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Hogs & Quiches & Prayers Round-up:  $27,000 in dental work.  |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22937 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
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 Posted - Apr 30 2012 : 9:10:10 PM
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My husband just returned from the dentist where he was told that he was going to need about $27,000 in dental work. Ugh. We definitly don't have that much money, even though we both carry dental insurance- it caps at $2,000 leaving us more that 10x short the amount needed. It will be just $10,000 to get his front four teeth repaired, and then he needs extractions and implants or somthing for 2-6 molars. We are a bit in shock. Him more than me. I knew his teeth were really bad and have been begging him to go to a dentist for years. Now it is almost insurmountable. We have been trying to get out of debt and are this close to buying a house next year. Now we aren't sure what is going to happen. I would greatly appreciate any prayers and positive thoughts.
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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prariehawk
True Blue Farmgirl
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Cindy
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Posted - Apr 30 2012 : 10:26:31 PM
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If there's a dental school near you, check them out. They may be able to do it for a fraction of the cost.
Cindy
"Vast floods can't quench love, no matter what love did/ Rivers can't drown love, no matter where love's hid"--Sinead O'Connor
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rphelps4
True Blue Farmgirl
620 Posts
roxanna
westport
indiana
USA
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Posted - Apr 30 2012 : 10:32:39 PM
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| I agree with Prariehawk, find a dental school in the area, they do good work, that where my daughter is getting her braces done, and she is very pleased. Roxanna |
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farmmilkmama
True Blue Farmgirl
2027 Posts
Amy
Central MN
USA
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Posted - May 01 2012 : 03:53:08 AM
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Great suggestions, gals. :) Holy moly! I didn't know that dental work could even cost that much! Eek! Praying that you will find an answer to this issue...
--* FarmMilkMama *--
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22937 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22937 Posts |
Posted - May 01 2012 : 05:39:50 AM
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Thanks ladies- We are definitly going to look into all suggestions. We are also going to get a second opinion from a dentist that I know from some time ago. I trust him. I'll keep you all updated as we get more info!
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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texdane
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Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
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Posted - May 01 2012 : 05:41:10 AM
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Holy Moly, Alee! I'd get a second and third opinion on that! Bless your heart!
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22937 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22937 Posts |
Posted - May 01 2012 : 07:19:42 AM
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Thanks ladies- unfortunatly it is pretty much his whole mouth. Six extractions, five crowns and almost every other tooth needs a root canal or filling or something. :( He has really trashed his teeth. :(
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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Lessie Louise
True Blue Farmgirl
1406 Posts
Carol
PECULIAR
MO
USA
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Posted - May 01 2012 : 07:29:07 AM
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Good luck! Sometimes dental work can be done a little at a time, not all at once. Get a second opinion and thee dental colleges are great!
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edlund33
True Blue Farmgirl
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Marilyn
Renton
WA
USA
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Posted - May 01 2012 : 07:41:58 AM
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Definitely seek another opinion. Ask the dentists you visit for a plan showing the most urgent procedures first, with the others to follow as money allows. Ask them about financing options as well. My BF had a similar situation with lots of dental work needed, and he has been slowly but surely getting the work done as his insurance will cover the work. It has taken a few years to accomplish but didn't break the bank. A good dentist will understand this and try to work with you. Good luck!
Cheers! ~ Marilyn
Farm Girl No. 1100
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
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Posted - May 01 2012 : 08:38:46 AM
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Oh, Alee! Oh! That's so much money... My first two thoughts were exactly those that the others have expressed: find a dental school (maybe a local University has a program, too), and not everything always has to be done all at once. My hubby needs dental work like that, too. He avoids the dentist like the plague because he just doesn't want to hear the same news your hubby received. But your teeth and gums are so important. I'll be praying for you... Please let us know how everything works out! Hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
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Posted - May 01 2012 : 09:29:54 AM
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Alee, that is such a shame. Pretty soon, no one will be going to the dentist. I will keep this situation in my prayers.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
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Posted - May 01 2012 : 09:32:06 AM
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Sorry, Alee. I just reread your posts. You were asking for positive thoughts. I was just angry looking at the cost of the work, and that got me so angry. I will keep your hubby in my prayers.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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FARMALLChick
True Blue Farmgirl
978 Posts
Lora
Alexandria
IN
USA
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6592 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6592 Posts |
Posted - May 01 2012 : 4:30:09 PM
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Alee,
I think Lora has a good suggestion here. Dentures today can sometimes be kept in the mouth all of the time and only removed for cleaning. They are so much nicer and more natural than they used to be. It cannot hurt to learn more about this option. The costs are outrageous for all of this dental work and something that will be a huge financial burden for a lot of years. I agree with all of the other farmgirls that you need to get another opinion, seek out a dental school and as many other leads as you find to get the best result for your investment. Good Luck!
