I'm having an issue with my tooth. The root canal I had on my broken tooth in 2005 was supposed to get crowned eventually, but that was $800 that I didn't have.
Anyway, the filling that was put in was temporary, and it's been wearing down over the last 2 years...
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posted by cmgonzalez
on Jul 13, 2007 -
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Where does somebody with a mouthful of rotten and broken teeth get it fixed in New Zealand (Auckland)?
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 2, 2007 -
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How do I proceed with my unpleasant dental / periodontal situation? I have a 6-element frontal fixed bridge that was installed after an accident in 2002 that is in .. bad shape.
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posted by jake
on Jun 9, 2007 -
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Looking for a dentist who will work on a sliding scale / cash discount, or other options for someone who needs serious dental work and has limited funds, in Northern Virginia.
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 2, 2007 -
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Due to some psychological issues, over the last one to two years, I've brushed my teeth ... well, probably no more than ten times, total. Having somewhat exorcised whatever little demon caused this neglect, I'm now trying to work my way back to dental health; I need some encouragement that the next step isn't going to be dentures. As always, there's
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posted by anonymous
on May 31, 2007 -
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My wisdom teeth need to come out and my dentist referred me to an oral surgeon that only uses local anesthetic--no gas. Should I ask for another surgeon?
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posted by awesomedude
on Apr 25, 2007 -
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Dentist yanked grandma's ten remaining teeth; a few days later, massive heart attack. Connected? Inappropriate?
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posted by Scram
on Apr 16, 2007 -
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My teeth are a mess. I have a major lifelong grinding and chewing problem. The bottom set are very worn down, the top front teeth have crumbled in the past from chewing and I have crowns. I have numerous fillings and root canals and there are ominous cracks in several others. Is there a way I could solve this problem once and for all? I'm talking about fixing the teeth falling apart, not curbing the grinding. Assume cost is not an obstacle.
posted by vizsla
on Apr 2, 2007 -
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My dentist has sent me a bill for work done during two visits over the past couple of months; I thought that my insurance was covering everything, and my dentist's office never told me that I would be charged personally. I would like to dispute the charges; do I have a leg to stand on?
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posted by inatizzy
on Jan 20, 2007 -
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Looking for a good dentist in New York City (Manhattan or Brooklyn) who does crowns, bridges, etc. I know this has been asked before, but I'm specifically looking for a dentist who is amenable to flexible payment arrangements, i.e. payment plans.
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posted by dshargel
on Jan 5, 2007 -
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Please recommend a dentist in Chicago for a standard annual cleaning and general dental check-up. Prefer office location in Loop, Gold Coast, or River North. Thank you!
posted by MeetMegan
on Jan 1, 2007 -
8 answers
After an uncomplicated lower wisdom tooth extraction, what can you see with an ordinary flashlight & mirror?
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posted by spacewrench
on Dec 27, 2006 -
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My teeth have been in disrepair for several years now, and I've been saving my money for nearly as long to have them extracted (and replaced by dentures) en masse. Unfortunately, I discovered yesterday that at least one tooth has grown impatient with that schedule.
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posted by The Confessor
on Dec 13, 2006 -
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How much would a dentist charge to remove a mostly collapsed wisdom tooth (in San Diego), and how do I go about even finding the proper one?
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posted by Stunt
on Nov 25, 2006 -
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How much does it cost to see a denist in Auckland, New Zealand? Is the university dental clinic really cheaper or should I shop around?
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posted by shelleycat
on Nov 14, 2006 -
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I just got two root canals in the past month or so. First one was OK, tooth fractured after, but generally OK, it can be capped. Second one was behind it, i believe the first was #13 and second one was #14 behind it. It went fine...it feels maybe very very slightly sensitive, but i'll be damned, it's the next tooth behind it (#15 I assume?) that has been hurting (and which never had an RTC). It's been sort of very minor at times, then a little worse when I chew, and sometimes more moderate pain when I chew over the past two weeks. Past couple days it's started hurting more, kind of a dull ache, and hurts when I chew. Why would the tooth behind the root canal tooth hurt? Neither RTC teeth have been capped yet....
posted by Salvatorparadise
on Nov 2, 2006 -
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Dental tourism in India - anyone have any good experiences? I need several crowns done as well as maybe some implants. How do I find a respectable dentist, what are waiting lists like and what are the approximate costs? Are they fully equipped and painless?
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posted by vizsla
on Jul 30, 2006 -
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InTheMeantimeFilter: I've got a formerly filled, chipped tooth with exposed dentin that doesn't hurt .. yet. What can I do in the meantime before the dentist visit?
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posted by vanoakenfold
on May 28, 2006 -
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I need a new dentist. They've just opened a VitalDent in my neighborhood, and they've been marketing heavily with coupons for free consultations, cleanings, etc. What's the catch?
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posted by ThePinkSuperhero
on May 7, 2006 -
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Problem with UK dentist? prescribing drugs without seeing you. Need legal advice.
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posted by spinko
on Apr 26, 2006 -
10 answers
Can anyone recommend a dentist and orthodontist in Los Angeles or Santa Monica?
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posted by mam
on Apr 24, 2006 -
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1. fail to show up for orthodontist consultation
2. ex-wife gets the account in her name
3. profit!
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 20, 2006 -
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Visited the dentist today. It was suggested that I needed "scaling and root planing" to cure my periodontal disease. That and a "rota-dent" toothbrush. Would these really help, or would I be better to just floss from now on?
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posted by gavia
on Feb 20, 2006 -
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DentalFilter: Anybody else have their amalgam fillings replaced because they're old--NOT because you were worried about their possible harmfulness?
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posted by lilybeane
on Feb 20, 2006 -
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IANAL Dentist filter: So the dentist told my wife, repeatedly, "of course your insurance will cover this. Don't even worry about it." The insurance won't pay for it. We're stuck with the $400 bill. If we don't pay, our credit is hosed. Non-snarky suggestions?
posted by craniac
on Jan 6, 2006 -
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I have a friend here in the UK who needs some dental work doing and decided to combine it with a little holiday and maybe save some money by getting it done in either Poland or Hungary.
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posted by uk_giffo
on Jan 3, 2006 -
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I am looking for an equine dentist (a DVM) in upstate New York (near Binghamton) for some specialized dental work on my horse. The usual websearches haven't been successful in finding anyone. Any suggestions from mefi?
posted by bluesky43
on Oct 22, 2005 -
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