Q. The first dentist I saw said root canal and its possible for the tooth to brake during the procedure. The second dentist I saw said I had to have it remove by a oral surgeon. It is a slight fracture in the root of my tooth. You guys choose for me. I don't like to lose a tooth if it can be saved .
A. I hear you saying the first dentist says he will try a root canal but the tooth might break during the procedure. The second dentist says just have the whole thing removed by an oral surgeon. You are absolutely right to try to save the tooth. I would go with the first dentist. Maybe the tooth WON"T break, and he can do the root canal, and then crown the tooth. If it does break, then he might have to remove the tooth after all. Or it might break but there's enough left to fix a crown onto anyway. At least with the first dentist you are given the chance to save the tooth. Sometimes when the root canal doesn't work out (like if the tooth breaks off too short and has to be pulled) the dentist will give you a credit (not charge) for work he already did. It can really vary. If you are concerned about the cost or don't have insurance, explain to the dentist you want to try to save the tooth and talk with him frankly about the cost. Be aware that after a root canal, you will want to have the tooth crowned, so plan for this additional expense. After a root canal, the tooth gradually gets brittle and the crown protects it. You will never regret trying to save a tooth; it prevents problems later on. If you do wind up having the tooth pulled, consider getting an implant in that space.
How do I find a dentist to go to with Tricare dental insurance?
Q. How do I pick a dentist with Tricare dental and...?
I am trying to go visit the dentist and charge the bill to tricare dental. Do I have to go to my doctor first? I just got my tricare dental card in the mail. Now how do I find and choose a dentist. Is there a special process I should be aware of so that I dont end up with any unexpected bills?
I am trying to go visit the dentist and charge the bill to tricare dental. Do I have to go to my doctor first? I just got my tricare dental card in the mail. Now how do I find and choose a dentist. Is there a special process I should be aware of so that I dont end up with any unexpected bills?
A. You can go to the Tricare website to find a list of participating dentists. Then call the dentists' offices that you are interested in and double check. You are responsible for knowing what your insurance does and does not cover. You have a contract with Tricare. It is your insurance, not you dentist's insurance.
How do you trust a dentist that says your kids need braces?
Q. Understanding that dentists run a business to generate profits, it seems most will recommend braces for kids. How do you know if they really need them? A couple of dentist have said they are necessary due to an overbite, but isn't a slight overbite normal. When do you know that it's more of a cosmetic procedure rather than a medically necessary one?
A. There are two big reasons for braces. The first is to improve function--like if there is trouble chewing, or if the patient keeps biting his cheeks, or if the teeth on the top and bottom are contacting in such a way that the forces between them are higher than normal, causing wear to the teeth, etc. Also, in super crowded teeth there are more areas that are harder to clean with the toothbrush, so straightening them out can help to maintain good oral hygiene and prevent tooth decay.
The second reason is obviously cosmetics, and although there are "ideal" skeletal profiles that dentists learn about, this is largely up to the patient. Some people are terribly self-conscious, while others are just fine with the way they look and have no interest in changing.
Most dentists recommend an ideal treatment plan with the goal of making your teeth as perfect as possible in both function (which is always the most important consideration) and cosmetics. Unfortunately, the more expensive treatments are often (but not always) the better ones because they take more time and higher quality materials are used. I like to think that for most of us, the money is secondary. A huge part of the treatment plan is also based on what YOU (and your child) ultimately want, and if you are unsure about the benefits to you then you should definitely discuss them with your dentist before you decide if you want to follow through. S/he should also tell you what could happen if you choose not to put braces on at this point.
By getting a few different opinions and asking lots of questions, you should get a good feel for whether you and your child are ready to go through with braces at this point. The decision is completely yours, and all you can really do is just be as informed as you can when you make it.
The second reason is obviously cosmetics, and although there are "ideal" skeletal profiles that dentists learn about, this is largely up to the patient. Some people are terribly self-conscious, while others are just fine with the way they look and have no interest in changing.
Most dentists recommend an ideal treatment plan with the goal of making your teeth as perfect as possible in both function (which is always the most important consideration) and cosmetics. Unfortunately, the more expensive treatments are often (but not always) the better ones because they take more time and higher quality materials are used. I like to think that for most of us, the money is secondary. A huge part of the treatment plan is also based on what YOU (and your child) ultimately want, and if you are unsure about the benefits to you then you should definitely discuss them with your dentist before you decide if you want to follow through. S/he should also tell you what could happen if you choose not to put braces on at this point.
By getting a few different opinions and asking lots of questions, you should get a good feel for whether you and your child are ready to go through with braces at this point. The decision is completely yours, and all you can really do is just be as informed as you can when you make it.
How much would an visit to the dentist and a filling for a cavity cost without insurance?
Q. I haven't seen the dentist for a while and I'm pretty sure I have 3 cavities. I know it's a lot but I have always had weak enamel and try my best but still I get cavities. I even had cavities in my baby teeth even though I took good care of them.
So, How much would a visit to the dentist and a filling for a cavity cost without insurance?
So, How much would a visit to the dentist and a filling for a cavity cost without insurance?
A. charges vary from city to city and dentist to dentist... the best thing is to pick 3 closest to you and call and ask them.
now, you know, dental insurance isn't free. all those years that you got off scot-free, not paying monthly premiums, saved you hundreds and hundreds of dollars. that should be enough to cover your fillings.
now, you know, dental insurance isn't free. all those years that you got off scot-free, not paying monthly premiums, saved you hundreds and hundreds of dollars. that should be enough to cover your fillings.
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