've had 7 teeth pulled and 4 of them were broken down to the roots. Those broken ones came out easily so I think your 'stubs' will come out just fine. I'm getting another broken tooth pulled, 6 crowns and upper and lower partials soon. I'm only 29 but I feel your pain.
Reply:Find yourself a dentist that is willing to give all options, cost is always a factor. As far as the stubs, I've had 3 stubbies pulled, didnt even know they were out until the surgeon told me, sometimes they do fracture in the gum %26amp; they have to ensure they got it all out, no big deal. Us older people didnt have the benefit of good dental care %26amp; flouride treatments, we werent taught proper dental care, therefore now we're finding we have a lot more dental issues, oh the joys of getting old LOL If your gums are having issues from your partials, that means they are not fitting right, go in %26amp; have an impression done, maybe they just need to be reformed.
Reply:The trick for you is to find a good dentist with whom you can discuss all the options, and then decide the best course of action for you.

The current dentist fad is to try and save teeth at all costs - trouble is, it is your cost, and with decent inlays, crowns and bridges rolling in at £300 plus each it soon adds up !

So shop around for an established dental practice and take it from there.

Good luck !

Dentists... what is the cheaper and/or more durable option?

2010-05-17T21:45:00.000-07:00

I have a front tooth that is a crown. I guess there wasn't a whole lot of natural tooth structure left to glue it to, but it was doing OK until I started having to wear a TAP appliance at night to stop my snoring. The torque of the appliance keeps working my crown loose, and I keep having to get it re-cemented about every 6 months... Anyway, the crown is loose again, so I decided to stop wearing the appliance altogether, and just sleep in separate rooms :-(

So my question is this - IF (and it'a big "if") the dentist tells me that she can't recement the crown anymore...that it just won't hold... I know I have two options: A three-tooth crown-bridge combo, OR a dental implant. Which is cheaper, and which is more durable?

Dentists... what is the cheaper and/or more durable option?
The TAP appliance needs to be adjusted to eliminate the excessive pressure placed on this crown. The continued crown removal and leaking while it's becoming loose, is allowing bacteria to enter under the crown, exposing the nerve of this tooth to this bacteria. This will eventually cause this tooth to die. Then you will have two options, root canal therapy or extraction. The appliance should not be causing a crown to come off, if it's seated to a sound clean tooth structure with proper cementation techniques being used.

If you need to have it removed a dental implant would be your best option, then a three unit bridge if the implant isn't an option for you. But keep in mind that either of these will not withstand pressure from the appliance that your tooth is being subjected to right now. It's better to keep what you have and fix the appliance or return it and have another made that will fit correctly.

Crowns usually have to be cut off the tooth using a high speed hand piece; they shouldn't be able to be removed by the slight pressure an appliance exerts on them. So if this appliance is forcing the crown off, then either the appliance needs adjusting or the crown isn't cemented properly onto a sound tooth structure.

Hope I've been of some help with this and that you'll talk to your dentist about an adjustment on the appliance to save your tooth.

Additional information: If your crown is loose now, it's allowing the bacteria to seep under the crown and reach the unprotected tooth as I stated above. This can lead to decay of this tooth causing it to be non-restorable. Perhaps you should ask your dentist to use different cement, a glass ionomer preferably. Also we always try to save a natural tooth, which is what you still have under the crown. The root and tooth are still there, just missing the enamel so the crown would fit over it. So, to answer your question, this is the way I would put it to a patient. We are going to try a different cement this time, and let's take an impression of your mouth to send to the lab along with this appliance. This way they will have a replica of your teeth and mouth (this could have changed a little with all the recememts you've had done) which will aid them in making any necessary adjustment to the appliance. Now if she tells you the crown can't be re-cemented again, ask why? There are "reasons" they can't, not just because it's "come off" so many times. That's not a good reason, unless it's affected the margins of the tooth and it no longer seats correctly. Then she would be recommending a new crown for the tooth. No, and I repeat NO dentist will want to do an extraction and replace it with a 3 unit bridge or an implant, just because the crown keeps coming off. There has to be a reason that the tooth is non-restorable. If you can't get the answers you need from this dentist, I suggest you find someone with a little more experience with crown and bridge work and with your appliance. I've thought about your question and knew I had to add more that what I did yesterday for my answer. Sorry this is so long, I do get on a roll sometimes when it comes to something I know, and that’s dentistry. Good luck!
Reply:I'm no expert here, but my 8 yr old daughter just knocked out her two front teeth at school, not only knocked them out but broke them in half, what I was told by our Dentist is that the best option is to keep and cap the teeth, but even then they it will need a bridge or implants in the future, because caps don' last, they only get harder and harder to adhere, what he said is that implants are the best money can buy, there is no messing around with them no worries about them, they are better than your real teeth if you can't have your real teeth that is, having said that, they are extremely expensive, about 5k per tooth, and most insurances won't cover them.

Upperhavingcrownbridge lower full denture in 6 months lowergums white patches seen not disappearing?

2010-05-17T21:44:00.003-07:00

I got fixed upper full crown bridge fixed permanently withparticular dental cement and lower floating denture after one year white patches seen in lower gums not disappering for the past 4 months reasons reply

Upperhavingcrownbridge lower full denture in 6 months lowergums white patches seen not disappearing?
Could be denture-induced leukoplakia from chronic trauma of ill-fitting ("floating") denture. Need to see to diagnose.
Reply:My suggestion is to take the advice of the doctor who has actually seen your lesion and knows what it is. I am just guessing. Report It

Tooth Ache

Why do I have a metallic taste in my mouth ?

2010-05-17T21:44:00.002-07:00

Resently had dental work done. {upper bridge}

also have pain in jaw area.

My denist is no help

Why do I have a metallic taste in my mouth ?
If its not coming from your dental work(which is the probable cause) then it could be appendicitis. Many people get a metallic taste in their mouth when the appendix starts to fill with pus. If the dentist isn't helping then see your Doctor...or hit the ER and see if anyone there can help you.
Reply:blood is metallic in taste

your mouth is bleeding
Reply:It has to be from the dental work. Did the dentist say that you will have to get use to it? He should be answering your questions, he is your doctor. You may have to go somewhere else.
Reply:Sounds as though yu have a viral infection...that is symptom number one in guessing it....make sure it is not strep or staff...but the viral part you simply have to wait out.
Reply:A metallic taste can sometimes come out after regurgitation. Have you recently thrown up?

Stomach acid in the mouth can often taste metallic afterwards.

Another possibility is brain damage. But hopefully it's not that.
Reply:are you taking a perscription drug that may have interacted with the drugs used for your dental work? many perscription drugs cause metallic taste in the mouth.
Reply:You could have an abcessed tooth.
Reply:It's the taste of Iron (blood)
Reply:It may have nothing to do with dentistry. You may try asking your medical doctor. Do you have OCD? that is another cause.

Plastic surgery facilities recommended in China for Americans?

2010-05-17T21:44:00.001-07:00

Will arrive Shanghai, December 2006 thru Jan. 2007. Would like to have face lift by good doctor %26amp; facility.

Anyone with personal experience and recommendations would be appreciated. Also, need dental work - replacement of bridge. Please advise. Thank you.

Plastic surgery facilities recommended in China for Americans?
By the look of it there has not been anyone able to answer this question...So, No...there aren't any that can be recommended.

What's the best way to find a great dentist (without having to see a bunch before finding the right one)?

2010-05-17T21:44:00.000-07:00

I can't afford to shop around.. but I do need some expensive dental work (2 bridges) and have asked around.. haven't heard much back, do you figure there's an option other than word of mouth? (no pun intended, by the way haha!) Thanks all ;)

What's the best way to find a great dentist (without having to see a bunch before finding the right one)?
Well, first of all, look in the yellow pages and try not to go to a doc with a large display ad. You're usually better off going to one that only has a name listed. The larger the ad usually the worse the office is as they have to do that to get patients rather than just relying on referrals from satisfied patients. You won't find a "cheap" dentist this way tho, but cheap doesn't always mean competent. In the same vein, expensive doesn't always get you what you think you're paying for. I'd say, ask friends and then check out the size of the ad. The good dentists I know do not do cleanings on the first visit, you will only be scheduled for a full set of x-rays or a scan x-ray and examination. Your cleaning will be scheduled for another visit. Good luck; unfortunately for our profession, I know this is hard!
Reply:Unfortunately, if you aren't getting any feedback from any friends or co-workers or family members with suggestions, then you may have to just find one in your area on your own. This can be tough. I recently went through this. I went to four dentists until I found one that I now adore.

Do you know all of the things the Ancient Egyptians made?

2010-05-17T21:43:00.003-07:00

I absolutely LOVE learning about ancient Egypt...they fascinate me. they have made so many things such as hoola hoops..shock absorbers, prosthetics, bridges for dental work, calenders that are far more accurate than our own, and the pyramids that have stones with a space so well fitted you can't even put a piece of paper in between. they even performed brain surgery! anyway, there are many more things...to many to mention, but I wanted to know if there are any other people out there that feel the same way I do?

Do you know all of the things the Ancient Egyptians made?
I used to feel the same way as you. I never missed a history channel special on the Egyptians. Now, however, I am more in love with the ancient Greeks and can't stop reading books about them. However, I do remember that the Egyptians made beer. Funny how that is one of the few things I do remember.

I think it is very nice that you adore them so. Sometimes I feel like a complete loser for obsessing over the Greeks. I'm only 16 and my friends are more into drinking and stuff. It is nice to know that someone else out there loves history just as much as I do, even though they are two very different aspects of it.
Reply:yea ancient egyptians were great people really they made amazing things like building pyramids with very simple equipments

and the mummies that still alive till now

Most ancient Egyptians worked as field hands, farmers, craftsmen and scribes. A small group of people were nobles. Together, these different groups of people made up the population of ancient Egypt.

The ancient Egyptians believed in many different gods and goddesses. Each one with their own role to play in maintaining peace and harmony across the land

Writing

The ancient Egyptians believed that it was important to record and communicate information about religion and government. Thus, they invented written scripts that could be used to record this information.

The most famous of all ancient Egyptian scripts is hieroglyphic. However, throughout three thousand years of ancient Egyptian civilisation, at least three other scripts were used for different purposes. Using these scripts, scribes were able to preserve the beliefs, history and ideas of ancient Egypt in temple and tomb walls and on papyrus scrolls.

Time

The civilization of ancient Egypt lasted for over three thousand years. During this time there were many changes in terms of what the ancient Egyptians believed in, and how they lived their lives. However, many aspects of the basic culture, religion, and artistic style of ancient Egypt remained the same.
Reply:I love stuff to do with Egypt as well. When they opened Tutankhamen's tomb and found his sandals complete and untouched by the grave robbers, as soon as they touched them they turned to dust. Did you know some people (not me) believe that Tutankhamen's was actually Jesus - rising from the dead etc.
Reply:I don't know all the things they made or created but I'm also fascinated by their abilities to boggle the modern mind!

They were mesmerized by the after-life so they developed superior forms of performing medical procedures such as embalming,removal of critical organs,etc......

They had incredible agricultural methods of harvesting in horrid areas. They developed waterways to channel the power of the great Nile river and also invented the first metal swords made of copper. This invention obviously helped them reign over the lands with military might. They also developed perfumes and even make-up that is the mother and father of modern make-up companies. Amazing feats of engineering marvels like the Pyramids and the Valley of the Kings tombs.

Really too much to list and so many things you already mentioned. Hell they even created the first sun-block.....(Hello Sun)???

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Need Dentist referral in Long Beach, CA - Know a good dentist?

2010-05-17T21:43:00.002-07:00

Looking for gentle, caring dentist within 15 miles of Long Beach, CA. for extraction and bridge work. Dental Phobia patient!!!!

Need Dentist referral in Long Beach, CA - Know a good dentist?
Here are a few with patient reviews:

http://los-angeles.doctoroogle.com/denti...

Good Luck!

I have a friend with stained teeth and other dental needs that are quite costly. Are dentures the best option

2010-05-17T21:43:00.001-07:00

She has crowns and bridges that are about 15 years old and they too need to be replaced. Instead of doing this and most likely ending up with dentures in a few years she is considering getting them done sooner rather than later. How annoying are dentures? How embarassing are they? Can everyone tell that you have false teeth or have they improved over the years and she will be making the best decision to see a qualified dentist that can work her up for this solution to the multiple problems she has. She is a young looking 50 year old and her teeth have kept her from smiling all of her life.

I have a friend with stained teeth and other dental needs that are quite costly. Are dentures the best option
Hi! I've been in dentistry for over 25 years and the answer is No. Dentures are a last resort. They often do not fit properly, move without dental adhesive and are self demoralizing to a women. Please don't so this. The look fake and take time to get use to. And they limit what you can eat, and because they are made of plastic, sit on the ridge of the gum and can hurt. No one wants this. PLEASE do this. Have your friend sit down with a dentist and discuss other options. Even a partial and keeping the front teeth are better than a total denture. Bridges and crowns can be replace with beautiful teeth and most dentist will work out a payment plan. NO ONE should even consider a denture unless it is a last resort. Losing the root struture causes the face muscles to fall, the jaw bone to recede and they age very quickly. And this causes a lot of heart ache. I would rather my patients pay 1/2 and keep their teeth then lose them and look 20 years older and be miserable and unhappy. Anyone wearing dentures can not eat any of the good foods they like. Anything chewy, sticky or difficult to chew like steak is a no-no. And why would you put plastic in your mouth and feel miserable if you can replace bridges and crowns and look great. YES it does cost monies, but in the long run how much is happiness worth? A 6000. vacation 2-3 years is well worth the sacrifice to eat, smile and feel great. In fact 20k plus is worth that in my opinion. Please don't be so quick to think dentures are so great. They are not. And most people hate them. They hurt, you can not eat the foods you really like and they fall out or get loose easily. How would you like that? A friend of mine met a great guy, dated for a month and spent the night with him. Woke up with his denture under her shoulder. Guess how that helped the romance? So please listen to me and have her have a heart to heart with a dentist and make the payment arrangements. THIS is such a better option then dentures. I promise you that. M
Reply:Boy do I disagree with Marie. I feel for your friend because I had the same problem. I finally decided to get dentures 5 years ago now and it has been the happiest I have been in years, finally I can smile and also I can eat almost anything I want even corn on the cob. The only thing that I can't eat is caramels and gum. Not much of a sacrifice I'd say. They do take some time getting used to but I was eating fried chicken just 4 days after I got my dentures. The most important thing is to make sure they are fitted properly, My dentist kept adjusting mine for almost an hour before they were right and I haven't had to have them adjusted since I got them. In my opinion I think some of these dentists try to discourage you from getting dentures because once you have them done that's it, no more dental bills. Please tell your friend to go for it and finally have that smile she deserves. Marie says that she won't be able to eat many of the foods she would like but what is she able to eat now? Good luck.

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How can I get "pro bono" dental work or denturesI am single woman unemployed very low income & state won'thelp

2010-05-17T21:43:00.000-07:00

About 4 years ago I was in an abusive relationship that at the end I was in the hospital in intensive care, beaten with a crowbar,most of my back teeth I had swallowed during the attack the rest had been broken off,cracked or chipped. I have since then been to the dentist one time when I had insurance, a job,and a family member that would help me out during the recovery. Right now I am unemployed,in a town that I truely don't have anyone that I can rely on to truely help if needed,my living situation is I now rent a room in a home that has no real privacy,and my transportation is currently bus,bike,or walk and I can't do that after oral surgery.Medical coverage in this state that I live does not cover "cosmetic" procedures and dentures,or bridges,caps,etc. are considered cosmetic.They will pay to pull all your teeth but they will not help get you new ones!! I like to eat.So..What can I do to get my teeth fixed and looking decent so that I can someday again smile.

How can I get "pro bono" dental work or denturesI am single woman unemployed very low income %26amp; state won'thelp
Go to your local state teaching hospital ask for the dental school and you can have better teeth than the rich and famous!
Reply:I just came across your question. What state are you in? If it is Texas I may be able to help you. Report It

Reply:There maybe a battered womens program where they will help you to get your life back in order. ask around, try to find a lab that makes dentures this way you don't have to pay a dentists fee,you can just pay for the dentures themselves,about 3 to 4 hundred dollars.In NJ call Dr. Becker up north somewhere I for got the town,he's good and cheep.You can SMILE you've been through alot and your a stronge women.The best of luck to you!Just another thought put something on EBay telling your story,and ask for help I've heard of people doing thing like that.Put your frown up for sale to purchase a smile:)Good luck!!!!!!!!

Should I sue for dental mistakes?

2010-05-17T21:42:00.003-07:00

Got braces on 2002, I had them for two and a half years. Once they were taken off I had holes and cracks in my teeth. Now while the man tighten my braces I told him how much it hurt when he did it.

So later From 2005-2007 I went to the dentist and he kept filling in the holes, I'd have to pay more money for him to fill up the holes. I started dieting and eating right. lost 60 pounds.

I Moved July 4, 2007. when I settled in, got a job etc. On Jan 31, 2008 I went to another dentist and he told me 'The dentist you saw, messed up your teeth. He wasn't doing anything to help your teeth and now I have to pull them all out because you hardly have any that are good now and your way too young for false teeth (I’m 23 years old)

I feel kind of like a slime ball for this thought but Should I sue the other two dentist? Do you think it's a good case? Because now I have to pay for him (the new dentist) for pulling my teeth out and giving me bridges.

Should I sue for dental mistakes?
Hi Definately sue, I am in a process of that for my teeth, my NHS Orthodontics (in the UK) really messed up my teeth and jaw position so I have lots of problems now. Now I have to pay out privately to have it done again, so I want compensation, why should I pay. I am sooooo angry because you put your trust in doctors that they know what they are doing. Get your money back, you should get a good pay because you are loosing all your teeth, messed up your confidence etc etc. Really take note how this has affected you and how now you have to live without your own teeth. And cause you are young the pay out may be greater. GO for it.......
Reply:Yes. And REPORT THEM TO THE STATE DENTAL BOARD. They should help you with this situation.

