I went to dentist earlier in year because i had a horrible tooth infection. i later went back so they can take full mouth x rays and write up a treatment plan. it came up to 15,000 for everything. they said a bridge would be best option. i really need to get teeth fixed. but i just dont have financial capability. getting my teeth fixed would 100% change my life. i feel so bad about my teeth, i want em fixed so bad so i can actually have some self confidence and self esteem. i just do seem to have any because of this. my teeth is the only thing that i think is stopping me from finding a girlfriend which i havent had in years. i feel if i cant get my teeth fix, my life will just be in a rut and will just crumble away. i cant express how much getting my teeth fixed would help me. i just cant. please help. i need ideas on what to do. i pray everyday that something will happen but i just dont see it happening. i dont know what to do. im about in tears writing this.
2007-01-22
11:09:30
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insurance would help but not enough.
2007-01-22
11:14:40 ·
update #1
im not trying to get money sent to me. not stupid. i can spell. not everybody types good and mistakes happen. someone will be in stitches if people keep making stupid *** remarks. just ideas is what im asking.
2007-01-22
11:16:32 ·
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i cannot even describe my anger towards the people that have given me answers. for that last damn time not asking for ******* money. im asking for ideas on what to do. people are so damn nieve and ignorant. this is why i hate people. the audasity of some people. what the hell is happening to this country. damn.
2007-01-22
11:21:43 ·
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Rather than asking for money here, why don't you try something unique? They have come up with a new way to get money. It is called:
WORK!!!
Work is where you trade your skill and labor for cash!!! You earn money, and you pay for things you want!!! You could even look at the advanced version, called a second job!! That is where you "work" at one job, and then you go to a second place and "work" for them!!
You may also look at a dental school to see if you can get the work done for a lower price!! Students need to learn and you need your teeth fixed,.
The best place to find a helping hand is at the end of your own arm!!
2007-01-22 11:17:50
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answered by fire4511 7
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I totally feel and understand your frustration. I see this everyday working in a dental practice. People neglect their teeth for so long and then it costs and arm and a leg to have everything fixed. First of all don't get down. There are a lot of good dental schools that can do your treatment for a lot less than fifteen grand. These are basically dental students in training, but they have good dental instructors standing over them at all times so you will get good care, don't worry about that. Finding a dental school is a good option for you as dentists in training have access to the latest technology and studies, so you may well be better off than a dentist that has been practicing for many years. Do some research and find a dental school that is close to you and try to make an appointment. Insurance is helpful for simple things, but for major restorative work it just does not cut it. Most people with dental insurance have around one thousand to two thousand max. allowable per year that they will pay, so relying on dental insurance, as you know is not going to really help. Find a dental school to help you with your much needed work, Even if you have to fly somewhere, you may come out cheaper than trying to get your work done in a private practice. Also find out about other options like partials while still expensive, can cost less than a bridge. Also don't be afraid to get second and third opinions, you may find a dentist that can do your work for cheaper than fifteen thousand. While this amount of money may seem shocking to many, it really is not a lot compared to what other people have shelled out for their mouths. We have had patients pay as much as forty thousand to have their mouths fully restored. So try to keep a positive attitude, and keep praying, your prayers will be answered when the time is right. Don't despair. I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me. My best to you. I have seen people go through the same thing as you are going through, and you will find a way just keep looking.
2007-01-22 12:52:28
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answered by perioligament 4
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Could you get the work done over the course of a year or two? Most dentist offices can work out a payment plan for you. My dentist will work on my worst teeth first until my insurance runs out, which is $1500. Not much for someone with bad teeth like mine. I've had all my wisdom teeth pulled, four upper molars pulled, one lower molar pulled, about 20 root canals, and extensive tooth reconstruction. I also have several surface cavities on my front teeth but they are minor compared to what was going on in my back teeth. Altogether over the course of 5 years it has cost me several thousand dollars after insurance to get all this fixed, and I'm only halfway done. I really do sympathize with your situation, and if I was able to I would send you some money. I know you want to get it all done right now but if you don't have the money it will just have to be done over time.
If you want to get in touch with me, my email address is pinkrosesandpeace@yahoo.com
2007-01-24 04:48:11
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answered by Pink1967 4
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Well I'm no expert and I know that 15,000 is a lot of money. You could try getting a job and storing your money in an account that gets interest. Also, what I have found profitable, is go through your house and find things that you dont need like stuff that cost some money. Go find them and try to sell them on ebay. You have no idea what people will buy. Also try getting some insurance. They should be able to help you out.
I know these are minor ideas but I actually am trying to help.
2007-01-22 13:35:35
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answered by jim 3
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you might want to arrange with your dentist to go through the whole proposed process bit by bit.
I have a friend who has 15 cavities to be filled, 1 root canel + crown & a ful mouth & gum cleaning.
@ that point in time, she was just a student hence there's no way she can afford the treatment. Later she worked out a plan with her dentist which takes her almost 5 months to complete the whole treatment process. Now she's free of dental problem just visiting the dentist every 6 months.
I'm not sure if your teeth can wait that long anyway, you might want to try talking to your dentist. ;)
2007-01-23 03:12:12
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answered by little sal 2
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Have you looked into getting false teeth? I know its the last thing you want to think about, but it would be a lot cheaper and in the end you get a perfect smile with no more worries of cavities. If you have health insurance, it may pay for the removal of the teeth.
2007-01-22 11:18:38
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answered by DNA 6
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If I were in your shoes I would just have all my teeth pulled and get false teeth. If they are bad enough to need 15,000 of work it will only be a matter of time till you have to get false teeth anyway so I would have them all pulled and get false teeth.
2007-01-24 12:40:11
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answered by nicholasvillebear 2
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I'm in stitches reading this. How could anybody actually be stupid enough to send money over the net with no way of knowing if its real? Besides, your spelling and grammar does not scream "dentist" or even "I graduated from college". Try again.
2007-01-22 11:13:57
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answered by Mr. NoneofYourbusiness 3
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Don't pay any attention to any those stupid people that think they are better then anyone else.Why don't you ask your dentist office if they have any kind of plane to pay off the 15,000.Like payments
2007-01-22 11:44:11
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answered by ?Whiskey Girl? 4
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Go to Tijuana
2007-01-22 11:12:36
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answered by Anonymous
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