I have severe dental phobia. In no small part thanks to that, I now have some pretty bad dental problems that will soon force me to go to the dentist. Can recommend a dentist near mid-town Los Angeles that is good for phobic people? I'd also appreciate any tips dealing with the shame that comes from a very neglected mouth.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 16, 2012 -
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Interviewing new dentists: please tell me about technologies or skills that are worthwhile but not universal, so I can ask potential dentists if they have 'em.
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posted by needs more cowbell
on May 16, 2011 -
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You are not my dentist, but did my dentist screw up and/or talk me into an unnecessary procedure, or is this just an unavoidable risk of a Laser Gingivectomy?
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posted by whoaali
on Nov 1, 2010 -
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So. I think I have an gum abscess. What happens after an extraction? Questions inside for anyone who has had one and anyone who needed a dentist while unemployed
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posted by KogeLiz
on Oct 12, 2010 -
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What tooth whitening options will a dentist recommend for someone with discolourations from childhood antibiotic usage?
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posted by JoannaC
on Oct 21, 2009 -
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(Technical material ahead!) Differing advice from dental specialists for an urgent procedure.
Situation: Failed apicoectomy (10+ yrs) that has developed an active and gross fistula. My current endodontist wants to do a repeat procedure, adding bone graft. Says there's a good chance of saving tooth, for "at least five to ten years." (Direct quote. If the tooth is cracked - xrays can't tell - it might require extraction.)
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posted by soulbarn
on Jul 2, 2009 -
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Let's say I want to go to Dental School. At age 38. With no medical or dental background at all. Is this foolish?
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posted by spicynuts
on Jan 9, 2008 -
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My friend is looking for a dentist in the 858 area code of San Diego area. Any recommendations?
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posted by Mookbear
on Oct 5, 2007 -
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What websites are popular with doctors and other medical professionals?
posted by bingo
on Aug 14, 2007 -
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Is there a significant difference in quality when it comes to getting your braces put on by a dental surgeon as opposed to an actual orthodontist?
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posted by mjao
on May 28, 2007 -
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Gross-ness-filter: My teeth are in pretty bad shape in terms of stains and fillings, what are my options?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 29, 2007 -
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SE Queensland Dentist Filter: I need a dentist. But I want a nice one, or at least a non-judgmental one—I've had mean dentists! Needless to say, this has stopped me from going for quite a long time. I have decided to get braces though, so I need to have my teeth given the all-clear before approaching an orthodontist. I also need a recommendation for the orthodontist! Brisbane / Gold Coast area.
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posted by mjao
on Apr 16, 2007 -
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My tooth doc suddenly urges me to get a frenectomy. Cause for suspicion? I like my dentist, who's skillful and friendly, but sometimes I get the feeling he's a bit too enamored of getting the latest gizmos and practicing trendy procedures.
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posted by rob511
on Feb 7, 2007 -
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I have terrible looking teeth and I'd like to fix them and finally have a nice white straight smile for the first time in my life. After doing research, it seems my options are braces (ugh, I'd be one of those dorky 35 year olds with braces), veneers, and caps (are there any other options?). What I'm curious about is the ballpark costs, benefits, and drawbacks of veneers and caps. All info online seems to be tainted by cosmetic dentists looking to make a buck.
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 29, 2006 -
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Is word of mouth the only way to find a dentist? For every other kind of doctor there are hospital directories online, and everything else it seems like you have to pay for the results. I haven't stayed in the same state for more than a couple years and can never find a really good dentist. They all end up being mediocre, and I would like to see a rock star dentist for a change.
posted by scazza
on Jan 21, 2005 -
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Orthodontics for slackers; I have a lower retainer (metal wire affixed at each end to a tooth with a metal band, behind the teeth) which was installed around the age of 14. It was supposed to be in place for six months or a year, something in that vicinity. My family moved and it was never taken out; I'm now 21. Is this harmful or just annoying? How painful and expensive will it be to have it removed?
posted by IshmaelGraves
on Jan 21, 2005 -
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I'm looking for advice on dental insurance. My girlfriend's employer does not provide it and she generally doesn't need it because she has magic cavity-preventing saliva. seriously, she's never had a cavity, never goes to the dentist! But now, she can feel one of her wisdom teeth starting to act up and probably needs an extraction. (others should probably be extracted while she's at it.) Should she go with bargain insurance (and can anyone recommend a good dental insurance company), or should she just get the work done without insurance and pay it back over time? If it makes a difference, we're in the Bay Area.
posted by badstone
on Jul 26, 2004 -
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