And regarding what toffees says below - they are not "gods," but that is no excuse. We're talking about BETRAYAL and NEGLIGENC, not innocent mistakes.
Reply:Well..........doctors and dentists are not gods they only try..........to help you out you must .........you must be able to shop for your doctor efficiently
Reply:Get a second opinion about the current state of your teeth. This new dentist stands to gain from having to pull all your teeth and giving the bridges. I don't like to think it, but unfortunately it's the world we live in.

If the second dentist agrees, yes, I think you should pursue it.
Reply:Wait a minute!!!! Don't do anything that drastic until you speak to someone. You are 23 yrs. old and you should not have false teeth. If your teeth are that bad, I would suggest you see an oral surgeon to see if you are a candidate for implants. When you visit the oral surg. ask him/her about whether you should sue/or not. He would be the best person to ask!
Reply:Definately take him to small claims court. My orthodontist ruined my teeth, I actually have fangs because of the retainer/plate he gave me. I went to the dentist after this ordeal and he said "you need to see and orthodontist" and was shocked to hear that I had a while before. I was only 12 then but if I was older he would've payed bigtime.
Reply:So you think the orthodontist made your teeth too tight and this gave you the holes and cracks in your teeth? Uh-uh! You didn't keep your teeth clean, and probably ate junky sweet food (that's why you put on the weight).

So then the dentist has to fill up the holes in a person with imperfect hygiene, and you probably still weren't looking after your hygiene so things got worse.

Now you have crap teeth and you want to blame someone other than yourself.

You have zero chance of a successful lawsuit. Take on some of the responsibility for your own actions.

Purging (puking) with dental work?

2010-05-17T21:42:00.002-07:00

I have veneers and 2 bridges. How can these be effected by purging (puking) in the short and long term.

Purging (puking) with dental work?
The acid in vomit will erode and disclour your dental work.
Reply:Your teeth will be fine, Your brain is going to need some work though.
Reply:do you have bulimia??

the backs of your front teeth will continue to erode and your veneers might loosen

1199 Dental Insurance?

2010-05-17T21:42:00.001-07:00

I'm under my mom and I lost my insurance several months ago because I took the semester off from college. I just got reinstated few weeks ago. Anyways, a few months ago I lost several of my fillings--in succession. Because of this when I accidentally bit down on a steak bone I lost two of my right back teeth (not right away) and one of them is only half gone, some is still embedded on the bottom. On my left, my top back teeth has a big hole and my tooth is throbbing! Directly below it is another that lost a huge chunk of the filling. I'm so embarassed going to the dentist. I couldn't do anything about it during the time I had no insurance. I have an appointment this friday but I don't think they cover bridges, crowns or whatever they do to replace my missing teeth. What should I do?

1199 Dental Insurance?
Don't be embarrassed!Dentists have seen worse teeth than yours. At least you are starting to get them fixed.
Reply:It is up to your insurance. some will only cover certin procedures however they also have to take into consideration on recurrence. My dental insurance did not want to cover permeant replacements they wanted to cover pop outs only until my dentist explained it would have to replaced every 3-4 years they quickly sang another tune and paid for the permanent with replacement as needed. Good luck
Reply:Don't be, I can tell that I went to the dentist on friday because I had a tooth pulled ,and it's been 10 years for me
Reply:no need to feel scared.
Reply:Crowns and bridges are very expensive, like $1000-3000 each. some dental office let you apply for a credit acct aand then you can make pymnts on what your ins does not cover

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Are dental partials annoying???

2010-05-17T21:42:00.000-07:00

i have to get two teeth pulled tomorrow and get partials put in to fill the space. the teeth that will be gone are the 5th tooth from the front on both sides of the upper jaw. i cant afford to get the bridges just yet so im gonna get the partials for now. and i was wondering if they are annoying to keep up with and if they look good. im going to have these suckers in for a few years and i dont want the the dentist to give me some bull abou them being awesome. so if you got them let me know the truth about how you feel about them:) thanks!!

Are dental partials annoying???
Like anything else, they will take some getting used to, but if your dentist know what he's doing, you shouldn't have much of a problem.

Hopefully in a week or two they will become second nature.

Millions of people live with them and you'll do just fine.

Has anyone ever heard of using small store bought rubberbands to wrap around front teeth to bridge a gap?

2010-05-17T21:41:00.002-07:00

I don't have a way to pay for dental care and would just like to find a way to bring this embarassing gap between my front teeth together.

Has anyone ever heard of using small store bought rubberbands to wrap around front teeth to bridge a gap?
yes, it will work. You may have to wrap the band around a couple of times, but it will provide the pressure required to slowly move your teeth into position. You can also purchase the correct type of dental bands which are clear from several sources as well.
Reply:I don't think you should do that. You may end up loosening your front teeth or moving them out of position.

A dentist once told me that my son had a gap between his two front teeth, and it was due to a strand of ligament there.

They basically have to cut it across and pull it out. After that the gap would close. We decided that we didn't want to go that route, and have just accepted that little gap.

Take care!
Reply:The gap in your front teeth is embarrassing, but you are willing to walk around with rubber bands surrounding your teeth?

If it works in your head, go for it.
Reply:Well, if you cannot pay for full braces, why not try the front teeth braces or something like that? My friend has got braces only on her front 4 tooth to close the gaps in her two front tooth. Doesn't cost as much as braces, and it's faster than putting on braces. She had it off in just 4 months.

I don't encourage using rubberbands without a dentist's advice.

Does anyone know of a place to go to have dental implants done at a reduced rate in Central Florida?

2010-05-17T21:41:00.001-07:00

My dentist told me that an implant is the way to go, instead of a bridge, to replace my tooth. But, I cannot affort $3000 for one tooth-- regardless of how long the procedure takes. Any suggestions?

Does anyone know of a place to go to have dental implants done at a reduced rate in Central Florida?
Contact the Central Florida Institute. They have a dental school.

http://www.cfinstitute.com/
Reply:the dental school is in gainseville but you are still looking at a minimum of $2000.

keep in mind though that asking for a discount on an implant is like asking for a discount on a mercedes. it's a premium service so there is a premium price. partial dentures are the way to go if you need a cheaper road.

Anyone has experience with root canal done at a dental school?

2010-05-17T21:41:00.000-07:00

I went there today and everybody seems so nice and professional .But are they competent , experienced to do a root canal...I went to my dentist before and he sent me to an endodontic spec. for root canal because it's a complicated one(had root canal before and a bridge over,now it has two cavities) So,this young girl who said she just graduated , would she be able to do a good job?%26gt;I am scared!But they have a cost I can afford.

Anyone has experience with root canal done at a dental school?
When I was a dental student, all the root canals I did was under the supervision of an endodontic specialist (instructors in the endodontics department in my school). They do step in if the student encounter difficulties.

You should be treated quite well in a dental school. Go for it, and good luck!
Reply:Go for it, nothing to worry about. the endo will charge too much.
Reply:you should be fine. If it's not a complicated root canal then they should have no trouble doing it and if it is complex, then they probably would refer you to a specialist ( an endodontist).
Reply:I think you should do it at a dental school. The professors are ultimately responsible to supervise the treatment, and they are, at least theoretically, among the most qualified in their field. I have had work done at a dental school, and lament that there are none close to where I live, but they are great sources for low-cost dental work. It takes more time for them to do it, but it is largely textbook, no corners cut treatment, and I have had great success with them, and I have had a lot of complicated work done (root canals, bridges, caps, surgeries).
Reply:Yes, it should be as good as any reg dental office. I've got several things done at a dental school (extractions, fillings, cleaning) including a root canal. The experience was one of my most pleasant. I've had 2 root canals and both wasn't painful, felt like a longer filling, but the one at the dental school, the ppl there made me feel more at ease. Also, there is always someone watching. And they were super nice. I felt relaxed and confident. Also, the work was really good. One of my fillings lasted me over 10 years, even my reg dentist was amazed at how well it held up and didn't need replacing (until I got picky and wanted white ones instead, lol). I was really pleased with the price too. Everything should go smoothly. Good luck! =)

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How long can I afford to wait before completion of this Dental procedure?

2010-05-17T21:40:00.003-07:00

My first time skiing and I wind up with one tooth broken off and three moderately loose ones all on the top row and in the front.

Accident happened Jan 12 2008 and suggested procedure still not done. This due to things not working out between Dentist, Relative financing operation, and Insurance Provider not seeing eye to eye.D

I was forced to go to new dentist to get this done. The new Dentist is in my provider network.

The procedure suggested originally was:

Extraction of full tooth, partial tooth, root canal on two other teeth; along with capping them. In place of two extracted teeth would be a bridge.

I am wondering if prolonging this can make my condition worse and more expensive. I am being somewhat forced to wait as most seem to agree that I should allow the Dentist's Pre-determination submittal to be fully processed by the Provider as I would have a more concrete assurance that said amount would be covered.

How long can I afford to wait before completion of this Dental procedure?
check your medical policy. Since this was an accident, you may have more benefits and quicker response w/ that. Good Luck!
Reply:it's really a hard procedure of doing something with your teeth. I once was faced to cure a decayed tooth, and this procedure lasted a month! I have to go to hospital every week!
Reply:You're in pretty bad shape so it won't hurt to wait. In fact it may be to your advantage. There's a possibility you wouldn't need to have the root canals. Have the dentist check the vitality of the teeth in another couple of weeks with a pulp tester to see if they are vital. If they are, then you won't need RC.

Why do I have nose pain after dental x-rays?

2010-05-17T21:40:00.002-07:00

I recently went to the dentist. She took a full series of mouth x-rays and almost immediately afterwards I had a kind of burning feeling *inside* of my nose from about the mid-nose all the way up to under the bridge of my nose.

I feel like my nose has been crisped, dried out and sunburned inside. It's really unpleasant but not intolerably painful. One of the x-rays she took was from the bottom of my chin and pretty much pointing directly up my nose. I can't think of anything else that would've caused this since my nose hasn't been traumatized in any other way.

Should I be concerned about the burning sensation inside my nose or should I just wait for it to subside and cancerous growths to form inside my nose ;-) ? Anyone else ever experience this?

Why do I have nose pain after dental x-rays?
All xray units are required to be inspected regularly, so it should be functioning correctly. It would be possible to overexpose the xrays. These would be so dark as to be unusuable: you would know that these were incorrect because they would have to be redone. The amount of radiation needed to overexpose the film is much less that the amount to burn you.

Is is possible you are allergic to latex? The personnel undoubtably wore gloves, which could be latex. Lips tingling, burning or a face rash would be common reactions. That doesn't mean the nasal passages couldn't show up as the site of the reaction.

Some of my patients have confirmed or suspected latex allergies. We use non latex products in those cases. You may want to consider that for further proceedures.

Another cause of the nose issues would be that you are instructed to breathe through your nose. If you were hyperventalating (who wouldn't with a ton of stuff gagging you?) the nasal passages will get dried out and be very irritated. That should resolve pretty quickly.
Reply:yes you should be concerned that doesnt sound normal to get burning sensation, i cant really think of a way that can be in any way normal

What is a crown, a bridge and a cap?

2010-05-17T21:40:00.001-07:00

I have had my front upper tooth knocked out ( accidental bump with my son) ... I have had a plate fitted, and been told to wait six months until the bone heels before I can have a replacement. Never bothered about dental terminology before, so I had better learn now .... what are the differences?

What is a crown, a bridge and a cap?
So far you have been given misinformation. A "cap" is the lay term for a crown. They are the same thing. The part of the tooth that is above the gum is called the crown and the root is below the gum. A cap or crown must have a root present and a post or crown of the tooth that has been prepared in a peg-like shape for the lab made dental crown to fit on. It covers the entire peg-shaped crown of the tooth. It is usually made of gold fused to porcelain or other metal.

A bridge can be made when you have a missing tooth like you do. It is made by putting crowns on the two teeth beside the space and a false tooth or "pontic" for the space. All three teeth are cemented in as one unit.

This is usually done if there were defects or fillings already on the teeth on either side and they needed crowns. Otherwise, if the teeth are perfectly sound, it is usually recommended today to have an implant to replace a single missing tooth, especially in the front. I have provided links to check for all of these terms with an animation of preparing a crown.
Reply:A crown is a porcelain tooth.

A bridge is a placement of metal infused crown porcelain that helps separate teeth quadrants in it's natural state.

A cap is a temporary crown, waiting in place for a porcelain crown or tooth.
Reply:A crown is worn by a king or Queen A cap is worn by a schoolboy and A Bridge is for crossing a river hope this helps haha.

It is normal at 28 to have so much dental work? :(?

2010-05-17T21:40:00.000-07:00

Sometimes I'm so deppresed cause of my teeth.

My parents never really afforded to take me to dentist whe I was small.

So the last 4 years I'm trying get my smile back.

I have like 5 crowns and a bridge, plus like 7 fillings done.

They are people out there like me? :(

Thanks.

It is normal at 28 to have so much dental work? :(?
yes girl... I am

i give new meaning to the phrase: put your money where your mouth is. i have 5 root canals. 6 of my eight molars have crowns.!!!!

i think i have over $20k in dental work in my mouth
Reply:Get a cup of hot tap water and get two table spoons of cooking salt and rinse while the water is hot. I promise it will help your tooth ache. I always do that and it heals the pain away instantly.
Reply:i know exactly how you feel.....when my teeth came in when i was a kid they didn't have enamel on them...my front teeth were sealed but i have at least one filling in every molar and premolar. with the way my teeth came in there is no way for me to keep from getting cavities. no matter how well i take care of my teeth they will always be like this because there is no enamel. i am SO self-concious of my teeth....i got my braces off years ago, but before that it was even worse. i would try really hard not to smile at anyone because i didn't want them to see my teeth. when i was a kid my parents couldn't do much about it because we didn't have a lot of money, and now i feel like it's too late. so don't feel like you're the only one........it's a hard thing to go through!!
Reply:Don't worry. I had good dental care up until now, I'm no longer covered under my parents health plan. I'm 23 and just very recently, I had more fillings done, fillings replaced because the fillings cracked or fell out. Currently I have about 12 or 14 fillings total in my mouth (from not brushing and flossing my teeth regularly because I am lazy), I've had braces put in, at age 17, then 4 teeth removed to make spaces for my braces. Because they removed my teeth at such an early age, and put in braces, it did some damage to my teeth because some of my teeth enamel wasn't fully developed, it cause a swirly yellow/white marks on some of my side teeth (technical term is maybe hypoplasia?). Also, I have 4 widsom teeth to be removed, 2 erupted, 2 impacted pointed towards my other teeths roots, but not pain, but they said they will have to cut into my jaw bone to remove it. Also, I was lazy and did not want to wear my retainer after my braces and some of my teeth have shift positions. Also my wisdom teeth growing in also would overcrowd the teeth in my mouth. Also, I grind my teeth a lot so they are extremely sensitive and I have to wear a nightguard at night. I also have yellow staining from drinking lots of soda when I was young, swirling it around in my mouth for fun, not knowing it would stain my teeth (cola stains). I also used to eat and chew lots of hard candy or foods. NoW I won't do it, and will diet because I need to lose the weight and I dn't think my teeth can handle more pressure. I also have a retentive pin put in an old tooth because the filling came out and there was not much tooth structure left to it, so if it comes out again, I will need crowns.
Reply:do not feel bad i am 31 years old just went to dentist on last friday to have three teeth pulled out on top now i have a partial denture

Gold Teeth

I was told to have a dental graft and need to decide on what kind, the human frized-dry or block graft?

2010-05-17T21:39:00.003-07:00

I have seen 4 doctors in the past few days including 3 oral surgeons and one periodontist. Three told me because of the amount of bone loss (extraction) I need to replace it with a large bone (block). The one told me that synthetic (freez-dried) is good enough with good results given that the tooth is in the back. He also told me that he recommends that because it is less invasive but if in the middle of process he realizes that freez-dried) is not good, he would also try doing the other more complicated one. The thing is that I don't know the statistical success rate for either one. Also, I heard from more than one doctore other than the last one that the block graft may accidentally lead to permanent loss of sensation (irreversible nerve damge). I need to decide right away, which is the best method, or perhaps forget about the bone loss and just go for a bridge.

I was told to have a dental graft and need to decide on what kind, the human frized-dry or block graft?
WHAT NONE OF THESE DENTISTS SAID WAS THAT THERE IS A WAY FOR THE LAB TO MAKE A BRIDGE IN SUCH A WAY THAT IT APPEARS AS IF THE FALSE TOOTH (PONTIC) COMES OUT OF THE GUM. THIS IS CALLED CONVEX PONTIC. IF THIS TOOTH WAS A BACK TOOTH THAT IS NOT NORMALLY VISIBLE WHEN YOU SMILE, THEN THE GRAFT IN NOT CRUCIAL. THE SAME CAN'T BE SAID FOR A FRONT (VISIBLE) TOOTH. IF YOUR RESTORATIVE DENTIST UNDERSTANDS THIS, YOU CAN HAVE AN EXCELLENT BRIDGE MADE.

How can I heal up a dental fistula without the tooth being pulled?

2010-05-17T21:39:00.002-07:00

I have a pus draining fistula on a tooth where a bridge is anchored on. Antibiotic treatment hasn't helped. Are there any natural remedies?

How can I heal up a dental fistula without the tooth being pulled?
Nope, no natural remedies will cure a badly-infected tooth.

You have a fistula because the tooth above it is serving as a reservoir for the bacteria, and no natural remedies can get in that tooth, kill all the germs, and seal it off so it won't be infected again.

The only way to get rid of the source of the infection is to either do endodontics treatment, or get the tooth pulled, depending on the specifics of your situation (to be determined by a thorough evaluation by a dentist).

