Sunday, August 2, 2009

Please Help! I have really bad teeth...?

I want to kill myself. People think I am mean because I choose to stay quiet, and not show my teeth. They think I am pretty, because I've spent years working on everthing except what is really wrong-my teeth. They are deacying and ugly. I have insurance, but it will not cover anything that I need ($1,500/year). Almost all of my back teeth are decayed, so It's hard for me to eat. I have been petrified of dentist visits. Today I visited a dentist. He explained to me that I am a severe case, and was looking at maybe $15-$20k in bills.





I am ready to take the steps, ready for the pain...But short on cash.





I don't even mind television. I am just tired of being a walking embarrasement, the not-so-trophy wife. Does anyone know of any special insurance/ways to pay for something so much (in NYC).

Please Help! I have really bad teeth...?
First of all, congratulations on making the first step to fix your teeth!! That's pretty major.


Secondly, get a second opinion.


All dentists are different.


Do things in steps. First, get your teeth cleaned.


Then, get out all of the teeth that have decayed to the point of needing to be extracted.


Next, have root canals and crowns put on the teeth that need them. All of these things take time.


Have fillings put in the teeth that need them in between other procedures.


When your insurance is eaten up for the year, either wait for the next year to start another tooth, or call around and ask what different dentists charge for the same procedure. You'll be surprised at the difference!


Also, check local dental schools. Although it may be a little far away, the savings could be incredible.


If this all seems like too much, ask about dentures or a partial. Your dentist should be able to give you many options within your financial capabilities.


Best of luck to you!
Reply:Please go back to the dentist and have him fix the worst ones first. Sadly, this will be a long process, even with insurance. Believe me I am about halfway through getting all my teeth fixed and so far it's taken me 5 years to get my teeth looking halfway decent so I can smile a genuine smile with my teeth showing.





I was terrified of the dentist so I hadn't gone to see one for ten years. I finally found the right one who is sympathetic to my fears and doesn't yell at me for letting my teeth go for so long. I would eat and little pieces of tooth would break off even if I ate something soft. I was so embarrassed and ashamed of all the holes and partial teeth that I wouldn't smile or I would do the tight lipped smile with no teeth showing. I finally couldn't stand the constant pain and the depression I was feeling so I went to a dentist. The big picture of all that was wrong was highly expensive and overwhelming, but when the dentist broke it down into smaller parts it didn't seem too bad. Now I am going to the dentist once or twice a month to work on my teeth. But I am so much happier now that the worst parts are over. I don't want to take up too much time and space, but if you are interested in knowing more of my story, please email me at pinkrosesandpeace@yahoo.com





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Reply:Here in South Africa we have Training Facilities where you can have your teeth done by Dentists in Training with supervision for much cheaper than a normal Dentist. Don't you have such facilities there. Or you can come for a vacation and have your teeth done here the Rand Dollar is now app R7.50 for 1$ this should make your medical go futher. We have great facilities available with specialists in every field.
Reply:Hi, my company offers a perfect suppliment for your already exsisting dental plan. Formore info contact me.
Reply:Brush with a soft bristle brush after everything you eat. Use baking soda and hydrogen peroxide on the brush - not a lot, but enough that you can feel it on your gums. Your gums may feel irritated and may bleed at first, but keep doing it. The hydrogen peroxide is good for killing the bad bacteria. The baking soda is a stimulating agent for your gums and makes them grow. You need growth to keep your teeth from falling out.


Try to floss with flossing tape. It fits better between the teeth. If you are able to go way down into the gum line next to a tooth, this means that you have pockets in there where plaque has been allowed to grow uncontrollably. You may need scraping, but that is for the dentist to decide. Remember: be extra gentle when flossing and brushing so that you bleed as little as possible.


These two things will help you immensely if you keep at it. You have to be diligent about it.


Another that will help is what you put in your mouth. Do you smoke? If so, stop. Smoking is very bad for your mouth. Do you eat processed foods with sugar in them. Sugar is called by many names and you should read the ingredients on the label. Avoid sugar, including alcoholic products and all bread products. You will be surprised at how much sugar is in almost everything processed. Once you stop sugar, you will find that your gums are able to heal.


Was the discoloration caused by medicine? This is important, because it will tell how much restoration work has to be done. If your teeth have been this way for a long time, stay away from tooth whiteners, except by what the dentist recommends. He will be able to tell you how much enamel you have left.


Step by step, girl, you'll be ok, but you gotta' go slow.


Take Vitamin C, which helps your gums heal even faster. Then go see the dentist and do the first step on his list. Do only one thing of his at a time, 'cause otherwise, he'll take you to the po' house.
Reply:I was in a similar situation, others I know have been there as well. I suffered through years of endless toothaches and embarrassment because I didn't think I could afford to go to the dentist. While my dental work was not nearly as costly as what you describe, it was more than I could pay all at once. My insurance only covers $1000 a year. Most dentist offices will give you information about dental credit, but some people (like me) don't qualify. So what I did was get the most dental work I could get done up to the maximum my insurance would cover (getting the most urgent work done first). Then I waited until the new year and got more work done, again up to the max on my insurance. What's important is taking the steps to get the work done, no matter how long it takes.


$15-20k sounds like an awful lot. I would definitely check around your area to see what other dentists charge. If your teeth are really that severe, dentures might be your best option. They can be expensive, but they are covered by insurance, and you could get top or bottom done one year and the other the next year. Find a dentist who will work with you.


Good luck!
Reply:I had really bad teeth too. I had 2 partials already when I started high school and the teeth I had left kept crumbling and falling apart. I finally had all the rest pulled out and got full dentures when I turned 15 and I've never been sorry. Some people say I shouldn't have had all my teeth pulled out at that age but I couldn't afford to fix my teeth any other way and I couldn't take the pain of them breaking off any more. I like having my dentures and I like how they look,even if they do sleep in a different room than I do..
Reply:Get the most imprtant done first with your insurance. Get Family Health Plus...... Most Dentist will let you make payments... I would do that or you will end up loosing them... Are you near a Dental School Have them fix your teeth write them.. There are Mission that go to places and fix teeth maybe you can write on of them...



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