Why, as a single mom on disability, should I have to take my daugher to a dental school to have specialty work done on her teeth and gums. She has a rare genetic disorder, this is not cosmetic surgery. But no dentist that accepts medicaid will work on her and why should I really trust a student in a dental school to help her when established dentists wont even perform the work that desperately needs to be done. Aren't there any reputable dentists that will do pro bono work? I'm tired of hearing about things that are being done in other countries, what about our children in America. Why should my child suffer because I have a limited income due to disability. Just for the record, the dentist who did accept medicaid and saw my daughter was neglectful and didn't know what he was doing, now my daughter has an abscess and a fistula,that all could have been prevented if the dentist knew what he was doing. Anyone know of any reputable dentist that would do pro bono work on my daughter
2007-03-23 07:34:52 · 6 answers · asked by jules 1 in Health ➔ Dental
Well, I have had experience dealing with the government for health care. Does your state offer any other medical options? My son needed a dental physical to start school and I took him to the pediatric dentist at my local health department. I also looked into the dental schools since they accomodate low-income families. The students that do the work are actually senior level students and work under the guidance of seasoned professionals. You should be able to get referrals from either of those venues. You may also want to research local and national non-profit organizations or utilize a social worker. Best of Luck!
2007-03-23 07:48:58 · answer #1 · answered by michelle_emu4eva 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Where I live, there is a place that helps people with low income get the medical/dental work they need. My daughter was being seen at this place and the fees were far less, however, the dentist that was working here, left for greener pastures and they haven't been able to replace him with a dentist willing to take a lower fee to help the underpriviledged. You will likely have to call around, see if a program exists in your area, usually these programs are more in urban areas, but contact Medicaid and see if they know of any programs in your general locale. I agree that your daughter should not have to be seen by someone with less expertise, based solely on income, just because we are less priveledged doesn't mean we should have to receive inferior healthcare. I travelled two hours to receive quality dental care at a far lower rate, yeah it was a hassle and you need the gas and a car to get there, but in the end, I got the help I needed and didn't have to take out a loan trying to receive help.
2007-03-23 07:46:18 · answer #2 · answered by fisherwoman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Going to a dental school is not a bad thing. Usually they have additional resources that may not be available in a dental office. I work in a children's dental office and without know the specifics of your daughters treatment and special needs I can not say why they would refer you to the dental school. The children's dentists at the school are usually already practicing dentist that are going back to school for specialist training. Does your daughter need general anesthesia? This is usually not available in a regular office and would be better done at the school. There are A LOT of good and very very generous children's dentists in this country. I would suggest you at least go to the school for a consultation with a dentist before you knock it. I'm sure you will be surprised!!
2007-03-23 08:40:35 · answer #3 · answered by foofalina 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The sad fact is that you made a choice to have a child without a husband, or withouth the foresight to prepare for the eventuality that you would not have a husband to support your family. For any other women who are contemplating entering into the "single-mother lifestyle", there is an easy way to avoid these troubles. First, don't have a child outside of wedlock, you need a father to support you and your children. Second, purchase life insurance for you and your spouse, so that you and your children will be taken care of in the event that one or both of the parents dies.
It is unethical to expect other people to sacrifice their time and money to support you and your child. There are six billion people on this planet, and it is impossible for the 100 million American taxpayers to support every non-productive person on the planet, or even to expect them to support the children who are born out of wedlock here in America.
On a personal note, I am confident that your daughter will receive good dental work at a dental school. The dental student's work is checked by a professor, and the student will probably put a lot more time and effort into his or her work than a professional dentist.
Your question makes you seem like you have a persecution complex. You have to face up to the choices you made in life, and sacrifice in order to try to prevent your daughter from having the same problems as you when she is older. Learn how to live a life you can be proud of, and then teach those same character traits to your daughter.
Good luck and don't give up hope.
2007-03-23 07:51:04 · answer #4 · answered by billiardjay 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You should have to go see WHOEVER Medicaid tells you to see because there are people (like me) out here who work hard and have to pay OUTRAGEOUS premiums for health insurance because of people like you who pay nothing. Do you REALLY think it's fair that you should get the same advantages as someone who PAYS for their insurance? Beggars can't be choosers, now can they??
2007-03-23 07:40:33 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
you ask and answered your own question.
2007-03-23 07:37:27 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