Hope this helps.
Reply:Has the tooth had a root canal? You may consider this...
Reply:Ice.

Then Drink Water.

Ice.
Reply:Only a dentist/oral surgeon who sees the situation directly can give you a proper answer. Please let this stay in their hands. I am concerned that infection might be in your head too long, which is dangerous. If they have some tips for natural remedies in addition, then good, but I would not wait around. If you lose the tooth, so be it.
Reply:Ditto the answer from thddspc, but I'd add that this could also be a perio problem and not just a root canal problem. You will not heal this fistula at home, no matter what. Get it fixed before you lose your bridge.

Is there a way to afford dental work or get financial assistance?

2010-05-17T21:39:00.001-07:00

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

Is there a way to afford dental work or get financial assistance?
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.
Reply:there is a plan that dentists can tell you about called medicreit or something like that, they will loan you up to like 5k and give you a year to pay it back
Reply:Maybe a dental clinic in your area, who knows?
Reply:If you live close to Mexico - you can get great dental care for about one quarter of the cost in the U.S. I live in Mexico near Tijuana and cheap dental work is all over the place. I recomend Dr. Carlos Gallegos in La Mision - about 30 minutes south of Tijuana. His phone number (from the states) is 011-52-646-155-0628. I've been to him for my wisdom teeth and my housemate had his entire mouth capped. He is very affordable and safe.

I need to get some extensive dental work done !?

2010-05-17T21:39:00.000-07:00

Do any one know how much bridge work for 4 teeth would cost me?

I need to get some extensive dental work done !?
around 3000-4000, Thats why people go to India where there is quality dental treatment for for just 10% of what it costs in US
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Reply:well hopefully you have dental insurance and they would definitely be the ones to call on price information for that.
Reply:Try to find a dental school. They often charge a lot less.
Reply:Do any one know how much 6 teeth cost?

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How much should this cost. Dental?

2010-05-17T21:38:00.003-07:00

I am getting a 5 tooth bridge anchored in 2 places. I need two extractions that are broken off at gum level.

How much should this cost. Dental?
Surgical extractions: $ 300

Five-unit-bridge: $4430

The total fee would be $ 4730 in my office, with a ten percent discount if you are either a senior citizen or do not have insurance, bringing the fee down to $ $ 4257.
Reply:I just had an extraction last week, I am in Canada, it cost me $570 for the Surgeon and $200 for the anesthetic.
Reply:well i know a 3 tooth one would be about 3 to 4 thousand
Reply:Surgical extractions at our office are $200 each.

Porcelain bridge at $825 per unit is $4125....

So a little over $4500, if you want to come to our clinic

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Have you had a tooth implant w/out dental insurance?how much did it cost you?

2010-05-17T21:38:00.002-07:00

Because I don't want a "bridge". --Much more prefer the tooth implant--it's a molar. Or will have been a molar implant.

And how many visits to the dentist did it take overall for the completion of your new tooth?

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Have you had a tooth implant w/out dental insurance?how much did it cost you?
I have not had one myself, but I am a dental assistant in Michigan. In my area I believe the cost is approx. $2,400 which is close to the price of a bridge. I think an implant is definitely your best choice. People who have dental ins. tend to go with a bridge, because ins. will pay for a bridge but not an implant, so since ins. is not an issue I would go for the implant. I know it will take several visits. I am not sure how many at the oral surgeon's office, but it will probably take at least three at your general dentist's office.
Reply:Implant is much more expensive. What you have to realize is there is the price from the surgeon to place the implant, and then there is the cost the dentist will charge to to make the crown to go over the implant. Also, implants do take longer because they place the implant and wait for awhile and then you go back to have the implant uncovered. It can take 3-6 months from start to complete.

Okay so bare with me i had a bunch of dental surgery done but some very basic questions about teeth shifting.?

2010-05-17T21:38:00.001-07:00

First, do teeth shift down, like drop down when about to shift or prior to shifting out or over? If so why? seems weird they like fall out of your jawbone, so here is the speal, i had a bone graft put in my jaw above incisor and canine( both teeth gone) lost one then otherten years later. needed to replace bone loss to prepare for implants down road, so i have cap on tooth behind it from a bridge that bridged the first tooth missing, and after surgery the cap sorta dropped down some. doc said he can just do some reshaping of cap, well then i got this flipper( denture with two teeth on it, it had pressure on that side on back teeth, and the teeth shifted down also i notice, so hitting all of two teeth in mouth now, two molar behind missing canine and then out, forward from pressue, but now hoping will shift back on own with relieved pressure off back of them.

Anyhow what i dont get, is why the teeth dropped down first, like even if it shift back will it go back up into the jaw??

Okay so bare with me i had a bunch of dental surgery done but some very basic questions about teeth shifting.?
The position of your teeth depend a lot on all the other teeth that are around it and opposing them. If you let them teeth will tend to drop down and go towards the midline of your mouth. Teeth on top will drop down if there is nothing opposing them on the bottom, this is called supra-eruption. If your tooth does drop down there is no real way to really push it back in to the bone. The only thing you can do is to grind down the tooth so it is in normal position and put something opposing it like your flipper (temporary denture) to stabilize the tooth.

If your tooth has moved foward or tilted foward because of a lack of a tooth in front of it you can have a procedure like a molar uprighting which is kinda like braces for that particular tooth to straighten it out. It is really up to the dentist to see what needs to be done because that will not always be the best choice of treatment.
Reply:teeth will shift to fill the space..

don't know why either but once they are down... they stay down

Has anyone ever had a dental bone graft?

2010-05-17T21:38:00.000-07:00

I researched it online and it looks scary. I have never been terrified of dentists but I am very, very nervous about this. I need to have it done on one tooth before I get my bridge done.

Has anyone ever had a dental bone graft?
No sweat my dear. The material comes in a small bottle. The Dr. makes a small incision to make a flap. He pulls back the flapp to remove any unneeded gunk. How he does this is by kind of scraping it out and a lot of rinsing. He may even need to do a little drilling. I'm looking at it from the worst case scenerio, O.K.? Then he takes a little instrument puts some of the bone graft material on it, transfers it to the place in you mouth, on your jaw where it is needed, pats it down, may add someother material as needed, pulls the small flap up, sutures you up and you are all done. I worked as an Oral Surgery Assistant for 20 years and I've seen a hundred of these done. Of course each case is special as is each patient, so there's no one answer to all the questions pertaining to your specific procedure. Be clear with the doctor that you are extremely anxious about this. Perhaps they can offer the option of you having it done under general anesthesia or something they call a "Twilight Sleep". Afterwards there is usually very little bleeding however, you will have some swelling and some pain and discomfort. Ice, rest, an antibiotic and some prescription pain killers should take care of the after procedure issues. You'll do great! And just think, now you'll be able to have your bridge put on without loosing teeth and ending up with dentures! YIPPEE!! Good Luck! P.S. Information is Power. Talk to your Dr. more about what he is going to be doing if that's something you need to know in order to feel more in control of the situation.
Reply:yes, i just had it done recently. what are you scared of?

root canals feel worse. the bone graft actually starts off as some kind of bone powder, then they mix it with some kind of liquid, i couldn't really see from the dentist chair. then the whole thing turns into a malleable gel that they put into your gum where you are missing some bone. then they seal the whole thing up and put stitches in your gum to allow it to heal. during the process, the most painful part was getting the novacaine injections.

nothing to worry about, you'll be fine.
Reply:Don't worry, its no worse than any other procedure. Relax, as long as you're doped up, you won't really care.

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If we go about burning all our bridges what happens if we burnt the wrong bridge?

2010-05-17T21:37:00.002-07:00

Why was this wanting to be put in HEALTH/DENTAL? Talk about self mutalization. Wow that would be painful.

If we go about burning all our bridges what happens if we burnt the wrong bridge?
Then we will learn about 'regret'! (the health/dental thing cracked me up--If you did that the question should go under metal health!) ;-))
Reply:I guess you'd be SOL
Reply:They talked about burning bridges in health and dental?

Why are you burning bridges in the first place?
Reply:we shrug and walk away..

i suppose its because you mentioned about 'burn' which may fall into the health category
Reply:Health and dental? ROFLMAO....well now that is funny.....but I guess you could burn those bridges if you wanted to.....hilarious.

I had a bridge for a lost tooth about 2 years ago. A few days ago, I lost 2 others "next to" space. Can 3

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teeth be attached to jaw bone, same as one could be?

Having lived in Mexico several years, I have my dental work done there because of excessive cost here. And, their work is excellent.

(I just hate the idea of the 22 hr bus ride!)

Does anyone know what this procedure costs here?

I had a bridge for a lost tooth about 2 years ago. A few days ago, I lost 2 others "next to" space. Can 3
They can do implants.
Reply:I never asked my dentist because my partial already cost me almost $1,000.

Get a quotation from a US dentist.

However, I am pretty sure that 22 hours of drive is worth it.

You will also get a bonus of being able to visit your relatives in Mexico.

Is this too much for son's dental care?

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6 cavities (1st dentist only saw 4), dentist wants to crown since they said he shows signs of grinding his teeth at night, all baby teeth $250 each. Also 1 additional cavity, infection has spread to nerve, they don't want to do a root canal, they'd rather pull it and put in a bridge total cost for dentist not including out-patient hospital bill $2742. In my defense my son has autism, he doesn't just sit around and eat candy all day, it's just not the easiest to get in their and brush and floss.

Is this too much for son's dental care?
I would strongly encourage you to visit

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When I was in college I needed alot of dental work but could not afford insurance and needed it ASAP. I did some research and found this plan.

I signed up with them online about 3 years ago now. They are very affordable, had my benefits active in 2 hours and saved me literally thousands of dollars without limits or deductibles. Now that I am able to afford insurance, I still this plan when I max out my deductible on my insurance. I know for a fact that all services are included ex: Including cleanings, exams, x-rays ..etc. Check to see if its availible in your area.

Good Luck and Hope this Helps.
Reply:You may want to get a second opinion; however, primary teeth are very important. They are space holders for the adult teeth. If they come out too early then the adult teeth may have trouble coming in straight.
Reply:i understand. if you have a kid with autism then it can be hard to brush their teeth. well.... if your kid didn't have autism then i would say to just leave the crown and get a night guard but it may be hard to get the night guard in there. it may seem expensive but i have braces and it cost more than that. so i'd do that but if they want to do anything else then you may want to consider other options.

Hope i helped you.
Reply:how old is your son?

i would say that it is a waste to get the baby teeth crowned, especially if they are going to fall out soon anyways.

the bridge thing... i don't know anything about it, but if i were you, I would get a 2nd (or would it be the 3rd?) opinion

also, is your dental insurance (assuming you have some) going to help cover this?

good luck.
Reply:Wow...all that work on baby teeth? I'd get a second opinion. Cavities needs to be taken care of but crowns and bridges for teeth that are going to fall out soon? if you haven't reached out for help, you may want to contact some Autism support groups. I'm not familiar with this (my son has ADHD) but surely there must be some ideas to get the teeth brushed. At this rate, this kid will have no adult teeth after years. Maybe more frequent visits to the dentist would help? Good luck!
Reply:each cavity depending on how many surfaces it is can range from $150 to $250 and if its a stainless steel crown since it is a baby tooth your looking around $275 or so. Now if its an adult tooth and it needs a crown about $1000. And a bridge? And again only if its an adult tooth that is being extracted they should be putting a bridge but if its a baby tooth ur getting screwed hope it helps
Reply:Definitely get another opinion! sounds like someone besides you is trying to dig deeply into your pockets. Ask around for the name of a reputable dentist. Word by mouth goes a long way.

If he ends up getting a tooth pulled, then yes he might need a spacer, depending on how long before the second tooth comes in. I wouldn't think crowns would be necessary as they are baby teeth.

Even with all the responses here, the best thing to do is get another professional opinion!
Reply:I feel for you. Keep calling around and asking different Dentist offices their prices (they seem to vary a lot) and get as many consultations as you can. I know you want to get your sons teeth taken care of soon but you have to feel comfortable with the Dentist. I got a loan for my dental work @ Capital One @ 6.9% but I have pretty good credit. Take a look and talk to them. Good luck.

http://www.capitalone.com/healthcarefina...

Belfast Northern Ireland NHS Dental Sedation?

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Does anyone know a good NHS dentist in Belfast who will bridge my tooth for me and uses sedation ( twilight sleep) for giving fillings.

Belfast Northern Ireland NHS Dental Sedation?
The only NHS dentist I know of near Belfast is Peter Grimason in Newtownards you could call and ask for advice
Reply:I have tried the Dentist Peter Grimason in Newtownards. HE WAS RUBBISH. I was in a lot of PAIN during one visit. I had to get another dentist to fix his work costing me a fortune! Report It

Reply:There's a good one in Bangor, called Livingstone and he's on the Hamilton Road. Good luck.
Reply:Try Ferguson and McCarten in North Street Newtownards, she is fantastic and gives my mum the twilight sleep every time...even to get her teeth cleaned!! As far as I know they are NHS too. Hope this helps.
Reply:Parks dental surgery in newtownards.

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Where can I buy dental bonding cement?

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I live in canada, I have bridge work and my crown has fallen out. I hate dentists, and all I need is the bonding cement I can put it back myself. the dentists won't sell it to me, either will the distributers. HELP!!!

Where can I buy dental bonding cement?
http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en...
Reply:you answered you own question,,, you can't buy it if your not into a dental office. go to your dentist and have him re cement it.. it does not hurt and it will last maybe a lifetime..if you don't get this fixed soon you will have problems with the tooth and possibly have to have it pulled out which is a whole lot harder than a 10 minute appointment for a cement, if you are just placing the loose crown on top of the tooth you will get decay and need a root canal... long story short, go to your dentist
Reply:The only thing you can really do - is go to a pharmacy and buy temporary cement for crowns and bridges. Whether you want to hear what I have to say or not - you really need to go to the dentist and have it put back on properly. If you do not put this bridge back on properly - food and bacteria will get under that bridge, causing decay, and possibly loosing those teeth. I understand you do not have the money to go to the dentist - but it will be the best thing for you.
Reply:you cannot do this yourself! you can purchase a temporary cement at the drugstore but it only lasts a couple of days as it is designed to hold you over until you can get to your dentist. check around with some different dentists because it should only cost about 50 or 60 US dollars to have it recemented. i understand your fear of the dentist , but they don't have to give you a shot to put your crown back in it should be painless and only take a couple of minutes for the actual procedure.

Partial plate versus Dental dridge?

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I recently had a very bad abcess (could have died!) While removing the #30 tooth (rt lower back) my dentist broke off the crown and tooth of #29. She is not going to charge me to remove and repair 29 but she is wanting to put in a bridge. After looking up what needs to be done I am not sure if I want to file down two good teeth to repair the area. It is on my lower right side close to the back and not visible. I am thinking of a partial plate instead both for cost and hygeine. Any suggestions?

Partial plate versus Dental dridge?
if only one tooth is mising, i would recommend that you have a fixed bridge that way it would seem natural.... if your worried about hygiene there are products sold to keep bridges clean

but if you want another option, you could always have implants!!!

I need free dental work can you please help?

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I am 26 years old and I have medical insurance that I pay out of my own pocket, I have a job but make very little money. I have 5 broken teeth, alot of cavities and I have a partial that leaves blisters on the roof of my mouth. I need a lot of work done and I need to get a bridge.. Is there anyone or anyplace that will be able to help me in the state of Alabama... If not I will do the best I can to travel..

I need free dental work can you please help?
Contact your local or state dental association and and see if there are any dentists who provide free or reduced cost care for low-income, disabled or senior patients.

Call your local health department and ask about health centers that provide dental care for free or on a sliding scale.

Your local United Way may also be aware of such a clinic. In some areas, you can reach them now by dialing 2-1-1 for "non-emergency information."

Go to a dental school, if there is one near you, for reduced costs.

Check http://www.toothwoman.net to see if low-cost or free dental services are available near you.

Check http://bphc.hrsa.gov and choose "Find a Health Center" to see if there is a low-cost clinic near you.

Check http://www.nfdh.org/DDS.html to see if your state has a "Donated Dental Services" program. D.D.S. is designed to locate dentists who will give free care to patients who are financially compromised due to medical problems. This is a process that will take a couple of months to get your information and then arrange for someone to see you. Not all states have D.D.S. programs.

I personally offer free care or reduced fee care or "overlook the bill" care when I know the exact circumstances of a person's financial position. If they have had a medical hardship, for instance, I am sympathetic. You can't come in just looking for free care, though. You have to come in with the intentions of doing the best you can and then I decide exactly how I am going to handle the financial aspect. I can usually tell who is actually trying to pay and who simply wants to skip out on me. I do not usually consider smokers to be in financial need, though. If they can find a couple thousand dollars a year for cigarettes, they could find the same amount of money and fix almost any dental problem. Maybe you can find a local dentist who has the same attitude.
Reply:no
Reply:Check around for dental schools in your area. Some times they will do work for less than a regular dentist.
Reply:if youre part native american you can come to eastern oklahoma and get free dental care, i could probably get my sisters cdib card so you could use
Reply:well in pasadena california there are great dentists for bridges and cavities too
Reply:try to find a dental school in your area. They often will do dental work for little cost. the down side is that it will be done by students learning the procedures under the supervisin of an instructor. good luck
Reply:I have heard of people going to the dental schools to have work done. I think you would still have to pay some but the cost is much less than at regular offices. Also in some areas there are dental offices which work on a sliding scale and allow their patients to make payments. I hope this helps you I know how miserable it feels when a person has cavities.
Reply:Wow, that sounds pretty rough. I don't know where you can get free dental work, but I do know where you can get a plan for $11.95 a month that will cover up to 80% of the cost. http://www.mybenefitsplus.com/ewarner

How much are dental implants in Thailand?

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I currently have a bridge supporting a false front tooth. Its fine but would like something a little more natural.

