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| Wed, 09-09-2009 - 10:47pm |
Well, taking care of my teeth is important, right? I finally went to get my dental cleaning done after 2 years of absence. I already know I need some things done. But it will be hard financially. I going to get

This past May I went to the dentist after about a 16 month absence. I needed 3 crowns and 4 cavities filled. I was terribly upset. BUT, I vowed to take care of it NOW.
I have good dental insurance (thank God) and so far I've had two crowns and two cavities filled. I have the remaining crown and two cavities scheduled for the end of September. I vowed to make these appointments, deal with the mouth pain and never skip a 6 month visit again.
You can only move forward. You can't go back and wish you went to the dentist sooner. Out of pocket I will probably owe my dentist about $1,000 for all of my work. Thankfully my dentist will bill me and I will pay monthly - interest free. Perhaps your dentist can do this and you can pay $50 a month until the holidays and then pay the balance after?
I plan on paying my dentist at least $100 a month but more if I can afford it. They did good work and they deserve their money.
Hugs to you.
Dear Marie,
LOL!
Save your teeth. Bridges and dentures are no fun and not cheap. So avoid a dental emergency now.My brother is on disability but had to buy his own dentures for $1,500.
As for holidays, more stores are offering lay-a-way.
I too need to finish some dental work.
Norma
"Patience is the best remedy for every trouble"- Plautus