I need emergency dental help in Mass?

Question

Divorced mom of 3, 2 of my kids are autistic so the state basically runs my finances...I need dental help desperatly. I am fighting an infection in my caninie tooth that almost reached my brain and they keep denying me any help. They pain is sometimes overwhelming...I just need help. Period. I have yet to meet a dentist that will say..."you know what? Your in enormous pain, and have 3 kids, 2 autistic kids....someone needs to help you." Mass dental society offers crap...minimal help that no one can afford. Any ideas?

See, I live out by Springfield, problem is my sons are disabled. If I work, they cut benefits. Masshealth keeps denying me any help. I am in constant pain. I dont want to smile anymore b/c it hurts THAT bad. I need extensive work. I had PERFECT teeth, then I had kids, then 2 yrs ago, I went in for breat surgery, ended up with a staph infection that took over my heart and 3 months of non stop vomiting in the hospital. So now, Masshealth looks at my records and says "no way." I have been there once a month and a half ago to fight one ruling, but I recieved another denial this week.

plus I have zero cash...

Answer 1

Sorry to hear about your situation with Masshealth. You need
a comprehensive plan with no waiting periods that will kick in
immediately so you can stop infection and pain. I suggest
you look into the eHealthPlus membership. That will save you
up to 80% on your dental work. There are some
dentists on the network which will give you additional
discount considering your situation, just out of their good heart.
You will have to do your own research. Best of luck.

Answer 2

DEAR BUMPERS, AN OPTION FOR YOU MAY BE RECEIVING CARE FROM A DENTAL SCHOOL, SEE:

> welcome
The Patient Treatment Center at Boston University School of Dental Medicine offers quality dental care at a reasonable cost. We are located in Boston's South End (100 East Newton Street, first floor) and are easily reached by mass transit. Our dental care services emphasize preventive and restorative dentistry. You will benefit from the latest research in dental techniques and equipment. All facilities are designed to accommodate the disabled.

The center adheres to strict infection control practices; instruments used in patient care are autoclave-sterilized. We are licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and accredited by the American Dental Association. We also are a member of Boston Medical Center, which includes Boston University School of Medicine, the School of Public Health, and Boston Medical Center Hospitals.
> basic services
Patients with such dental needs as prophylaxis (cleanings), restorations (fillings), bridges and single crowns, periodontal care (gums), and full and partial dentures are seen in the appropriate treatment areas, where dental students provide quality care at a minimal fee under the supervision of faculty dentists.
> more involved treatment
If you require more involved treatment, such as advanced restorative work, extensive periodontal treatment, orthodontics, root canal therapy, oral surgery, or complex crown and bridge work, you will be treated in one of our specialty areas. These specialty areas are staffed by graduate dentists, many of whom have years of experience and are continuing their studies. Dental care in the specialty areas is performed under the supervision of faculty dentists. Because of the complex nature of this care, treatment costs are somewhat higher than in the general dental care centers, although they are still less than those in the private sector.