How much are dental implants in Thailand?
Dental Implant is a permanent fix and is a long-term solution. It is also good for the jaw / bones. The doctor may do x-rays and other tests to see whether you are the candidate for dental implants.

Many people go to other countries like Thailand, India and Mexico for their dental implants. The implant cost savings are 50% to 80%. You may even get cheaper rate at other places.

Though cost is the primary criteria, you may need to give importance to quality. There are internationally accredited hospitals and USA / UK trained doctors in other countries. It is a good idea to work with companies like Healthbase who specialize in researching foreign hospitals, do onsite visits and arrange the booking and dental travel. They charge only very small service fee. And they do not mark up the price. Healthbase is located in MA.

Their website www.healthbase.com has cost comparison for dental, cosmetic and medical procedures across countries. Healthbase also provides FREE cost estimate and arranges all the necessary booking with the hospitals, travel, accommodation and even sight-seeing. More importantly, they focus on not just low cost but also high quality. Healthbase works with internationally accredited hospitals (like JCI / JCAHO / ISO accredited) and doctors who have trained in USA / UK. Their website is simple, easy to use and has detailed profiles about the hospitals including pictures and videos, doctors and medical procedures. It is just an one-stop-place.

Good luck in your dental implants! Happy New Year!
Reply:Hey fish - I have a friend who I think paid as little as like $30 for the same thing - - My dentist is certainly more expensive and his is the cheapest in the galaxy - usually not more than $5 a visit.. so, I guess it depends on where you go... There are several on Sukh. near Prakanong - good luck
Reply:Dental and Dental Implant surgery is very safe nowadays. My cousin got her dental implants and lasik surgery in India by a company called Forerunners Healthcare. The Price for dental and lasik surgery is very less in India. She paid 25% of the price she was quoted in America.

Forerunners Healthcare is very famous in India They arrange Dental surgery, jaw surgery, lasik eye surgery, Dental Implants etc for foreign patients in India. I read a lot about them in the Newspapers and magazines- about their patient stories.

They arrange financing for USA, Canadian, UK and other international patients who plan to have surgery abroad for low cost, as dental and eye surgery is not covered by insurance. They also have photos pasted of their International patients. You can checkout their website. There are huge cost savings. As a doctor I personally believe that surgery can be easily handled in India, as the quality of healthcare available In India is simply best in the world. The surgeons are USA/UK trained and facilities are 5 star.

http://www.forerunnershealthcare.com

Hope this helps.
Reply:Dental implants cost between 40,000 Baht and 75,000 Baht depending on where you go. I have NOT had implants, I have used Bangkok International Dental Center on Ratchapisek Road for cleaning and fillings and they do a good job. It's a brand new center just opened January 2006. They are close to where I usually stay about a 10 minute walk from the Huay Khwang station on the MTA subway.

The other one I listed Bangkok Smile or www.dentalthailand.com has 3 locations. Ploenchit Road, Sukhumvit Soi 21 and Soi 63. They are much cheaper but the prices listed are discounted to 12/31/06. I don't know the regular prices.

I have also included www.thaiwebsites.com, search under Dental implants and it will give a listing of other dental clinics that can do implants.

Good luck.
Reply:a lot cheaper

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What kind of dental procedure have you done to have a nice smile & beautifull teeth.?

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crown %26amp; bridge - implants- veneer - full porcelain crown - bleaching etc etc.

how was your experience.

What kind of dental procedure have you done to have a nice smile %26amp; beautifull teeth.?
Dentures - hurt like hell!
Reply:crowning, bleaching and braces worked 4 me!!!
Reply:I'm in the process of straightening with braces... After that I'm getting a gingivectomy for cosmetic reasons. It'll be well worth it :)
Reply:The experience was great I got falsies.
Reply:first i had to wear a retainer for an underbite, now i have braces, then i will have to wear a retainer again, and I will have perfect smile

Can i have dental treatment if i have a metal heart valve in?

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i am looking for my dentist to give me a crown or a bridge in mouth

Can i have dental treatment if i have a metal heart valve in?
Yes, there is antibiotics that you should take about a week before you go to the dentist for the procedure.. call the dentist office first
Reply:That is something you need to ask a dentist, but they will probably tell you yes but prescibe antibotics before the procedure.
Reply:Duh!!! Of course you can...I mean you can't go forever without having Dental work done and a Doctor is not going to put something in you that will prevet you from having dental work done.

p.s. How long has it been since you went to the dentist????
Reply:Yes, but you probably need to temporarily stop some of the medications you're now taking and take some preventative antibiotics before the procedure. You should consult with your cardiologist before you go to the dentist, and maybe have them consult with each other.

Does anyone know where to find cheap dental services or contests for dental makeovers?

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As in filling ,crowns,bridge work in the sacramento area?

Does anyone know where to find cheap dental services or contests for dental makeovers?
You should look into the dental schools in your area. They will do dental work for alot cheaper than a regular dental office because the dental students will be the ones doing the work under the supervision of a dentist of course. My husband got his braces done at a dental school in our area and they did a good job. I have also sent some of my patients there because they could not afford to have crowns, bridges, or fillings done at regular cost.
Reply:try the dental schools, my in-law is going to be a dental hygienist, and she was looking for people with no insurance to do work for free.

Sinus problems after dental work?

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I have had sinus problems, painless throbbing mainly, since having 3 fillings in my upper teeth 6-7 weeks ago. I had antibiotics from my doctor who was unsure of whether I had an infection or my problems were due to an allergy. They didn't work and I still have throbbing mainly on the bridge of my nose and over my right cheek near where the fillings were done. Could this be due to having the fillings and should I see my dentist? I don't really want to as I am a private patient who can't really afford another appointment.

Sinus problems after dental work?
You should go back and have them take an x-ray. Most likely its just your sinuses if that a problem you already have. Fillings is something minor. Its not like a RCT or extraction.
Reply:It could b just an allergy or it could b taking time for your treatment to heal as it should. If you are in pain i suggest you go and see your dentist for advice.
Reply:Go back and have an xray just to check, it's unusual to have problems with your sinus after having fillings done, sinus problems normally occur after extractions where the maxillary sinus may have been perforated!

Nose hurts after dental work?

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I had my top front teeth worked on Friday, and the bridge of my nose has been tender since the novocaine wore off. Just wonder if I poked too hard playing with my nose when it was numb or if this is something unrelated. I do have a call in to my dentist's office.

Nose hurts after dental work?
Hi! This is very common. When the front teeth are numb your nose will also feel numb and most people have to rub, play with or pick their nose for some reason. When the novacaine starts to wear off, the nose tingles and they do it some more!! Now the nose is sore and they don't know why. I have had many patients NOT tell me this at the time because they were embaressed, but it happens. This will stop in a day or two. If you want to, take a washcloth and run very warm, NOT hot water on it and put it on your nose. Some people like ice packs, so try both. This will take time to wear off and you will be fine. DO not worry, I've done it myself. LOL If you have any other questions, please ask. Marie
Reply:u sure they worked on ur teeth and not ur nose ??
Reply:definitely call them.. that sounds odd to me

Can you help with my major dental questions/problems?

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I need 7 extractions, 7 implants, 14 crowns, 2 3-init bridges and 1 4-unit bridge. I was told it would be $54,000. I've been in hysterical tears ever since I found out. I'm so upset! Should I just give up and get dentures? How much do they cost? Can you believe how f'ing much this will cost? Dentists are robbers! I think the guy I went to is the most expensive in the East. I'm soliciting for other estimates. Any advice anyone? If I could just stop crying!

Can you help with my major dental questions/problems?
Hi! I've been in dentistry for over 25 years. Please calm down. What your dentist did was give you an estimate based on you wanting to keep as many as your natural teeth as possible and very high end dentistry. However, this type of monies is not practical nor should you do it. If you teeth have decayed and broken down for a long time, the root structure and gum tissue may not be the best to do this. Also this type of dentistry is over kill. Without a regimine of constant cleaning and maintenance it will can fail in places where the natural retained root may decay with time. I think you should see another dentist and get a pratical workable treatment plan. I can't see your mouth but I would consider 1 of two things.

First, on the upper, remove the teeth and sink 4 implants for a implant retained denture. Done properly, they look great, only come out when you want them to and you clean, soak denture, rinse mouth and return. You can eat most foods and no one will know.

Second, on the bottom if I read this right, you can so the same or if you have your front anterior teeth, cap or bridge them and then either do implant retained bridges in each side or repeat the process as the upper.

Age is a large factor. If you are over 55, I would go the implant denture route. Simple because the cost in this day is age in enough of a burden without taking out a loan or 2nd mortgage at this age. And you only need 12 teeth on each arch to each, chew and smile. So you can avoid replacing the molar area unless of them would support a bridge.

The implant retained dentures would probably run about 12-18K but you could have them the rest of your life.

I am in the NJ/NYC area and the cost is higher here. But that doesn't mean you should be robbed. MOST dentists will work with you and the lab cost is NEVER as much as the tell you it. In fact it is grossly over stated to justify these type of costs. Also I would not trust a general dentist to to this type of restorative, you would need a specialist and that cost is about right for one.

Personally, I would never suggest this type of treatment unless the person is of means or insists they want it. Eventually bridges and crowns have to be replaced and this starts the process all over. If you tell me where you are, I will ask around for someone in your area. However, I can honestly tell you, there would be morecosts here then he said. I would think you would also need root canals and periodontal surgery if your teeth are this bad.

I also do not know your age and this is always a critical factor in helping someone make a good choice. I can't answer this questions again, but you wish to leave an email I will try to help you find someone in your area. If I can't get back to you, then shop around. MANY dentists are desperare for new patients and will take a case like this. Ask for 3 different types of treatment plans and the time frame. Obviously unretained dentures are not an option. They fall out and loosen when eating and talking at times. So a few implants would add support and strenght and you can feel confident to wear them around people.

Personally I feel this guy needs a lesson in bedside manners. No one unless they have money to burn has this kind of monies. Has he watch the Market and how much monies this Country owes? I guess he was counting on you putting his kid through 2 years of college or a down payment on a shore house. Find another dentist, this guy is off the wall for sure. There are always workable options and INSURANCE will not pay for most of this. So you need a real plan and find a real dentist that cares. IMO. M
Reply:OK, calm down. I think you went to an expensive dentist.

Do you have dental insurance? If so, that will help defray the cost. Also, consider visiting a dentist or oral surgeon who will put you to sleep and perform several things at the same time. I have two really good dentists in my area that will do this if you are in the Kentucky area.

Another thing to consider is to go to a dental school. It may take a while, but their prices are usually really good and they do good work because they are being watched and evaluated.

You could get all your teeth pulled and upper and lower dentures (in my area) for under $1500.

A girl I know spent $25,000 and got all her teeth pulled and replaced with implants.

So I think that the dentist you went to is not giving you all your options.

Hang in there and be strong. Just advocate for yourself and keep shopping around. Remember that you are their customer and you say what goes.

Good luck! :)
Reply:Really i would take vacation for 2 or 3 weeks and go to Mexico and fix your teeth there.This is a lots of money

Dentures it`s last move,now stop crying please
Reply:My goodness!! For all that? It would be less expensive to have your teeth all pulled and get the dentures. Wow. Get another opinion from other dentists definitely. You are smart for taking that step.
Reply:Um, major problem. You've listed dental work for more teeth that are in adult mouths. I would suggest finding another dentist.
Reply:$ 54.000 forget it, get dentures and with the rest of the money buy a Jaguar and take me out for lunch and I promise you will stop crying.

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Anyone had dental implants?

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I'm having plants done to my front two teeth as they were knocked out my a cricket ball (yes, it hurt like crazy). right now i have a bridge, but its very weak as its two fake tooths hanging on to the side ones, and it can come out anytime.

if anyone has had them done (or any dentists on here), does it hurt after surgery? can i eat normally? any side effects? i read from previous questions that the body can "reject" the implants and push them out, which is very painful, or that they just fall out, is this likely? and how long do they last?

Anyone had dental implants?
I've got 4, from various escapades of the drink related variety and had them for between 7 and 8 years and had no problems with them . . in fact they're probs better than me own nashers
Reply:Once They Remove Your Two Front Teeth The Pain Will Ease Of In The Bast While Playing Rugby I Got My Head Smashed On The Floor Causing My Tooth To Break In Half I Was In Pain For Quite A long Time Until The Dentist Removed By Tooth And Replaced It With A New One Which Was Fake But It Didn't Make And Difference.
Reply:my step dad had all his done he said it was the most painfull thing he has ever had done and that he thought he would never eat again . But they do look great once done .
Reply:I had the identical problem. I had implants installed. It is a long and painful process. First the dentist will remove the damaged teeth. Then the implants will be installed. This is only the part that is inserted into the bone not the teeth. Then the bone must be allowed to adhere to the implants, about six months. Then the teeth must be fitted to the implants. My first set of teeth where not made correctly and I looked like a beaver. They had to be removed and replaced with another set. This set is great. So plan for about a year of discomfort and about $6000.

Is there any free dental work in the state of Alabama?

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My gf has some mouth probs. She has a broken tooth and also a missing tooth. She needs bridge work. She also would like lumineers or veeners.

Is there any free dental work in the state of Alabama?
Dental school at the university. DMD here
Reply:if she cant get on medicade then no

Is dental work (warranted)?

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an expensive bridge ,already replaced once ,less than 5 years old

Is dental work (warranted)?
The average lifespan for fixed bridgework is about five years. It may need replacing. You could also look into dental implants which may cost more initially, but may last longer. Depends on the condition of your jaw bone.
Reply:Depends on the dentist, but even if it is, there is always a catch to that. You just said that this bridge has already been replaced once and now needs to be replaced again. Why did it have to be replaced the first time?? Why now?? Is it something to do with your mouth, something that the dentist can't control?? Do you grind your teeth?? Do you have a high sugar intake, such as drinking 2-3 sodas a day, chewing gum alot, eating sweets often?

If any of this is the case, then I would say no, it wouldn't be warrented. The only way that we offer a warranty in my office, is if the patient agrees to have their teeth examined and cleaned every 6 months. If they do not do that, then they voided their own warranty. They also have to follow any recommendations that we give them, such as cutting out sugar or at least cutting down on it, wearing an occlusal guard at night, whatever it might be. If they can't follow our instructions and recommendations, they we don't warranty the work.

Look at it like this: If you had a new motor put in your car and the mechanic told you to make sure to change your oil every 3,500 miles, not to "hot rod" in the car, and to make sure to have the vehicle checked yearly to check the spark plugs, wires, and all that other good stuff, BUT for whatever reason you didn't obey his instructions or follow his recommendations. Would it be his fault if your motor failed???? Nope.

I have a bridge of 4 teeth. After a year or so a 2 millimeter gap opened between my tooth and the bridge?

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I am middle aged, so the reason may have something to do with aging. It makes my smile kinda spooky, beside sometimes my skin get clipped in the gap, which hurts and pretty embarrassing, too. A dentist told me that enamel would help, with the cost of $800 or more.

What are the solutions to make the gap disappear? Are there any less expensive ways to do it? (I have no dental insurance)

I have a bridge of 4 teeth. After a year or so a 2 millimeter gap opened between my tooth and the bridge?
I am kind of confused too. Is there a smooth transition from the crown to the tooth, and there is just divets or scooping effect under the tooth? If so, the dentist can use Glass Ionomer (best material) or Resin (looks the best). Those usually run the same as a 3 surface filling. Is it a gap at the margin of the crown and the tooth? If so, 2mm is really large, I would not attempt to repair that at all, but if your dentist thinks it is o.k. to do a repair there are a few options they could use. Amalgam, gold foil, or glass ionomer are all options you can use and they will be the same as a 2 surface filling. Sorry I don't know how much your dentist charges for those, so I don't want to give you a number that might be higher or lower.
Reply:I'm a little confused, is this gap under the pontics where they rest on the tissue, or where the crowns are attached to the teeth and the tissue has receded?

We know it's not a denture, that would involve more than 4 teeth. A bridge is completely different since it is fixed or cemented in the mouth and can't be removed. Is this a partial denture (some patients mistakenly call these "bridges") that can be taken in and out of your mouth?

If you would like to give a little more information, such as can this come out of your mouth or is it a fixed prosthetic, which teeth (front/back, upper/lower) where the gap is located (above the fake teeth or at the crowned teeth or any other information) what tissue gets caught (the lips or cheek tissue) with this, I'll be happy to give you my opinion and advice. I can tell you this, if this is a bridge and is only a year or two old, there is a problem with it or when it was made. Hopefully you will add additional information to this question.

Dr. Katie.....the remark about "enamel" and "$800.00" has me thrown off. The dentist may be talking about a new partial at that price.

Additional information: If this bridge is only a year or two old, and has been causing this problem all along, then it was not contoured correctly when it was made, that is why it's catching your tissue. You should have the dentist who made this, have it made over using a "new impression." I don't believe I would settle for this one to be repaired by having the lab add procelain to this bridge. It would be unlikely that he could get it off for this repair to be done. This should be remade at "No Charge" to you. Don't let this dentist tell you other wise. He should be ashamed wanting to charge you $800.00 for a job the lab will do for free or under $30.00 that is "if" he can get the bridge off in one piece without fracturing porcelain or pulling your teeth out with it. You may want to consult another dentist about this and be sure to check your dates on how old this bridge is. Good luck and sorry I couldn't be of more help. But please don't settle for this work, I can't believe a reputable dentist would even try to do that.

