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Willdue · 09-14-2009, 05:27 PM

Well. Long story short. I knew my teeth were getting bad, and ive been desperately trying to get medical insurance the last year or so. But, i finally gave in, and went to the docs office.

All in all, I need about 10k worth of work. Im tired of feeling ****ty, and somedays I sometimes feel down right miserable because of my teeth. Its a genetic thing, which sucks, cause theres nothing I could do about it. I dont eat sweets, only drink water. Ughh.

So basically, anyone have any ideas? Cause i started paying for insurance, but I need to wait 6 months to have anything done besides xrays.

OutlawzPrez · 09-14-2009, 06:24 PM

Did you goto your local county assistance office and talk to them? it would be the same place that provides welfare. They might be able to direct you or even help you with emergency dental.

BoostedQuad4 · 09-14-2009, 06:30 PM

U can even looked on like(google) for cheap dental programs, there are some that are like 15 dollars that will at least help u lower the cost of ur dental bills. they wont be as helpful as benifits u might get froma job but help is help

angdefeo · 09-14-2009, 06:48 PM

Have you tried going to UPENN or Temple Univ Dental schools. They might be able to do the same work for much less money. They have dental students work on patients under the supervision of dr's. For allowing that to happen, they charge a lot less.

FocusDude · 09-14-2009, 06:58 PM

^^^
A guy I used to work with used Temple's school(iirc, some school) for anything dental. He swore by it and even used it over the dental insurance provided in his package.

OutlawzPrez · 09-14-2009, 06:59 PM

I heard good things about this too.

RSX Type-Slow · 09-14-2009, 09:27 PM

gold teef. fo' realz

but in all seriousness, wait the 6months and get the work done. tooth care is all about prevention. brush, floss, rinse unless it causes you pain.

**TROLL** · 09-14-2009, 09:40 PM

pretty sure you posted about this previously, or at least posted in a thread regarding cheap dental work that a member here was offering through a dental school. i'd try to look that thread up again since it had a lot of good info, and look into contacting some dental schools to see what your options are. explain your situation to them and hopefully they will be able to work something reasonable out with you.
sorry to hear things went as far and got as expensive as they have but you're making the right move by taking care of it. just bang it out so your health and your comfort and your wallet don't have to summer any more.

Willdue · 09-14-2009, 09:40 PM

thanks for the school ideas. Ill check them out

Willdue · 09-14-2009, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by TROLL

pretty sure you posted about this previously, or at least posted in a thread regarding cheap dental work that a member here was offering through a dental school. i'd try to look that thread up again since it had a lot of good info, and look into contacting some dental schools to see what your options are. explain your situation to them and hopefully they will be able to work something reasonable out with you.
sorry to hear things went as far and got as expensive as they have but you're making the right move by taking care of it. just bang it out so your health and your comfort and your wallet don't have to summer any more.

Thanks. Yea, its gotten to the point that it makes me miserable. And i cant take to wait anymore. Even if i have to take a credit card out

russiankid · 09-14-2009, 09:43 PM

If all else fails and you have for example cavities, you can fill those cavities yourself temporarily. Walgreens has this paste for this purpose. I know it works, it should last you the 6 months but I wouldn't take my word for it. Also, flossing is a must.

turbo4g63 · 09-14-2009, 09:49 PM

i was in the same boat as you. I had really bad teeth(crooked). It was genetic, since i ended up with the same jaw line as my dad which is too narrow. Luckly i took care of them and didn't need anything cosmetic. I ended up getting braces last november and the change is amazing. It cost me 6k out of pocket for my braces and my wisdom teeth were just pulled out a couple weeks ago, but that was covered through my insurance. Dental insurance is finicky for situations like mine. My dental plan basically covers basic cleaning sessions and fillings and such, but thats it.

