No dentist in years = no teeth?!


Question: i am 20 and i havent seen a dentist since i was 13..... am i gonna loose my teeth.... i've tried to see one but for some time my mom and i werent talking and she would give me any info on stuff like that..... i would love to go see one... does anyone know how to get to a dentist or any insurance that is'nt too expensive cuz i make nothing already.... please help me....i like my teeth... i would love to have them until i'm suppose to loose them....


Answers: i am 20 and i havent seen a dentist since i was 13..... am i gonna loose my teeth.... i've tried to see one but for some time my mom and i werent talking and she would give me any info on stuff like that..... i would love to go see one... does anyone know how to get to a dentist or any insurance that is'nt too expensive cuz i make nothing already.... please help me....i like my teeth... i would love to have them until i'm suppose to loose them....

Unfortunately all dentists are expensive, and no insurance is cheap, but dentistry schools do offer discounts and payment plans, and it's all done by graduate (BS or above) students and supervised by a dr. If there are any in your area, try one of those.

Try the city health clinics. Even though you won't get an appointment until the next month or so, at least you're getting free dental work.

Well, dentists like to get paid, so if you qualify for low income dental care you can check with your local clinic in your area, or the closest major city by you. You have to start off with x-rays and just take one step at a time. If you do it one by one, it makes it easier to deal with. Call around...you will be surprised at how many places take low income people and help them out.

Don't go to a low income dentist. Some of them will try to talk you into getting all your teeth pulled even for a slight reason, because it costs the insurance companies less money. Instead, ask your friends for a dental recomendation.

You can't blame you mom after 18. Hate to tell you that, but it needed to be said. If you brush and floss like your suppose to then that helps a ton. Insurance is very expensive. Get a got that has dental. After your probation period (when you first start a job they don't give you medical, it usually takes 3 months) call your insurance company and ask for a list of dentists they cover in your area. Go to one of the dentists and they will take care of it.

If you continue like this you will lose them or destroy them so the look horrible.

it isn't cheap but if you need it, you should definitely go in. you should know how to brush and floss effectively, and if you have cavities or gum problems that aren't taken care of, you will in fact lose your teeth. find an inexpensive dental clinic by asking around and when you call for an appt, ASK about the charges first.

they often do unnecessary stuff so you need to know where to draw the line: e.g. they love to take X-rays to find pinpoint cavities or below-the-gumline problems, but for someone young it may not be necessary -- depends on how well you've been caring for your mouth.

it's your mouth and your money, so don't let them do a bunch of stuff that you're not convinced is absolutely necessary. they can do a visual exam without taking Xrays, to find cavities, gum disease, etc. then ask them to prepare a cost estimate before doing the work. it doesn't have to all be done at once.

take charge of your health. milllions of Americans have no health insurance and we manage by taking extra precautions. FYI dental insurance doesn't cover much anyway -- an exam once or twice a year (including Xrays) and a light cleaning. Anything else is only partly covered with serious copayments by the insured. It is not a free ride, contrary to common expectations. Your premiums would run about $30/month (rough guess for someone your age), so ask yourself how much dental work you'll need. if it's more than $360 worth in a year, then maybe it makes sense to shop around for a plan.

I you send me an pm(private message) I can help you out with a cheap plan.

Most of the answers have great information. One thing to keep in mind when you do see a dentist: the minimum x-rays that need to be taken are two bitewing x-rays and a full-mouth panoramic x-ray. These together with the dental examination by the dentist will provide you with a better idea of your dental health. Yes, dentists must make money to survive. But, they are also bound by their state licensure and state board to maintain a certain level of care for each patient. X-rays are mandatory in our office. An accurate diagnosis can not be provided without them. If a patient refuses x-rays, then they are required to sign a waiver that essentially tells them they are on their own if they have any problem. The dentist is not able to adequately see the extent of any decay or fracture without the x-ray. In addition, bone loss and gum recession is evident on the x-rays, not just the visual exam. Hope this all helps. Take the advice of the other answerers and take good care of your teeth until you can see a dentist. Good luck!

Some cities offer free clinics to those that can't afford it. You should check to see if anything like this if offered in your area. It's wise to visit your dentist every 6 months..just because you haven't seen a dentist is awhile doesn't mean you're going to lose your teeth. Make sure you brush twice daily for @ least 2 minutes, floss @ least once a day, and stay away from too a lot of sugary foods and drinks.





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