Also make sure to keep the tissue and bridge extra clean, with a space this size it can allow for plaque build up or food to remain packed under the bridge and cause these abutment teeth to decay more easily.
Reply:The gums do have a tendency to shrink as we age. That's why dentures often have to be relined or replaced, and I suppose that's the same way with bridges. Having a gap like you described is not only unsightly, but uncomfortable and embarrassing. However, you really need to see your dentist and have something done about it. The situation can only get worse. I realize dental work is terribly expensive, and even dental insurance doesn't pay the entire cost. Do you have a dental school in your area? Sometimes they have clinics where the students do the work, supervised by a dentist. It is usually slower, but considerably less expensive. But if going to your dentist is the only alternative, most doctors and dentists will accept payments, so you don't have to be out the entire amount all at once. However, I urge you to correct the situation for the sake of your health, comfort and appearance. Surely, those things are worth far more than the $800. Good luck! Incidentally, I have bridges also, but mine are fairly recent. If I have problems in the future, I fully intend to get them corrected. So I practice what I preach.
Reply:From your description I'm assuming front teeth. I can also assume pre and post bridge work your gums showed when you smile. I too had bridges and when my gums receded my dentist filled the gap with an amalgam. It could not be seen when I smile, so it worked for me. If your dentist is replacing the fascia for $800. That sounds expensive. Crowns and bridges have limited duration, so consider the anticipated benefit of replacement verses restoration.

Mine did not fail until I lost dental coverage. I can tell you from experience the base of existing teeth deteriorate quickly when exposed. I recommend you negotiate a payment plan or dental clinic and resolve this as soon as possible. My partial plate looks good, but is not as comfortable as bridges. Save your teeth. Good Luck.

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NHS Dental Sedation Belfast?

2010-05-15T20:06:00.000-07:00

Does anyone know a good NHS dentist in Belfast who will bridge my tooth for me and uses sedation ( twilight sleep) for giving fillings.

NHS Dental Sedation Belfast?
where you live we have places here in michigan

I am looking for a dental school in Riverside Ca that does dental work for free.?

2010-05-15T20:05:00.003-07:00

I have no insurance and my husband dropped a wrench on my gumline which caused a tooth to split in half below the root level. The tooth was pulled out by emergency doctor but i have a big space in the front of my mouth that needs a replacement tooth or a partial bridge. Please Help me!

I am looking for a dental school in Riverside Ca that does dental work for free.?
UNFORTUNATELY NONE DO IT FOR FREE OTHERWISE THEY WILL NOT SURVIVE. THEY DO IT FOR A REDUCED FEE THOUGH. YOU CAN SHOP AROUND THERE ARE A FEW SCHOOLS THERE AND ASK FOR WHICH ONE DOES IT FOR LESS. BUT THERE ARE WAITING LISTS AS WELL!!!
Reply:Go to

www.ada.com

you can look for dental schools around your area or just do a search for dental schools in so cal

For those who have gotten Dental implants?

2010-05-15T20:05:00.002-07:00

I had 2 root canals and crowns a year ago. Recently, one of them broke off because food somehow got under the crown and caused it to decay and weaken and break off. They cemented it back on for now. I went to see an oral surgeon today for an implant consultation. I chose an implant vs bridge because it last longer and is more real. Bridges affect 2 teeth around it which I don't like. It is expensive and insurance doesn't really pay for the implant part. They may pay for part of the tooth extraction before hand.

Have any of you had implants? How long have you had to wait total from start to finish? I have to wait until the tooth extraction and bone graft heal for 3 months, then get the implant wait 3 or 4 more months, then get the post, then get a crown.

Have any of you that have gotten an implant wish they had not and why? or why do you love it?

Has anyone gotten one and it fail? What happened?

Thanks in advance for your kind answers and information.

For those who have gotten Dental implants?
Implants are the best tooth replacement option in dentistry. Everything that you say sounds accurate. It takes time and $ but is well worth it. I personally have not had implants in my mouth. I am a dentist and I can tell you that all the patients that I have placed implants in feel they made the right choice. So go for it and don't worry too much. Also make sure you follow all the post operative instructions so that you don't develop any complications. Good Luck.
Reply:Good choice. Dental implants have one of the highest success rates of any medical procedure. The usual healing time is 3 months for bone graft and 10-12 weeks for the implant to fuse to the bone.
Reply:I got an implant..It is worth it. The "tooth" is strong and no pain. It was weird for the first few months as it felt like there was no tooth there but the feeling came back.

All in all it was a real easy procedure and well worth it.

Much much easier than a root canal.
Reply:I have not had any implants but I have seen this done in an office that I was observing for school. It is amazing how far dentistry has come in the last 20 years! I think it's a very wise choice and I'm sure you won't regret it. The procedure doesn't seem painful at all....the patient was laughing, smiling, and said she felt no discomfort at all. My class actually had a field trip to a prosthedontist today and we saw slides of some of his cases. You would be astonished by what a difference implants have made and when it's all done...they look just like their natural teeth.
Reply:Thanks for asking this question, I like the answers you got. I am also debating getting an implant. I had a root canal, then infection, then Apico, then infection, cleared up but still having problems. I go to a periodontist for first gum surgery and now every 3 months alternate with dentist and perio for cleanings. The last time I went to perio he did not like the look of the crowned tooth, took an x-ray and said there was bone loss around and advised me to get a bridge or implant. So I went back to my dentist and he refered me to another perio who does implants ( mine does not). The new perio explained it all to me but since I have 70% bone loss in this spot I would need a bone graft and the whole procedure would take about a year. So I am thinking about it all. I was taking Fosamax which is now linked to osteonecrosis of the jaw (dead jaw) where the jaw deteriates, but all my doctors have told me it is really from intravenious Fosamax and for oral Fosamax it is 1% chance of getting it. So I search the internet daily, in the meantime I have a tooth on the opposite side of the bad tooth that has been bothering me, a similiar pain that brought me to the first root canal. So now do I get start the implant process, and later another root canal on the other side and then how do I eat, there is no side left to eat on. Sorry for all this extra info that does not pertain to your question, but from reading your answers it does give me a boost toward getting the implant. Good luck with yours!!
Reply:There are coverages that will help you with the cost of dental implants, for example DentalService4Less. You will save significant percentage of the cost dpending on where you live. Search for oral surgeons or prosthodontists in your area.

Can anyone help with a dental query?

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I've recently been told by my dentist (via xray) that underneath one of my teeth there is a large dark area which is the start of an infection. The tooth in question is capped with a gold crown which had many problems staying put (I think it was the 3rd attempt to make it stay in place). I was extremely annoyed at having to go back %26amp; forth with this crown problem (the second attempt came out as I was on my way on holiday - which made 4 days of fun!!). Anyway, my dentist has suggested either having the tooth removed, having a bridge fitted or having a implant done. As it's a large lower backish tooth that helps me chew stuff I don't really want it removed as it will leave a large gap. Don't really fancy a bridge and I'm told that the implant cost about £1,500 to £2,500. Don't mind shelling out for this but is it worth it?

Has anyone out there had the same problems and if so, what did you opt for in the end and what's your experience?

Can anyone help with a dental query?
Being in the profession i would choose a implant every time!

It is a big out lay to start but over the years they pay for themselves.

I have assisted when people have had this procedure done and it is not half as bad as people make out,quite simple really.

Qualified Dental Nurse
Reply:I had the same problem a while back and my dentist said I needed root canal treatment which was very painful....but not half as painful as the preparation for the bridge. I stopped treatment half way thru and just got the tooth removed. I was really not happy to do this but as it was a back tooth I thot it wouldnt be so bad. It took a long time to get used to the gap but it is not noticeable at all and I no longer have the pain....BLISS!!!!!
Reply:I'd go with the implant while you can. If you don't but decide you want it years from now your gum may shrink to the point that it's not feasible. Whatever you decide, do not let the space stay empty. It will have an adverse affect on the upper teeth.

Best of luck!
Reply:Implants aren't suitable for everyone, if you get an infection around the implant it can be really painful and expensive to fix. If the dentist you use now is the same one that fitted the crown, I'd try to find a different one, especially if you decide to go with the implant - find a dentist that does a lot of them and has a good track record with them. You definately shouldn't have an implant as long as theres any trace if infection!
Reply:Yes, not only was I in the dental field but had the same sort of problem years ago. I had the tooth extracted and a nesbit made. It was inexpensive and works to this day. Basically it's a removeable appliance, a little partial if you will...good luck. Alot less expensive than a bridge also.
Reply:Just have the tooth removed and nothing else done if it is a molar, and no one will see it when you smile. Seriously I had my second from last lower tooth removed over 10 years ago. The back tooth moved forward a bit and thus I don't really have much of a gap and eating is no problem. Getting a bridge you are just setting yourself up for problems later in life because a bridge involves having to remove part of the tooth from both neighbouring teeth, turning them into stubs. And it really isn't worth paying up to £2000+ for an implant that no one is going to see. Go with the gap if it is just the one tooth, and save yourself the money!! But if you really do not want a gap then go with the implant. At least them you are not having healthy tooth removed from the neighbouring teeth.
Reply:usually one there is an infection there the tooth will start to decay so getting it capped etc could be a waste of time, it would be better if it was removed.

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Dental Flipper?

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I have advanced periodontal bone loss. I have had the scaling and gone to a specialist. My teeth have moved outward and there are large spaces. My only option is to have 3 of my upper front teeth remove. I will have bone grafts ( since my bone loss is vertical not horizontal) put in and my dentist is supplying a flipper while my gums heal. I am single and want to know what a flipper looks like and how long I will need to use one until I get my bridge. Anyone Know? Oh and this may seem stupid but can I french kiss with one in?

Dental Flipper?
The dental flipper looks a lot like dentures but with just the teeth you are missing. It snaps on to your teeth, but for extra cash they can have hooks added that make them stay on a little more securely. You can kiss wearing one :-)
Reply:Yes,it looks just like teeth and as long as you use your mouth muscles right you can french kiss.
Reply:It is closer to a retainer than dentures.

http://www.mynewsmile.com/dental/dental_...

Dental question.?

2010-05-15T20:04:00.003-07:00

I had a root canal done on a front tooth some months ago, this tooth already had a crown fitted. Last week the tooth broke...the dentist has done a temporary repair but says the remainder of the tooth will have to be extracted. There will be a gap in my front teeth...the dentist says he cannot do bridge work until the gum shrinks which can be three months...is this right...I would have thought it could be done quicker than that...advice please.

Dental question.?
You Have my sympathy

My Dentist is a Sadist.

Sorry I can't help With your Problem

My Advice is

Don't smile when someone takes your photo
Reply:god long time to have a gap in yr front tooth aint it but hey least u no what u want for xmas ?????

all i want for chritmas is just one front tooth lol lol lol
Reply:Get an implant put in after you've had your tooth extracted instead. It's expensive but is a lot more secure than a bridge and can look very real. It can take a few months though because of the healing process in between the minor ops (of which don't hurt) but you'll be pleased with the results.

Speak to your dentist about it.
Reply:I would imagine he could do a temporary part denture , but obviously would cost and is it worth it for a few weeks ??

It does take the gum a few weeks to settle down and will shrink . probably more so with such involved surgery to remove the remains of the tooth .

I had a similar issue a few months ago , but mine was an eye tooth which is not quite so noticeable as a front one !!

My previous dentist had messed up the root canal and actually cracked part of the root , therefore when the crown broke the new dentist said it was best to remove the lot !!

You'll just have to stop smiling for a couple of weeks , probably the cost would remove your smile anyway !!

Good luck with the rest of the treatment.
Reply:I am assuming the original tooth was used as a post for the crown and the dentist is intending to take the broken tooth down to gum level. What you should have in the interim is a temporary crown to fill the gap. Bridgework is expensive and although it could be done sooner you'd have to pay for another once the gum had shrunk. Talk to your dentist before he starts work so you fully understand what will will happen. At least the nerve is gone so the work shouldn't be painful.
Reply:I had the same thing 18 years ago. it took 2 months to get a partial it also was in the front .most of it depends on how fast you heal .if you smoke it will take longer as you will keep pulling the blood clot out and belive me that is painful .good luck and make sure they show you the color that they pick for the tooth they like to go to white try to pick a off color that will match well with your other teeth .

Dental implants and prosthetics?

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I am to the point of needing a full upper plate after removal of 2 more teeht. I cannot wear a standard denture due to gag reflex. The remaining bottom teeth are in a condition that wont take more than a few years before they need replaced, I could wear a plate on the bottom. Ive been told I could get implants in the top with basically a full bridge (new teeth) at roughly 10k. Before the Kentucky jokes start this started as the result of a cuestick in the mouth over 20 years ago.

Anyway the question is for you dentists out there, because of fear and gagging I have to be put out for almost all procedures. Would most that do this type of work take the impressions while I was out during the surgery or would they require I be awake? Or will they charge huge bucks just to put me out for taking impressions?

Dental implants and prosthetics?
If you have general anesthesia, you are generally charged in 15 minute blocks of time, regardless of what is done. There is a flat fee for the first 15 minutes, which is usually pretty high, and then the successive units don't cost quite as much.

The expense of putting you to sleep and keeping you safe are the same no matter what it being done while you are asleep.

Dental implant?

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do you have to be knocked out for a tooth implant...i just got it pulled, it's either that or bridge work

Dental implant?
No yo do not need to be "knocked out"...I work in a dental office and my dr does them all the time. Most patients say that getting the tooth out was worse then having the implant. Having an implant placed is less trauma to the bone becuase it is just a small hole put in the jaw bone. With the extraction there's pushing, pulling, and other movements that put a lot of pressure on the bone and that's why most have so much pain and swelling afer a removal. You don't have to go to a oral surgeon my dr is a general dentist who also specializes in oral surgerys. Just ask around. That's the best way to find out about dentists. Good Luck and remember it's not that bad
Reply:You should be asking the experts.

UK has banned dentists using anesthetics
Reply:No but I personally would rather be. The dentist will give you anesthetic options, you are basically getting a screw put into your skull, so perhaps being 'under' for the procedure is preferable. Some people cannot be put under for one reason or another, so they are given local anesthesia instead.
Reply:The best beat is to be knocked out unless you want to here a lot of

noises and see a lot of blood. Depending on your age (the younger, you wouldn't want bridge work. It would need to be done over in 20-40 years) you would want an implant, I plan to get one and I'm 23, Expensive Though!!!!
Reply:No, you don't have to be knocked out. I had two put in last year and they are great. Make sure that you go to a highly recommended oral surgeon for the implant part of the proceedure. One that works out of a hospital is the way to go. They have the latest techniques and specialize in these areas.

My implant was necessary because of a failed bridge. It lasted 7 years. Little did I know that a bridge can take around 40 lbs. of pressure, your real teeth can take around 80 lbs. of pressure and implants can handle around 75 lbs. of pressure. If I would have known that earlier, I would have had the implant done before that bridge.

Good Luck!
Reply:I don't think you have to be knocked out but it's optional. If you have large fillings in the teeth next to the empty space i would suggest the bridge.

good luck
Reply:When you put a dental implant, the procedure is done through local anesthetics (needle), but you stay wide awake.

The same for a bridge, which is also done through local anesthetics.
Reply:Kristylee is right. at this point, the tooth is out. that most likely was the worst part. an implant is a fairly straightforward procedure and you most likely will have little discomfort afterwards.

Good Luck

RDH in WA

Tooth Ache

Dental implant - is it worth it???

2010-05-15T20:04:00.000-07:00

I was told this morning that after filings, a root canal, and several crowns that my upper second molar (15) can not be saved anymore. I have had a realtively healthy mouth except for this tooth, but I am congenitally missing my upper first molars so the loss of this tooth would leave me molarless on the top left.

Is that really an issue? The only option I have been given is an implant that would require both bone grafting and a sinus lift as well as cost me $6000 out of pocket (that is with some help from insurance) and take a year and a half to complete. When you add up the time, money, and risk, I'm not sure that I really need that tooth. While neither the dentist or the periodontist brought up a bridge, everything I read indicates that I would have to damage two perfectly health teeth to do that, so I don't see any other options. Anyone out there have any advice? Right know I have not had the tooth extracted yet and the perio says I can go several months with a temporary on

Dental implant - is it worth it???
From what you are saying a bridge would not be an option for you. With your tooth being a molar (15) and with you missing number (14) there is no option for a bridge that would be a lasting solution. Sometimes dentists will crown the existing tooth, and then put a fake tooth in front of or behind it. This type of two unit bridge is called a cantilever bridge and is not usually rec'd for molars because of the tremendous pressure that is put on them. With this type of bridge they would have to crown number 13 and put a fake tooth in the place of fifteen. Since you are missing number fourteen is number fifteen right next to thirteen? I am assuming that it is since you never had number fourteen so I would assume that number fifteen moved into fourteen's place. Now to the implant. Yes it is prob. worth it. Only you can decide that however if you don't put an implant in this place your other teeth will shift on the upper. Also the molar on the bottom that "matches" and meets number fifteen (18 or 19 depending on how your mouth is) will eventually "supererupt" because there is not any tooth occluding it keeping it in. People don't realize this, but if you don't have matching, meeting teeth on the top and bottom, then these teeth that don't have a "mate" to occlude against will eventually keep growing in and possibly fall out. This does not happen overnight, it takes some time depending on your mouth. I have two implants (#2 and 20) and I love them. I have had no problems. I did not have to have a sinus lift for the upper, however I am in a small minority. If you don't want to invest in an implant yet, ask about a partial for this tooth, or possibly a space maintainer to buy you some time and a chance to save your money. Personally I would try the implant, but only you can answer if that is the right choice. Good luck. On a side not if you are a smoker, or do not take good care of your teeth than an implant may not be the choice for you. They have a fifty percent failure rate in heavy smokers, and people with a history of not taking care of their teeth. However this does not sound like you, as you have invested so much in this one tooth.
Reply:With all you are dealing with, I'm not sure what the BEST option would be in your case, but you definitely need a bridge or implant. The lower left molar needs to have an opposing tooth or it could begin to shift out of position.

