Impish Posted November 19, 2010 Share Posted November 19, 2010 *sigh* Long story short, he wants to remove all the teeth on the upper, and get a top set of dentures. That info cost me over $200, after the benefits were taken off. The dentures are 50% covered, so will 'only' cost me around $500. They're running the procedure (general anesthetic, number of extractions) by my insurance company to find out how much its going to be covered. Considering what it cost to get Tazzie's teeth fixed, I'm guessing I'll probably be left with $2000 to pony up with. Did I mention this dentist doesn't do payment plans? Because I need to be put under, it severely restricts my choices. :crying: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted November 19, 2010 Share Posted November 19, 2010 *sigh*Long story short, he wants to remove all the teeth on the upper, and get a top set of dentures. That info cost me over $200, after the benefits were taken off. The dentures are 50% covered, so will 'only' cost me around $500. They're running the procedure (general anesthetic, number of extractions) by my insurance company to find out how much its going to be covered. Considering what it cost to get Tazzie's teeth fixed, I'm guessing I'll probably be left with $2000 to pony up with. Did I mention this dentist doesn't do payment plans? Because I need to be put under, it severely restricts my choices. :crying: Oh, my goodness! I thought it was just one tooth?! You mean all your top teeth? I am so sorry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionfamily1999 Posted November 19, 2010 Share Posted November 19, 2010 Is there anyway to get a second opinion, or could he just take the bad tooth and get you a bridge? I've had so many friends go through this and they were all very happy with the results. I'm just surprised that so many 'young' people end up with all their teeth pulled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted November 19, 2010 Share Posted November 19, 2010 Oh, Imp -- I know a different outcome would have been so much better. So, here is my funny (and stupid) question for the day: You don't happen to be within a reasonable of a Dental School do you? Sometimes the work can be done at a dental school for a fraction of the cost? Sorry I have nothing better to offer.:grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted November 19, 2010 Author Share Posted November 19, 2010 Mariann, I do have a dental school...but they don't do general anesthetic. And yes, the problem is with one tooth...but he told me that to knock me out and take out that one, I'd be back in a cpl of months for another...then another...then another. The roots are apparently bad on them. He said he *might* be able to save 2 of them, but it would be a waste of money because with the meds I'm on, they'd eventually fall apart too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairfarmhand Posted November 19, 2010 Share Posted November 19, 2010 I am so sorry... still been praying for you though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted November 19, 2010 Share Posted November 19, 2010 Mariann, I do have a dental school...but they don't do general anesthetic. And yes, the problem is with one tooth...but he told me that to knock me out and take out that one, I'd be back in a cpl of months for another...then another...then another. The roots are apparently bad on them. He said he *might* be able to save 2 of them, but it would be a waste of money because with the meds I'm on, they'd eventually fall apart too. :grouphug:I am just so sorry -- it so totally sucks. I'm praying for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perry Posted November 19, 2010 Share Posted November 19, 2010 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommaduck Posted November 19, 2010 Share Posted November 19, 2010 :grouphug: I'm so sorry, Imp :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkle Posted November 19, 2010 Share Posted November 19, 2010 Ugh. I'm sorry :grouphug: It wouldn't hurt to check this out, and see if you have any other options: http://www.2ndopiniondentist.com/how_it_works.php Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perry Posted November 19, 2010 Share Posted November 19, 2010 This just makes me so angry for you. I know you can't sue your employer, but I think you can sue the person that did this to you. Have you had any luck trying that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted November 19, 2010 Author Share Posted November 19, 2010 I can't sue the individual b/c of an inability on their part to formulate intent. That, and they're basically covered by my employer. Can I just say how much it ticks me off when ppl toss around numbers like $2500 as if its nothing? Just b/c you could afford it doesn't mean everyone has that capability. Aimed at the dentist I saw today, of course. He said I could get the work done by Christmas, I'd just have to wait for the dentures to be made first. Yeah, thats the *only* consideration here. :glare: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionfamily1999 Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 I can't sue the individual b/c of an inability on their part to formulate intent. That, and they're basically covered by my employer. Can I just say how much it ticks me off when ppl toss around numbers like $2500 as if its nothing? Just b/c you could afford it doesn't mean everyone has that capability. Aimed at the dentist I saw today, of course. He said I could get the work done by Christmas, I'd just have to wait for the dentures to be made first. Yeah, thats the *only* consideration here. :glare: We have the same problems here. I still feel sick when I get a bill for over 200. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 :grouphug::grouphug: This happened to a friend of mine. In the end it wasn't so bad but the money... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m0mmaBuck Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 I'm sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 :grouphug: Dental problems suck so badly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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