Winnie #3109
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22937 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22937 Posts |
Posted - May 01 2012 : 6:06:44 PM
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Lora- I appreciate the idea- but at 32 he definitly doesn't want to lose all his teeth. It might sound vain but that would be pretty emasculating for him, and he already has a birthmark on half his body that makes people judge him before they know him- he doesn't need to set himself up for more issues. We do have a young guy at our work that did that and his dentures never fit and gave him horrible mouth ulcers so he goes around without teeth.
We are going to do it bit by bit as we can- but we have 0 savings and insurance (even "premium" what a joke) only pays 2K a year. So we are going do it every couple of months- charge up the care, pay it off and do the cycle all over again. Yuck. Then he'll have more insurance money first of the year and we hope we can get it all finished up in a year or two. yuck.
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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laurentany
True Blue Farmgirl
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Laurie
Patchogue
NY
USA
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Posted - May 01 2012 : 8:45:08 PM
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Oh Alee- I am sorry to hear of this expense. It just doesnt seem right. I hope that you can find a less expensive solution, such as a university nearby etc. I totally sympathize with Doug- I too LOATH the thought of a dentist. Unfortunately, I live by the "aint broke dont fix it" motto when it comes to my teeth, and unless something is bothering me I dont go. Not the smartest thing to do, but between the discomfort and the prohibative costs, who can blame us? LOL
Praying for some good news for Doug. One day at a time and you will come up with a plan and make it work for you!
Hugs,
~Laurie
"Little Hen House on the Island"
Farmgirl Sister#1403
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nut4fabric
True Blue Farmgirl
885 Posts
Kathy
Morgan Hill
CA
USA
885 Posts |
Posted - May 02 2012 : 07:41:31 AM
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Alee Please don't let him think of dentures at his age. After teeth are extracted the bone will slowly be absorbed and later in life there won't be any left to hold the denture in place, this happens expecially on the lower jaw. I saw this many many times while working in the dental field. Dentures should be a last resort. Sorry he's going through this but at least he's doing it.
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nut4fabric
True Blue Farmgirl
885 Posts
Kathy
Morgan Hill
CA
USA
885 Posts |
Posted - May 02 2012 : 07:47:44 AM
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Alee another thought here.....I just had a root canal and crown on a molar and the dentist wanted to do a porcelin (white) crown on it at a very high price, I insisted on gold as it holds up better (a lifetime) on a back tooth, the price on a gold crown was HALF that of the porcelin. Saved about $600.00.
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22937 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22937 Posts |
Posted - May 02 2012 : 09:53:24 AM
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That's a good idea, Kathy! I will make sure that the crowns in the back are the gold or silver alloys. That could shave off several thousand. Thanks! :)
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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CanyonArtist
Farmgirl in Training
38 Posts
Heather
Greenville
SC
USA
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Posted - May 02 2012 : 09:55:46 AM
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Dear Alee:
Have your husband talk personally to your dentist to see if he can reduce the cost of certain procedures. Our dentist was able to minimize some of the costs, especially when he knew we had insurance. Your dentist will then let the accounts payable person at his office know. Remember to take all this is itty-bitty steps, no problem is insurmountable if taken one step at a time. I will be saying my prayers for your situation. Heather |
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
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Posted - May 02 2012 : 2:32:25 PM
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Alee: How is Doug doing through all of this? Please, let him know that I am praying for him.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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ptroupe
True Blue Farmgirl
1752 Posts
Portia
Johnson City
NY
USA
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Posted - May 02 2012 : 5:54:12 PM
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Prayers being sent your way. I would surely get more opinions.
Portia
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22937 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22937 Posts |
Posted - May 02 2012 : 7:07:40 PM
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Thanks ladies! Doug is pretty depressed- who wouldn't be? But I let him know that his teeth are a priority and I won't let him go without getting everything fixed and I think that meant alot to him. He's a pretty stoic sort so sometimes you can't tell what's going on inside which is funny because he is actually super sensitive. I'll let you know what the second dentist says.
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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ruthie218
True Blue Farmgirl
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Ruthie Ann
Indiana
USA
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts |
Posted - May 02 2012 : 10:47:50 PM
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I'm glad you'll keep us posted. I'm concerned, the most, about Doug's feelings. My hubby recently went through something like that. The amount wasn't that high, it was over $10 thousand. He was so upset. But to see his smile now, it was all worth it. Prayers will continue.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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City Chick
True Blue Farmgirl
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Deb
Chattanooga
TN
USA
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Hogs & Quiches & Prayers Round-up: $27,000 in dental work. |
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