You should probably have your dentist and periodontist get together, then discuss all possible options with you, so that they can help you make the best decision.
Reply:You can not have a bridge there. Someone previously explained why. If you don't want an implant you could get a removable partial. It would snap in and out of your mouth like a retainer. It is much cheaper. Your regular dentist should have given you this option. It's not preferred because of having something that isn't fixed in your mouth but it is an acceptable treatment alternative.

A question for dentists, dental nurses etc?

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I have recently had a tooth out at the side and am currently wearing a partial denture. The tooth next to this tooth needs a crown. The dentist has said she will do a root canal treatment on the tooth and put in a temporary crown. In 6 months time she will fit the permanent crown and do bridge work for the missing tooth. My question is, as the tooth that needs the crown is not at all obvious when I smile, why do I need the temporary crown? Wouldn't it be better to go for the permanent crown and bridge in six months? Also, why do I have to wait 6 months. This is all to be done on the NHS.

A question for dentists, dental nurses etc?
you would have to have a temporary crown fitted for several reasons to keep the tooth from over erupting and to maintain the bite and space between the teeth to fit the pontic (false bridge tooth)

as you have recently had the tooth out your gum will shrink due to the loss of bone socket, if you had a bridge fitted now the gum would shrink and your new tooth would have a big gap under it. so leaving it for 6 months would be the correct procedure to ensure you get a long life out of the bridge and a good fit after the gum has healed completely.

Bridges are possible on the NHS especially if you have good oral hygiene and you only have one gap in the mouth.

i hope this is of help
Reply:think yourelve lucky i've just been told that nhs isn't funding bridges any more please tell dentists name and address as i have a bridge that needs repairing
Reply:Im not sure why you have to wait this long, but that is how long to takes to have anything done by the NHS. I had a ganglion on my wrist and was told that i had to wait nearly 5 months to have it removed.

In the end i never bothered and it went down on it own. The NHS is in a bad state as it is, so 6 months is standard practise!
Reply:Even though you won't see the tooth, you will need a crown because the dentist will have the tooth drilled down to a stub to fit the partial and permanent crown. It is not unusual for it to take 6 months for the partial and the crown since the impressions are sent to outside labs which are busy. Good luck.
Reply:After a root treatment,the tooth becomes brittle because it is basically dead,the temp crown will protect this important tooth which will anchor your bridge. The gum will recede down where your tooth was extracted, so 6 months is needed for the gum to settle otherwise you will be left with a gap under your bridge where food can collect and cause damage. I t sounds like you have good dentist,trust him/her!

Dental Implant, questions, concerns?

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I realize alot of this needs to be gone over with the surgeon performing the implant, if I decide to go this route.

Back history. Broke one front tooth, fractured the other when I was 11. Had crowns put in. Fast forward 10 years, the tooth that had broken initially re-broke underneath the crown, my dentist says he thinks it failed due to microfractures from the impact of the original break. So we go over the options. He tells me that he couldn't gaurentee how long a post/crown would last due to my particular case (deep bite, bruxisim, condition of the remaining tooth). He grinds down the tooth to the gum line and removes some of the gutta percha to seat a temporary post/crown. The remaining tooth fractures.

I otherwise have a healthy jaw. A crown or a bridge isn't ideal in this situation, and I was too distraught after finding out that an implant is the best option.

What have been your experiences with implants? What kind of implant? What are the risks? What is the recovery time?

Dental Implant, questions, concerns?
Implants fuse to the bone and are THE best alternative in dentistry today, especially in cases like yours. Healing time, depending on the implant used (Oral Surgeon will decide the type) can be ready to load a crown from 3-6 mos. A temporary flipper (acrylic partial) can be used in the interim.

If you are considering braces, get in for a consult as soon as possible to discuss where the implant should be placed and how all this will line up with your current dentition situation.

Bruxism- why has your current dentist not recommend/or made you an appliance to wear to help alleviate this condition?????
Reply:eather get the implant or i'ther put up or shut up
Reply:A friend of mine has an implant from around 15 years ago, and it has not been a problem. I've gotten a root canal about ten years ago. No problem with it. The dentist who gave it to me said it should last five years. Another dentist says that they can last forever. I prefer porcelain veneers on the front instead of crowns. They look more normal. I believe that the implants will be great. You may or may not need to check his references.
Reply:I think implants are a waste of money. You body may later reject the implant or even pressure may cause you to lose. Yes I agree all dental surgeons will argue me on this, but i am against it. I have seen them only make money doing it now,and a few years down the line after losing it,getting you to do a bone graft to refill area of implant lost and then redo the implant again. More money.

I am dental assistant. hehe
Reply:At your age a implant would be your best bet. They're permanent and stable. The chance of failing is extremely small. A bridge ends up damaging the supporting teeth.
Reply:Please do not listen to people like laurabird - who I seriously doubt is a dental assistant. Her information is completely wrong.

When done by a qualified dentist, an implant is the best way to replace a missing tooth. Your dentist should discuss your case with both the oral surgeon (or in some cases, periodontist) and an orthodontist to make sure you will get the best final result.

An implant can last your entire lifetime, where a bridge or crown will usually be replaced once or twice. Over the period of several years, an implant is more cost-effective.

The process works like this: a surgeon removes what is left of the root structure of the tooth. A titanium post is inserted into the bone and a healing cap is placed over it. In 5 to 6 months, your bone tissue integrates the titanium device and it becomes a substitute for the tooth root. During this time, you will have a temporary tooth (the flipper mentioned above).

After the healing process is complete, the cap will be removed and a crown will be placed on the titanium post. It will look natural, and will be as strong as your natural tooth.

Most people have this procedure with only local anesthetic and are fine afterwards.

Your case is complex because of your bruxism and desire to move teeth. Hopefully, your dentist will use his/her network of specialists to coordinate the perfect treatment for you.

BTW, implants are not "new" or experimental. They have been around for a long time and have been shown to be very reliable.
Reply:I have had three implants for close to two years.

The most important thing is to find a dentist that specializes in implant placement. This usually precludes general dentists but not always. Most dentists can take a weekend course in implants and hang a sign out on Monday advertising Implants.

Seek out a specialist (Periodontist) who does surgery and implants.

Experience: Good -- you can't tell they're not your real teeth,

they function exactly the same way, feel the same way.

No special treatment is required, just normal brushing and flossing. Adjacent teeth are not affected like bridges.

Hopefully they will last a lifetime.

Downside: Expensive, time consuming, Mega-Expensive if there is not enough supporting bone and a bone graft is required. I needed that for one of them. Plus time to implant placement goes up by about 6 months.

Pain/Recovery: About as much as having a cavity filled, little

novocaine, little bit of gum removed, bone smoothed, implant screw placed, about 20 minutes.

The success rate will go up if the implant is unloaded (implant is placed but abutment and crown are not) for a longer period of time. My experience says leave the implant in unloaded for about 7 months then have the abutment and crown placed.

This usually works out well with dental insurance since you can get the implant in the middle of the year then have the crown done the following January and insurance will cover some/most of it.

I kinda doubt that person masquerading as a dental professional was one. Every thing I ever read said when there's a option between implants and something else implants were the "hands down" winner.

Is my post dental procedure pain an infection?

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5 days ago I had a bridge holding a "fake" tooth removed from the back of my mouth. The bridge served to hold the fake tooth in place of my missing last molar which I never had. Since than I have developed a sore in the back of my mouth that is very painful, so much so that it is keeping me up at night. I feel the pain all the way through my lower bottom teeth. Could the sore be infected? My dentist prescribed Cephalexin plus Ibuprofen. I really don't like taking antibodics unless I have to. Do I need to start taking them or could the pain not be bacterial related? I have been taking ibuprofen through out the week for pain.

Is my post dental procedure pain an infection?
Your dentist prescribed antibiotics for a reason, to use them.

I suggest you contact your dentist and discuss this matter with him, if an infection has spread into your jaw then you may need more than the antibiotics he has prescribed. The infection may need to be drained and the site cleaned. The only cure for serious jaw infection is removal of the infected bone, get it checked out before it reaches that stage.
Reply:Do as you are told by the dentist.
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Reply:You better go back to the doctor to have him look at it. You should have been taking the medication he prescribed. They give you antibiotics to prevent infection after a proceedure. By not taking them you take a huge risk. Infections in the mouth area can become very serious if not treated quickly.

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Question about dental work?

2010-05-15T20:02:00.003-07:00

I need to either have a root canal re-treated or pulled and have a bridge in place instead. Does anybody know how much a bridge costs? The root canal re-treated is about 500.00 after insurance. Can anybody help?

Question about dental work?
For a 3-unit bridge it will cost anywhere from about $1500-$3600 depending on where you live in the U.S. My advice is to do whatever you can to save your natural tooth... if the tooth can be saved by doing another root canal, then go with that option.
Reply:Bridges range from $1,500 - $2,000

Please help! Dental question. Really scared.?

2010-05-15T20:02:00.002-07:00

Okay here's the situation. I got a root canal two weeks ago. I was eating lunch today and my tooth chipped. The filling was still intact. I went into the dentist and they said it looked fine and that I shouldn't worry about it. I came home and ate again and now the filling is gone. I'm worried that too much of my tooth is gone and that I won't be able to have the crown put on. About half of the front part of the tooth is gone and the inside. Some of the filling is still left but not much. If anybody could shed some light and ease my worries about how much of the tooth is needed to do the crown and also can they redo the filling? Also what are my options if they can't fix it? I'm thinking extraction and a bridge. By the way this is my top second molar from the back on the right. How much do bridges run and also are there any other options such as dentures? or anything else? Please help. My dentist is already closed for the weekend and I am really worrying about the cost of this. Thanks!

Please help! Dental question. Really scared.?
They should be able to put a crown. I don't think crowns have fillings. Implants appear to be the best but are like $3,000 unless insurance can help or if there's any way he can come down on the price. That's why I think Dentistry is way to overrated because they make it way to impractical to fix your darn teeth! =%26lt;)
Reply:ah they put post in thier for a crown too be set too!
Reply:yea you should be fine.

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Do dental schools often do dental implants?

2010-05-15T20:02:00.001-07:00

I mean the permanent replacement for a lost tooth, not a bridge or denture...

Do dental schools often do dental implants?
I can tell you that the dental school that I attended myself (Medical College of Georgia) does provide permanent dental implants.
Reply:Some may, I not promise, call around.

How an implant work, you need enough bone mass first. If, not, they can graft bone to the area. Then they basically put a screw into the bone and put a cap/crown on it.

This a short explain in street terms.
Reply:Yes dental colleges do EVERYTHING. Go to ADA.org and check out all the local colleges for your state. And then call and make an appointment (they may not reopen until september though because the semester has ended).
Reply:I think most dental schools offer permanent implants. I am attending dental school in San Francisco, and can say that both of the dental schools here do them routinely.

Dental Question???

2010-05-15T20:02:00.000-07:00

My temporary bridge came off and my question is do i need it? It feels a lot better without it. My permanent bridge will be here in 3 weeks.

Dental Question???
Yes, you do need the temporary bridge. The provisional bridge protects the teeth under it from decay, and holds the teeth in place.

If you have been without the temp for an extended period of time, the teeth will be susceptible to decay, and may move slightly or rise out of their sockets. When that happens, the permanent bridge will not fit when it comes back from the lab.

Go back to your dentist and have the temp re-adjusted if it does not feel right, and have it re-cemented.
Reply:Yes you need to protect that tooth from getting decay and carries' (aka: cavities)

Dental? I have 4 missing teeth one on one side of my mouth and 3 in a row on the other side.?

2010-05-15T20:01:00.003-07:00

How much for a bridge? Is their such thing as one bridge for the one tooth and will I be charged for all 4 seperate or is it one set fee for the 3 teeth thats missing in a row and the single on on the opposite side? Thanks

Dental? I have 4 missing teeth one on one side of my mouth and 3 in a row on the other side.?
Sounds like you need 2 bridges: one for one missing tooth and one for the 3 missing teeth. I would say a total of 2400-2600 for the porcelain fused metal bridge with one missing tooth.

One single tooth usually cost $800-900.

But probably they have to prepare you the teeth on which the bridge will stay and that means root canals. Thise cost another $700-800.

It's expensive in the states.

I done my dental work in Europe. For a 10 teeth bridge fixed on 4 teeth I gave only $1500. The root canals were free since my dental work was so big.
Reply:what happened?
Reply:They will most likely charge you for the whole thing. Unless you only want some of it done. A bridge has to go between teeth, they might offer implants. Get an estimate first from a couple different dentists. Some will try to sell you everything under the sun to get it fixed. Others will just do what is necessary so you are healthy.

Wisdom teeht extraction.?

2010-05-15T20:01:00.002-07:00

On thursday I am having all 4 of my wisdom teeth extracted. 2 are simple extractions because teeth came through. Other 2 are impacted. also having another tooth removed that broke so I can have a dental bridge. Is this all realy painful. I am due back to work on saturday. Shoul I be able to go?

Wisdom teeht extraction.?
I just had all 4 of mine removed a year ago and 2 of them were impacted as well. It's definitely not a fun time, but it really isn't horrible. It is painful, especially once the anesthesia has worn off. It gets progressively better though. I'd say the first 2 days you'll probably be a mess, but by Saturday you should be fine for work. Maybe some minor aching and swelling left, but I think you'll be good by then.

Goodluck! You'll be fine! :o)
Reply:i got two pulled out ... they put me under sedation... i was kinda out of it for two days or so... my mouth was sore and talking prevailed a little problem for a few days... good luck with that
Reply:You will probably be unconscious during the operation so you will not feel much pain. There will be some soreness afterwards. Yes, you should be able to go to work on Saturday but you will still have to be on top of your rinsing and antibiotics. No straws!!!
Reply:People react differently. I had all 4 of mine out too, and all 4 were impacted. I probably would not have been ready to go back to work/school that quickly, personally, especially because I was on pain killers that made me a bit woozy. It's not super painful... but it's pretty achy i would say, and you'll feel a lot better if you just give yourself time to rest. I ate ice cream and pudding and watched movies for a few days. But I also know some people that were ready to go back to work in 2 days. It prob took me about 3-4 days to recover.
Reply:You will need some pain medication for several days. Be sure to tell your dentist/oral surgeon about your work requirements so he will be sure to prescribe the proper medication for you. You shouldn't have a problem with working Saturday unless your work requires a lot of talking.
Reply:Hi, I'm a dentist.

The first question I would ask you is your age. If you are younger than 25, you would probably be ok to go back to work in a few days. If you're older than 25, expect to be out for a week or more. The body takes longer to heal as you get older.

You should feel no pain during the extractions. You will be anesthetized and possibly put to sleep as well. Post-operatively, however, you will feel some discomfort for a week or more. You'll likely be given a script for pain meds to help with that problem.

Hope that helps.
Reply:Depends on how you react to surgery and how demanding your work is.

It would be best if you had the weekend off. But you mileage may vary.

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Can you tell between 1970 and the year 2000?

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1970 and year 2000.

Isn't this the truth!...

1970: Long Hair

2000: Longing for hair

1970: The perfect high.

2000: The perfect high yield mutual fund.

1970: Keg.

2000: EKG.

1970: Acid Rock.

2000: Acid Reflux.

1970: Moving to California because it's cool.

2000: Moving to California because it's warm.

1970: Growing pot.

2000: Growing pot belly.

1970: Douglas Street bridge.

2000: Dental bridge.

1970: Watching John Glenn's historic flight with your parents.

2000: Watching John Glenn's historic flight with your children.

1970: Trying to look like Marlon Brando or Elizabeth Taylor.

2000: Trying NOT to look like Marlon Brando or Elizabeth Taylor.

1970: Seeds and stems.

2000: Roughage.

1970: Popping pills, smoking joints.

2000: Popping joints.

1970: Our president's struggle with Fidel.

2000: Our president's struggle with fidelity.

1970: Paar.

2000: AARP.

1970: Being caught with Hustler magazine.

2000: Being caught with Hustler magazine.

1970: Killer weed.

2000: Weed killer.

1970: Hoping for a BMW.

2000: Hoping for a BM.

1970: The Grateful Dead.

2000: Dr. Kevorkian.

1970: Getting out to a new, hip joint.

2000: Getting a new hip joint.

1970: Rolling Stones.

2000: Kidney stones.

1970: Being called into the principal's office.

2000: Calling the principal's office.

1970: Screw the system!

2000: Upgrade the system.

1970: Peace sign.

2000: Mercedes logo.

1970: Parents begging you to get your hair cut.

2000: Children begging you to get their heads shaved.

1970: Take acid.

2000: Take antacid.

1970: Passing the driver's test.

2000: Passing the vision test.

1970: "Whatever"

2000: "Depends

Can you tell between 1970 and the year 2000?
1970 : Full Battery

2000 : Viarga

I love the part being caught with Hustler magazine
Reply:That is hilarious but true 9/10
Reply:do you remember 1969 woodstock

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psssst lakeside park by rush heard it

i lived it
Reply:HAHAHAHA!!!!!!!
Reply:OH my goodness ! This one is 10 on the laughter scale. Loved It!

How do I get rid off of this swallen and irritating feeling I have on my gums?

2010-05-15T20:01:00.000-07:00

on my right upper side I have a 4 teeth dental bridge...this irritation can last up to 2 hours...I was in a process to change dentist cause last month he over charged me...for a cleaning he asked me fot $170.00 and I am planning never to go back to him....because even his behavior somethimes gets very neurotic and strange...Therefore I have to wait after the holiday to get to someone else and check the bridge I have with this irritation and swallen gums I have...but for now WHAT SHOULD I DO? ANY SUGGESTIONS?

How do I get rid off of this swallen and irritating feeling I have on my gums?
Brush your teeth.
Reply:Have you tried flossing? If your gums hurt...you can always try some orajel until you can get a new dentist.
Reply:There are some gum numbing ointments available at your local pharmacy. I believe there is one for toothing babies that works wonders on hurt gums. Ask the pharmacist what would be best for you.
Reply:Can you brush with peroxide? If not you can use salt-water rinse, like an gargle. Also, can get some teething pills for an baby, crush them and make an paste out of them, then rub it on the gums. that might help.

