Recently, I had to have my wisdom teeth extracted and a dental implant placed in my mouth. I was out of pocket about $1,700 – after the group plan I participate in through my employer paid out. What’s worse is that had I not had insurance, the whole fiasco would have cost me over $6,000! ...
Like many people I became fed up with the high cost of dental work and insurance. I began to research how to get cheaper dental care and better insurance. Not bad care, just less expensive. What I found shocked me. I did not realize what a pawn my family had become in my dentist’s game ...
According to a poll on Wellsphere’s Dental Health Community, more than 50% of people are sometimes afraid to go to the dentist. This fear can understandably increase when the dental patient-to-be is pregnant. There seems to be a lot to worry about when it comes to going to the dentist while pregnant. Infections, X-rays, and ...
According to the American Dental Association, seeing a dentist is generally considered safe and even recommended. Routine dental cleanings are important and you should see your dentist for a check-up every six months, including pregnant women. There are some cases in which you should proceed with caution and it is recommended to avoid any unnecessary ...
Many of us have been there, sitting in the dentist chair and hearing those dreaded words: “You are going to need a root canal to save that tooth.” Some may be afraid of the procedure, but if you have ever had a root canal before, you may just be afraid of the cost entailed. Root ...
A few of years ago, I was eating lunch at a restaurant in Georgia when I broke a tooth. I went to a dentist in town, who told me that it would cost $750 for a root canal and another $750 for a crown to repair the tooth. Since it did not hurt, I decided ...
I had wisdom teeth pulled many years ago, and I recently had some dental work that requires extra care. When teeth have been pulled or when dental work must be cared for with caution, it’s necessary to look for soft foods that can be eaten with minimal chewing. The following soft foods can be safely ...
Regular dental treatment is an essential facet of maintaining good health. But many Americans can’t afford to visit the dentist because they either lack dental insurance or their insurance doesn’t cover enough of the costs of dental treatment. Many people can see the dentist for basic treatments and preventive care, but they can’t afford the ...
The University of Louisville Pediatric Dental Clinic certainly has a way with kids. Many clinics involve long waits, waiting lists, substandard service and are avoided whenever possible. The University of Louisville Pediatric Dental Clinic has been a pleasure to work with. Horror of horrors, my son was in need of fillings. To make a long ...
If you’re self-employed or work for a company that doesn’t provide dental insurance then keep reading. Like doctor bills, dental bills can also be costly for those without insurance, but with an individual dental insurance plan you can cut down on your dental bills and get the dental work you need. Don’t let that toothache ...