Take an anti-inflammatory medicine, Advil, follow the directions.

You can take your finger, an massage it, sometimes it will relieve the pain, for a little while.

The dentist needs to go back to school for bed-side manners.

If you have too, go to an urgent care for other ideas.

How do I get rid off of this swallen and irritating feeling I have on my gums?

2010-05-15T20:00:00.003-07:00

on my right upper side I have a 4 teeth dental bridge...this irritation can last up to 2 hours...I was in a prosess to change dentist cause last month he over charged me...for a cleaning he asked me fot $170.00 and I am planning never to go back to him....because even his behavior somethimes gets very neurotic and strange...Therefore I have to wait after the holiday to get to someone else and check the bridge I have with this irritation swallen gums I have...but for now WHAT SHOULD I DO? ANY SUGGESTIONS?

How do I get rid off of this swallen and irritating feeling I have on my gums?
Clean and floss the area well and do regular salt water rinsing.

JAMRDH =a dental hygienist
Reply:Do you floss under the bridge? If not, get a product like BridgeAid or Floss Threaders... you thread the floss into them like a needle %26amp; thread. It makes flossing soooo much easier!

Warm salt water rinses is a good idea... a couple of times a day.

The fee for a general cleaning in our office is less than $100. If patients need to come back for extra scalings due to alot of 'gunk' under the gums, it's an additional fee.

Best of luck!

:)

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Where is a cheap place in Ontario for dentures?

2010-05-15T20:00:00.002-07:00

I need to get a bridge. My dentist says it'll cost about $3000. I can't afford that, and my benefits don't cover "major" dental. Where in southern Ontario can I get a good dental bridge cheaper than $3000??

Where is a cheap place in Ontario for dentures?
Try a dental school at any university. Generally, the public is welcome to use their services as the dental students need practice patients and the cost is far less than a dentist. I have been to the dental clinic at The University of Western Ontario to "guinea pig" for student friends of mine. They were far more caring and gentle...don't worry..there are professors and dentists on site to ensure you are taken care of.
Reply:7 out of 10 people do not have health benefits. I have a site you should checkout. It will help you save up to 80% on all you dental work. Our family couldn’t afford medical or dental. We signed up for there benefits and thank god. I had a tooth break last week. Saved me hundreds!!

My husband told his buddy at work about it when he needed dentures and it saved him $2000.00 dollars.

It only costs $11.95 a month or $19.95 a month for an entire household. Go to the site below and check it out. Be careful though when looking into discounted benefits. There are companies that are not legit.

The company has been in business for 14yrs, BBB members and have over 1.6 million members.

I sure everything works out,

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My Dentist is the Dentist from HELL.?

2010-05-15T20:00:00.001-07:00

My Dentist is the Dentist from HELL. Sending me thousands and thousands $$ in bills. Refusing to provide a verification of the alleged debt. Refusing to provide me with my Dental record history. Reason - I refuse to accept a dental bridge which did not fit in my mouth and the Dentist refused to continue working on it. I found out that she submitted climes to my insurance for the work she never did as well.

Now she is claming that I did receive the bridge and have never give her the opportunity to fix it. She returned all $$$ to the Insurance company which was "accidentally" charged according to her.

70% of the money for this work I paid in advance to the Dentist. Can somebody tell me the way to get my money back? Where can I file a complain at least? I am in Brooklyn, NY.

My Dentist is the Dentist from HELL.?
Contact your State Board of Dental Examiners.
Reply:call the board of medical licensure in your state and report her. and call the attorney general, and the media and anyone else that will listen to you - send your complaints in writing to each one and copy this dentist from hell on each and every letter.
Reply:unfortanutely their are bad apples in every profession and you found one in dentristry well you may go ask for your money back if you dont get it back ask why and state that you are going to contact the better bisness burough and then do it .
Reply:start,

I think it's time to speak to an attorney. Before you do that, though, file a complaint with the N.Y. State Board of Professional Licensing and the local American Medical Association and American Dental Association for unethical business practices.

Find out what the dollar limits are in your local small claims court and see if your claim can be handled there...if not, then your only recourse is to sue, if your other actions haven't gotten you any satisfaction.
Reply:Report him to the American Dental Association.

Is there a dentist in Chgo NW burbs that will do work on single mom of 5 recently unemp with no dental ins.?

2010-05-15T20:00:00.000-07:00

Recently unemployed and even before I have had problem teeth. Most of my teeth have had root canals and crowns throughout the years but they cracked and broke therefore needing to be replaced. But even when I had dental ins. it only covered max $1000. I have been just keeping up w/the kids needs. No support or seen ex - deadbeat My dentist gave my a quote of $14000 to repair, bridges etc. I am interviewing and I need to look presentable and I am embarressed. Kids need braces also. But right now I am in need of a dentist or college that will work with me. I am also concerned that the poor condition of teeth will lead to other health problems. I have had extensive work done on my teeth my whole life. I pd the dentist monthly like a mortgage so it is not that I haven't had good dental habits but now they have no choice but pull the teeth. I am reaching out for some help. Obviously, I am not looking for a total hand out but if someone will work w/ me I would be grateful.

Is there a dentist in Chgo NW burbs that will do work on single mom of 5 recently unemp with no dental ins.?
Call the County Health Dept. of the County Hospital

If there is a Dental School at the University, call them. They are always looking for people for their future Dentists to practice on

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My dental plates, specifically the upper are sensitive. I can feel the vacuum. Anchored plates,does it help?

2010-05-15T19:59:00.003-07:00

I had a calcium deficiency as a kid and consequently had multiple fillings in every tooth. In early adulthood I received four fixed permanent bridges and several crowns. The cost was almost as much as my first home. I lost my insurance coverage just as they were beginning to fail. I now wear dental plates. They don't hurt but, they are annoying. I only take them out to brush and frequently, Part of the problem ? Please, serious answers to the above question.

My dental plates, specifically the upper are sensitive. I can feel the vacuum. Anchored plates,does it help?
YOUMUST BE MORE SPECIFIC WITH YOUR QUESTION.

DENTURES BOTH UPPER AND LOWER MUST NOT BE SLEPT WITH.

THE UPPER AND LOWER GUM TISSUES MUST HAVE REST AND RECEIVE RELIEF AFTER HAVING PLASTIC OVER THEM ALL DAY.

IF YOUR UPPER DENTURE IS CAUSING ALL THE PROBLEMS TALK TO YOUR DENTIST ABOUT SOFT TISSUE CONDITIONER FOR THE UPPER. THIS MAY ALLEVIATE SOME OF THE PAIN.

NHS dental...?

2010-05-15T19:59:00.002-07:00

Pretty soon I'm going to have seven teeth removed. Somebody told me that you can get 'bridges', which are dentures that click into your gums (I think that's how he explained it, I've never heard of these before)?

I get free dental treatment on the NHS because I'm a single mother on income support, my question is, can I get these on the NHS, or will I have to pay?

NHS dental...?
15.90 — examination, diagnosis and preventative care including X-rays, scale and polish.

£43.60 — fillings, root canal treatment, extractions plus all the above.

£194.00 — complex courses of treatment and procedures such as the fitting of crowns, dentures or bridges plus all the above.

No charge — writing a prescription, removing stitches, repairs to dentures.

All NHS Patients have to pay this unless they are either 18 under or are claiming certain benefits.
Reply:No you will not have to pay.

The dentist will take care of you as they did for me.
Reply:You have to pay,i was going to get one and it cost 3000 Euro,s.
Reply:i think this will be regarded as necessary work rather than cosmetic so u should get it on the nhs.
Reply:Bridges are false teeth which are permanently fixed to your remaining teeth. Most dentists will not do this treatment on the NHS. You will probably be offered a removable bridge or denture to replace these teeth. Which may clip onto the remaining teeth.

If all of these teeth are at the back of the mouth you may feel that you can live without any "replacement teeth".

Dentures with just a few teeth on are often more trouble than they are worth unless the gaps are at the front of your mouth.
Reply:I have a NHS dentist and after breaking a tooth and having it removed he suggested a denture. I am a pensioner, but no way did I want a denture, he suggested a bridge. Trouble was you DO HAVE TO PAY not only for the one missing tooth but for the treatment on the teeth either side, so in effect you have to pay x3. Worked out very expensive, so decided against it. He said bridges are not done on NHS so would have to go private with him. I was lucky the tooth was at the back, so I just left the gap which does close up (eventually). Good luck
Reply:I not sure where you live,

In scotland a bridge can be provided under NHS regulations and if you are exempt from charges then you will not have to pay, however a bridge cannot be made until the bone where the tooth has been removed has fully healed, this is usually 6 months and mean time you may be provided with a denture.

It all depends on where the tooth was extracted, how many teeth are missing in the gap and the condition of teeth either side.

You say you are to have seven teeth removed, this would be quite a lot to be replaced by bridges but my best advice would be to speak to your dentist as he is the one that can advise your best options available.
Reply:A bridge is used to replace missing teeth. It is cemented in so there is no "plate" and it lasts on average 10 years. However is does damage the remaining teeth as they have to be drilled during the procedure usually. Why are you losing this number of teeth? If it is due to decay os gum disease then it is important to get these problems under sontrol before getting so much advanced dental work done. It you get bridges places and your dental disease is not under control then it is inevitable that it will just leasd to further tooth loss. A denture is a good temporary measure to fill the spaces while you and your dentist get the disease under control. Also the NHS do not allow bridges to be placed until 3months after the tooth has been extracted and healing of the area is completed.
Reply:unfortunatley the NHS does not fund dental work that falls into the catagory "cosmetic", if a bridge (which is a devise that is fixed to you remaining teeth) is nesscessary to keep you dentally fit there may be a chance it will qualify to be done on the NHS, if it doesnt and you request one you will have to pay private charges which can be quite expensive, however you say you are having 7 teeth removed, if this results in you being left with a large gap it may not be possible to have a bridge. You should ask your dentists to explain dentures to you as now adays they are very well made and would probably be available to you on the NHS.

I need dental insurance.?

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I am 22 and don't have much money. But I need to find dental insurance without having a wait period. I need to get either one or two implants or bridges on my front teeth (according to one dentist), one of my crowns may fall out before my next 6 month appointment. So any recommendations for dental insurance in Nevada.

I need dental insurance.?
see this http://gsx1.com/InsuranceComparison.html it's one form to get a number of quotes from different insurers. It's free and a big time saver, these are all the main American insurers competing to get your business so you are bound to find something that suits you, if it works out remember my points please :)
Reply:I wish I knew!!! Let me know if you get any response. I'm a college student with no insurance at all. I haven't been to the dentist in several years and I am in quite a bit of pain due to a wisdom tooth problem. Email me if you get any answers? I'm in NJ.
Reply:I'm sorry to hear of your situation. Dentistry really is very expensive.

Unfortunately, no dental insurance is going to pay for implants. You could probably find one that will pay something towards a bridge but you will still be responsible for the majority of the treatment cost.

There is also a good chance they will deny your claim as pre-existing. Many insurances won't replace teeth that were missing when you bought the insurance.

Your best bet might be to find a dentist that offers payment plans through a finance company. The interest rates and terms are usually pretty reasonable. We use this a lot in my office.

I hope you find a way to make things work for you. Good Luck.
Reply:I have Ameriplan Dental. It's available all over the U.S. because my Aunt in Georgia has it also. I save nearly 80% at my dentist when I get my teeth cleaned. Here is the website where you can sign up http://www.MyBestDentalBenefits.com
Reply:You have five options with dental.

1. Go without insurance. If you have good teeth and just want the basics you probably don't need any plan. A yearly cleaning and exam and even an occasional filling will cost you less without insurance. Unfortunately, this option probably won't work for you.

2. Visit a local dental school. You can get many procedures done for a reduced price if you're willing to let them practice on you.

3. Insurance - Depending upon the policy: cost $30-$60 per month. You pay a $50 deductible first, they have an annual maximum that they'll pay per year of $750 - $1500, they have a waiting period up to 18 months for major work and then you're paying 50% of the charges. Example - average cost for a root canal in my area is $829. With insurance you pay $414 after paying 18 months of premium (around $800 or $900). Advantage - you can use any dentist with most plans.

4. Discount plans - Cost - $5-$12 per month. No deductible, no annual maximum and no waiting periods. Also, hardly any dentists will accept the plan and when they do you MIGHT get a 10% discount, which is about the same discount you can get by paying cash. Example - average cost for a root canal in my area is $829. With discount plans you pay around $746. Be very wary of these plans because most are scams. The people that sell these plans have little or no knowledge about health %26amp; dental insurance and do not need a license to sell them. The plans are not regulated by the state so you have no recourse when you have problems. Some states are starting to ban these plans from being sold. Here is an informative link http://www.insurancejournal.com/news/wes... concerning these plans.

5. Fee for Service discount plans - Cost $7-$15 per month. No deductible, no annual maximum and no waiting periods. Many dentist will accept the plan (check providers first before signing up with any plan). When you use the plan there is a set fee that the dentist will charge you. Example - average cost for a root canal in my area is $829. With fee for service plans you pay as little as $404.

I'm an insurance agent and my personal plan is the fee for service plan. I got mine here http://www.dpbrokers.com/default.aspx?lo... specifically the Aetna Dental Access plan but which one you get depends upon your area and comparing the fee schedule to find the best for what you need covered.
Reply:Affordable dental discount plans (not dental insurance) offer steep discounts. Go to http://www.lowpriceddentalplans.com and key in your zip code to see how much money you can save.
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How to pay for EXPENSIVE dental work??

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How can a single parent find a way to pay for their own VERY expensive dental work? I have Dental insurance (JOKE) through my employer, but it is so poor that most dentists will not file a claim or see me until I have paid for the entire procedure "upfront".

Recently my city was listed as THE worst city in the U.S.A. for dental care!!

I am in pain almost all the time, I now have two broken teeth that need removal (and bridges), one other needs a root canal, and several with cavities in need of filling. By the time the dentist completed their estimates for all the work they say I need, the total came to $17,000.00!!!

Anyone know where I could go for financial assistance to help start my dental work?

How to pay for EXPENSIVE dental work??
Here is a link to dental schools in the US, they should have discounted prices:

http://www.ada.org/prof/ed/programs/sear...

Also, maybe you will have to find a dentist that offers payment plans.
Reply:Try Care Credit. They even have 18 months with no additional fees.
Reply:I use to work at a dental office and first, let me say that that price is a little much. you could get dentures for much cheaper! most offices offer plans that can help you pay it back. Some offer credit cards with 0% financing for so many months...but I am not sure about 17grand. You would have to take out some type of loan for that amount, most-likely a bank that you have been to a while that trusts you. I heard that getting loans right now is kind-of hard because of the economy.

My advice would be to go somewhere else, preferably a dental chain, not family owned and see what they offer. those types of dental places see your type of work much more often and probably have better prices. I know that you probably already spent quite a bit just on the exam...but it might be worth it if you get a "second opinion" hope this helps.
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Dental advice?

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51 -F- Allergy to Sulfa, and the Primer used for artificial nails. Dental work patient, ie, crowns, pin build-ups, root canals, extractions, bridges.

Problem is: 10/06 I began restoration treatment at a new-to-me dentist, crowns, extractions, prep for a partial, comp fillings. Each visit for dental work, I am having unusual swelling of my soft tissue near topical/local anesthesia. Dr. says he has tried several types of locals. Long appointments. (2-3 hours) The latest visit (02-2007) he applied 3 crowns in one area, and composites on another area. The following day I had substantial external swelling near the mandibular block, between cheek and teeth lower right side I had what looked like acid burns, my gum line where the crowns were cemented turned white and lightly bled. My tongue on that side became swollen and rutted, I developed ulcers on the under side of my tongue, the side became rutted, and lip discolored. Never had this before , is it the methylparaben? topical? Local?

Dental advice?
Actually, this is something you need to ask your dentist. Ask him/her what exactly each thing they are doing is doing and how it's going to help. What is the expected risk of each thing and what are the expected outcomes. With how complex it sounds, (s)he may need to get into biology to explain.

Why do I have bad breath all of a sudden after dental work?

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I recently got two teeth pulled, then after healing, a bridge. I never had bad breath before that and now I do. I am strict on flossing and I do so twice a day so this shouldn't be happening. Has anyone had this problem after major dental work and what could be the cause?

Why do I have bad breath all of a sudden after dental work?
theres something trapped %26amp; rotting in ur mouth!!! seriousily, purchase a water pick if u dont already hv 1, %26amp; use 1/2 water, to 1/2 vinegar, %26amp; sea salt. this will get deep down into areas that normal brushing %26amp; flossing cant. The vinegar %26amp; salt will also kill any harmfull bacteria hiding n the deeper crevises, %26amp; the water pressure will help carry it out of ur mouth. Do this until u see results. Normally, ul notice results the very next morning. ur gums will hurt %26amp; bleed the first time or two of using ur water pick. However, the benefits far out way the bad breathe!!!
Reply:I'm not sure why you made that comment to me regarding "other reasons for having teeth pulled", I never mentioned anything about what your reason was for the extraction. ??? Report It

Reply:I'm not sure I would recommend a water pik on this newly formed tissue at the extraction sites. You may want to take Ladysashya advice on the super floss, it's gentler on the teeth and gums. A water pik, used incorrectly, can actually cause a more serious problems. Discuss this with your dentist. Report It

Reply:It's common to have bad breath after an extraction (per doc's instructions). I have 4 pulled and bad breath while it healed. Be sure to brush your tongue and use a tongue scraper. =)
Reply:You could be breathing through your mouth and causing it of you could have an infection from the dental work. Get a bottle of peroxyl made by Colgate and rinse your mouth twice a day for a week and see if that doesn't help you. You can get this at most stores that sell tooth paste
Reply:I know you said you are strict about flossing, but the first thing that comes to mind is that new bridgework. Did your dentist or hygienist show you how to clean underneath it? That's the most common cause of bad breath in someone that is new to having a bridge, they don't know the technique you must use in order to clean underneath it (because it is suspended, like a bridge, between two teeth and food often traps underneath it, wedged in by the gums). You have to use a floss threader (looks like a big plastic sewing needle) to be able to place the floss under the bridge. Either use that or you can buy a product calle Super Floss that comes in pre-cut sections that have one end already stiff so it will slide under the bridgework without the aid of a floss threader.

If it's not a problem with cleaning under the bridge, my other thought would be a problem with the extraction site not healing well and an infection setting in. Are you having any pain or problems in the area where you had the 2 teeth extracted?

If none of these answers does the trick for you, please follow up with your dentist. Yours is a valid question that he/she will be more than happy to look into. Good luck.
Reply:Yes, it is normal to have bad breath after having teeth pulled. The smell of blood can also be what you are smelling, and it is not a pleasant smell either. The smell should start to go away. The last tooth I had pulled not to long ago, was really annoying smell wise. I get really self conscious about things like this, so I just know this time the smell is going to stick around.

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How should I proceed? I would like to advise my brother who had dental work but didn't ask enough questions?

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My brother had a bicycle accident and broke a few teeth in the front. Decided to finally get them fixed in addition to fixing a tooth that was abscessed. The dentist quoted $3000 for a few extractions and a bridge or $5000 for full upper denture. Brother decided on $3000 option. Five appts, 5 extractions and so far $5000 later we don't have the bridge. The Dentist says that still more teeth need to be pulled (not many left). Obviously he has stopped going and asked for his medical records but the Dentist wanted to withhold the records until full payment was made and he's charging for them. He has already billed the insurance $1100(plus $5000). I am very confused by this whole situation. This Dentist was referred do to my brother's insurance carrier but at this cost he could have gone to my Dentist without insurance and paid less! We will get further dental care with someone that is not so abusive financially and emotionally. Could we do more though? Thanks _ Toothless Grin

How should I proceed? I would like to advise my brother who had dental work but didn't ask enough questions?
You really are not giving enough information for someone to give you acurate advice. There are usually 2 sides, and trust me, the dentists side in very different. I will tell you my opinion, however with limited information I can not possibly tell you who is right in this case. I have seen patients who were given a treatment plan and estimate of what a specific list of dental procedures will cost them, and after they recieved this treatment plan, they asked that additional things be done, not taking into consideration that these additional services will be an additional expense. Such as, having an unexpected abcess or toothache come up and asking the dentist to go ahead and pull that tooth out. Obviously, that would be one reason why a treatment plan amount would change. Some dentists quote what they think a treatment plan would cost, and if during the procedure unexpected things come up (example: tooth on bridge needing a rootcanal, that was not anticipated), they bill the patient for the work. Others eat the cost, because it was not previously planned for. Again, this is real difficult to say if he has a case.

As far as the records go? Every state is different, and you should call the state dental board to know what your state says, but sometimes a dentist can withhold records if their is a balance on a patients account. They do have the right to charge a duplication fee, however. This is probably what the charge that you refer to is. You do realize, that your brother will be getting a copy of the records, and not the actual record, don't you? A dentist, at least in my state, is required to keep the actual record for 7 years. Anyways, if you want to e-mail me and give me a little more details, I will help you if I can.
Reply:1. If he has more money then you shut up.

2. Remember that you can't change the past - what's done is already done. So, it wouldn't be nice for you to say "I told you so, like you shouldv'e used my dentist.

3. Do you like when others give you advice, WHEN YOU DON'T ask it?

What is the range in price of a dental "flipper"?

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I scheduled an appointment with my dentist and I told him that I would have to wait to get bridge work or implants done due to finances. He gave me other options one of which is a dental flipper because these are my side teeth - replacing one on each side. It's really not noticable unless I smile really big, but I am self-conscious about it. He thought that would be an excellent solution temporarily and I agreed. The price that I was given was $550 (again this would be out of pocket). Is this a good price or should I search around? I thought a flipper would be a lot cheaper than your normal partial.

What is the range in price of a dental "flipper"?
Pretty normal price. Sometimes you can get cheaper replacement device at denture specialists (Dentures today/Dentures and dental services) but they do not always last as long/fit well as long sometimes (These are the complaints I hear from patients that have gone to these places) but then again it is cheaper. They advertise dentures for 200-300 dollars where dentist usually run 800 dollars. You might check there if this is really going to be a temporary thing. Otherwise, stick w/ your dentist.
Reply:A flipper is the same as a partial. I just bought one from my dentist out of pocket so I can use my insurance later this year when I get my bridge work done. I paid $500 for mine, so you are getting a fair price.

Where can you go for cheap dental work near Toronto, canada?

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For someone that has no health insurance and needs a bridge / implant or crown who normally resides in Toronto - which nearby countries are recommended for both a nice relaxing holiday and a chance to have such dental work done and what are the sort of likely costs involved? Looking at places that are not too expensive to reach by plane - so mainly consider Mexico, Brazil, Chile, etc.

Where can you go for cheap dental work near Toronto, canada?
Try to visit a Dental School around your area, they need patients for their Dental students. Usually the cost for treatment is a fraction of what you would pay at a regular dentist. Example: Cost of a Crown at a regular dentist: $750.00. Cost of a Crown at a Dental School: $202.00

Good Luck

I need a lot of dental work on my molars. I'm 24, have 2 kids, anemic with both resulting in little cavities

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that got bigger. I've had a bad experience with dentists, but I found one I love who pulled out my wisdom teeth so I'm giving dentists a second shot. Now, would it be cheaper and wiser for me to get them pulled and to get a bridge for the last 2 teeth OR just settle for a root canal and caps. I need about 5 root canals. I haven't got dental work done because I really can't afford it. I just paid off my credit cards with my income tax refund. I efiled the first day it was available. How do I achieve the most for my money?????

I need a lot of dental work on my molars. I'm 24, have 2 kids, anemic with both resulting in little cavities
If it is your last two teeth than you will need an implant to hold the bridge in the back and that is surgery. Either option has its risks (root canals can fail and your body can reject implants) usually it is recommended that an implant is the best option because less things can go wrong with it later on (your natural tooth could get decay under the crown or abscess, etc, and still need to be extracted) but that should really be decided on a tooth by tooth basis. Have a consultation with your DDS and ask them if it was a family member what would they recommend? There are a lot of factors to consider but if you trust your DDS I would go with their opinion. Good luck restoring you oral health!
Reply:Discuss your concerns with your dentist. Explain your money problem too. A good dentist will advise you taking all factors into consideration. Root canals are painful and expensive, however bridge work is not cheap either. Personally given the choice, I would go with the bridge work. Have you considered implants?

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Should root canal treatment be done on the support teeth for a bridge?

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I have a missing molar on both upper sides. In neither case is there enough bone for an implant, so bridges are needed – given my nocturnal grinding problems, I’ve been advised to get them sooner rather than later (bridges would also deal with my main sites of decay recurrence and filling dislodgment). I’m now in Argentina and able to get them done very cheaply, with a dentist I’m comfortable with. However, he plans to do root canal treatment on the teeth that will be the supports of the bridge; he says it's for practical reasons, to facilitate the work overall. I’ve spoken to two dental surgeries back in Australia, and in both cases they say it is better to leave the support teeth alive (eg to avoid later brittleness), and only to do root canal if there is a problem with those teeth. Do you have any view as to whether it is indeed a bad idea to remove the nerves unnecessarily? Or is it a way of reducing the chance of future decay/pain problems in the teeth within the bridge? Thanks!

Should root canal treatment be done on the support teeth for a bridge?
I see no reason for doing the root canals on perfectly normal teeth. If they were to need them later, the bridge won't be in the way; they'll take it out while working on the root canals.

The ONLY logic I see to this is if the dentist is going to put in screw-and-post crowns after the root canal, which *might* be stronger than the teeth. That's where they put a threaded anchor piece into the jawbone at the tip of the root, then screw the crown down using that anchor. This might make sense, given you've mentioned not enough bone for implants.
Reply:Unless those teeth are decayed or are causing pain, there is no requirement fora root canal.
Reply:I agree with the dentists in Australia, if the teeth are healthy then it is always better to leave the teeth "alive". Putting posts in teeth after root canals does not add stength as lay people think, they are put in for retention of a core/filling material that the crown/bridge fits onto. I would get a second opinion and you are right for checking this out.

You also have to remember that doing root canals will not prevent future decay. The decay can still happen whether the nerve is in or not, it makes no difference with decay and root canals.

The only logical reason, with the limited information that I have, is that the dentist will have to grind your teeth down for the bridge and if you are a grinder, as you mentioned, you may not have room to grind and if he does, he will be into the nerve, then a root canal would be indicated.

Also, you can have root canals done later on once the bridge is in place if needed. A root canal specialist (Endodontist) can make a small hole in the top of the crown and by using a microscope, in some cases, perform a nice root canal and the hole can be filled in.

Good luck !
Reply:You mentioned you are a grinder. If that is correct there is a good chance you have very short molars. I f that is the case the dentist may need to do selective root canal to be able to place post and buildup and then shave the tooth. This does not make your teeth any stronger or prevent future decay however mechanically speaking it might be the only way to give you a retentive Bridge.
Reply:It is usually better to keep the teeth vital. On average, a bridge should give you about 10 to 12 yrs of good service, then if you are like the rest of us, the bridge will fail ( usually due to decay where the bridge is connected to the tooth/teeth). A vital tooth will pain and let you know that something is wrong before the decay ruins the tooth. A root canal will remove the nerve and because of this, the decay runs rampant internally before it is discovered clinically . The repair/rebuild of a bridge that has root treated abutments is often quite difficult. If however you do decide to do the root treatments, please consider reinforcing posts and a core before placing the bridge. At least you will address the fragile nature of root treated teeth.

What's the difference / similarities between these dental terms?

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1) caries, cavity, calculus, tartar

2) crown, bridge

3) sealants, fillings

4) pit, fissure

and if anybody could provide websites more on dental terms for beginners, plus the helping pictures, i'd appreciate very much. thanx.. [serious answers only]

What's the difference / similarities between these dental terms?
#1 - Caries and cavities are the same thing. Caries are areas of the teeth that have become soft and need to be filled. Cavities is the same, although, it can also be a hole in the tooth.

Calculus and tartar are the same thing. Plaque is what builds up on your teeth daily. If you do not brush it away, it hardens into calculus or tartar. It then has to be removed by the hygienist.

#2 - A crown is a "cap" or a "helmet" for a tooth. If your tooth breaks down, the dentist can prep the tooth for a crown. This helps to protect the remaining tooth structure.

A bridge is used when you have a missing tooth. If the teeth on either side are healthy, the dentist can prep those teeth, and attach crowns to those, and there is a "false tooth" permanently attached to those crowns on either side. Therefore filling in the gap of the missing tooth. It is a great option if you don't want to have partial denture.

#3 - Fillings are used when you have caries or cavities in the tooth. The dentist drills out the softer area and fills it with filling material.

Sealants are used to seal off deep pitts or fissures so no decay occurs. There is usually no drilling required, and is done on molar teeth, normally on children.

#4 - Pits and fissures are areas in the molars that are naturally there. Some people have deeper pits in their teeth, which will require sealants. The pits are too deep and tiny for the toothbrush to properly clean. The dentist will put a sealant over the pit or fissure (a pit that is strung into a line), to seal it off from bacteria so no decay will occur.
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Other then teeth whitening, what other dental work is considered cosmetic, and cannot be deducted?

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Last year, I had over $6,000 in dental work done, and my husband had around $4,000. We had no insurance and all of it was out of pocket. I know I cannot claim the whitening, but is there anything else that I should not claim? Normal services, extractions, fillings, xrays, stitches, partials, and a bridge were completed. The fillings are the more expense white ones, does that make any difference?

Other then teeth whitening, what other dental work is considered cosmetic, and cannot be deducted?
The difference is between health versus vanity. Tooth decay can lead to heart problems. So for each expense, ask yourself was this cost for my heart or is it for the way other people see me.

Experience with temporary teeth for cosmetic dental work?

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I currently have temporary teeth from cosmetic dental work (due to get the real ones in about a month). Anyone have experience with that? They feel very uncomfortable (like I have a mouth guard in my mouth) and look very unnatural to me. Anybody have a similar experience? What is the difference once you get the new teeth? (I'm getting a bridge and several crowns). Thanks for your feedback.

Experience with temporary teeth for cosmetic dental work?
My girl friend has a partial denture thing and from me looking at her they look normal. she thought that they looked weird at first too.
Reply:If the temps were made right they shouldn't feel big and bulky. Your dentist should have tried to fit them as close as possible to your tooth. They are preformed temps, which means that they are used for a wide variety of poeple. As for the color, your dentist should match the temp as close to your natural teeth. Now as far as your new ones, they will be made off the casts that the dentist took during the procedure. Which means they should fit like a glove, If done correctly you shouldn't notice the new ones. Not to mentiont that the color should match your natural teeth.
Reply:The temporary ones are just plastic. Once you get the real onces they are porcelain and are puton with a harder cement, they look so much better, and even fell better. They will feel uncomforatble even yours gums should feel that because the dentist was drilling around your gum area too. But you should be fine when you get your finals!

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Any dentists or dental professionals, please help?

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i have a problem with my teeth, numbers 4%26amp;5 i believe. number 5 i had a root canal on several years ago, but never crowned it %26amp; it started to decay so my dentist put a filling in it to "tide me over". last year # 4 started to hurt badly and he sent me to an endodlogist who took xrays and said that the filling was really close to the nerve, but didn't mention that there was any abscess-and offered to do a root canal. I don't have dental insurance to pay for a root canal and 2 crowns, so i was going to get a partial, but my dentist wouldn't pull them because he said i was too young to be missing so many teeth. i woke up this morning and my gums and cheek are swollen around that area and it is very painful to bite down and chew-i can only assume that it is an abscess on # 4 i do have antibiotics-because i know that they won't perform anything until the infection is cured, but what should i do once it goes away? bridge, partial, or take out a loan for the root canal %26amp; crowns? thanks!

Any dentists or dental professionals, please help?
As a dentist myself it sounds like you have a very serious problem on your hands. Most likely you do have an abscess, although we usually like to treat these teeth after antibiotics have had time to start working you might want to consider calling your regular dentist (or a new dentist) for an emergency appointment- you will still need to be placed on antibiotic therapy, but if the tooth needs to be extracted then your dentist might want go ahead and pull the tooth immediately (depending on how bad the situation is). For your situation it sounds like you might need a new dentist, we do usually like for a person to keep as many natural teeth as possible, but sometimes finances etc play a big part in the decision and your dentist should listen to YOU and how you are feeling. If you can't get an appointment with your dentist then you might should consider a trip to your local ER until you can see him/her, this way the ER physician will be able to begin you on antibiotics until you can been seen by your dentist. Until then try taking Motrin (ibuprofen) for pain, this will help reduce and swelling and will also help relieve pain. Also use cold compresses, NEVER use hot/warm compresses as this can cause a possible infection to worsen and spread more rapidly. Good luck and PLEASE see a dentist or ER doctor as soon as possible as an abscess is a very serious and possibly life threatening condition if not treated.
Reply:Sounds too late for the crowns. You're right, you do need antibiotics, but you need to be seen by a dentist to know how serious the infection is first and what strength of med you need because of it. Don't self-medicate. That can be dangerous.
Reply:Well, no one has answered you yet, and I'm not a professional, but I'll answer by experience. First, start the antibiotics. I hate that kind of pain. Second, see if your dentist has a payment plan for expensive procedures like these that your talking about. I think that the cheapest way to go would be to get root canals, but I don't think that you need crowns. I would talk to the dentist about it. I've had 2 root canals, and I don't have crowns.. If he wont take payments, then try to find a dentist that will. Why take out a loan and have interest added on to an already expensive procedure??? Good luck with this, and I hope you feel better soon.
Reply:If you can, get the loan to save these teeth. You won't be happy with a partial; you'll get food underneath it and they don't always look natural. See if you are a canidate for Care Credit, which is a credit card by can only be used for dental/medical purposes. Good luck!

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Reply:I am a dental assistant and I would save the tooth and do a root canal and a crown if you think that is something that you can afford. You do need to take antibiotics to get the infection and swelling to go down. Particals are not very functional. It is hard to eat with them. They are really only for looks. Any time you have a root canal done it is best to put a crown on the tooth because after removing the nerve of the tooth it becomes very brittle and it makes it easier for the tooth to break.
Reply:It looks like you have addressed the first portion of your question as far as getting on the antibiotics and getting a root canal.

The question you have regarding getting veneers...well, that isn't an option for back teeth and many times not for front teeth, especially if they have had root canals. A full crown is needed to provide strength to the tooth. I know it doesn't seem possible to be able to put a crown on a tooth like yours, but they can.

I would encourage you to keep as many of your teeth as possible. It took me several years to convince my own mother, but she eventually chose to have root canals/crowns when needed rather than having the teeth pulled.

You might want to think about how much you enjoy eating and chewing food or talk to some people who have partials or dentures.

I think this would be a good time for you to step up your oral hygiene too. As you now know, it is less costly to purchase toothpaste, toothbrush, and floss than to have to endure the physical and financial strain of dental problems.

Hope that helps...good luck.
Reply:Definately make sure you take those antibiotics- they are what take the pain away, without them, your going to be in a world of hurt. Secondly, I would splurge on the root canals and crowns. You should save the teeth that you have. You will most likely never be happy with a bridge or partial and they are just a pain in the butt! Also, just a quick add on- since you did have decay on your previous root canal, you may want to check and see if it needs to be retreated when you go in to have the other one done, this only consists of an xray, just an idea?