Honestly, this is the reason i'm not driving a evo or sti today. I chose my teeth over a new car and i couldn't be happier with my results so far. It does wonders for your confidence. People who were blessed with great teeth don't understand how self concious i was about it and couldn't believe i got braces at the age of 23. In the long run this is a way better investment than say...dumping money into a car that i would have never gotten back....like my dsm haha

11secdsm · 09-14-2009, 10:08 PM

Even if you have good dental insurance you're still going to pay a boat load. What plan do you currently have? I haven't heard of a reputable insurance company forcing you to wait 6 months. I've been in the medical/dental insurance world for a long time and have dealt with many companies. I'd look into other options. You can get a stand alone medical/dental plan on your own for about 150/mo that will cover you right away. PM me if you need more info.

Willdue · 09-14-2009, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by turbo4g63

i was in the same boat as you. I had really bad teeth(crooked). It was genetic, since i ended up with the same jaw line as my dad which is too narrow. Luckly i took care of them and didn't need anything cosmetic. I ended up getting braces last november and the change is amazing. It cost me 6k out of pocket for my braces and my wisdom teeth were just pulled out a couple weeks ago, but that was covered through my insurance. Dental insurance is finicky for situations like mine. My dental plan basically covers basic cleaning sessions and fillings and such, but thats it.

Honestly, this is the reason i'm not driving a evo or sti today. I chose my teeth over a new car and i couldn't be happier with my results so far. It does wonders for your confidence. People who were blessed with great teeth don't understand how self concious i was about it and couldn't believe i got braces at the age of 23. In the long run this is a way better investment than say...dumping money into a car that i would have never gotten back....like my dsm haha

yea, it sucks alot man. Im glad you got yours fixed. Its not only confidence...I box, and getting hit in the head doesnt help lol.

11sec, PM me a list! I just signed up for Aetna (still gotta fax my papers in)

Willdue · 09-14-2009, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by russiankid

If all else fails and you have for example cavities, you can fill those cavities yourself temporarily. Walgreens has this paste for this purpose. I know it works, it should last you the 6 months but I wouldn't take my word for it. Also, flossing is a must.

I floss everyday, and mouthwash after every meal.

Drftpretty · 09-14-2009, 11:50 PM

Lehigh valley 17th and Chew Dental Clinic.

610-969-4370.

Its all you big guy.

Willdue · 09-15-2009, 12:01 AM

you know someone on the inside, sir?

09-14-2009, 05:27 PM	#1
Willdue Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Catasaqua Member #2000 My Ride: To many VW's iTrader: (3)	Anyone know the dental world... Well. Long story short. I knew my teeth were getting bad, and ive been desperately trying to get medical insurance the last year or so. But, i finally gave in, and went to the docs office. All in all, I need about 10k worth of work. Im tired of feeling ****ty, and somedays I sometimes feel down right miserable because of my teeth. Its a genetic thing, which sucks, cause theres nothing I could do about it. I dont eat sweets, only drink water. Ughh. So basically, anyone have any ideas? Cause i started paying for insurance, but I need to wait 6 months to have anything done besides xrays. __________________ Mark IV. Wayyy out there.

09-14-2009, 06:24 PM	#2
OutlawzPrez Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: The Lafayette Hill baddlandz Member #5364 My Ride: 1991 Silvia iTrader: (1)	Did you goto your local county assistance office and talk to them? it would be the same place that provides welfare. They might be able to direct you or even help you with emergency dental. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

09-14-2009, 06:58 PM	#5
FocusDude Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Lower Lower Bucks Member #6269 My Ride: 01 Focus ZX3 iTrader: (0)	^^^ A guy I used to work with used Temple's school(iirc, some school) for anything dental. He swore by it and even used it over the dental insurance provided in his package. __________________ 2001 Ford Focus ZX3 - To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. - To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

09-14-2009, 06:59 PM	#6
OutlawzPrez Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: The Lafayette Hill baddlandz Member #5364 My Ride: 1991 Silvia iTrader: (1)	I heard good things about this too. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

09-14-2009, 09:27 PM	#7
RSX Type-Slow Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: D-town Member #5868 My Ride: 99' Civic Si iTrader: (1)	gold teef. fo' realz but in all seriousness, wait the 6months and get the work done. tooth care is all about prevention. brush, floss, rinse unless it causes you pain. __________________ -Tim Dropped and swapped Civic Si

09-14-2009, 06:48 PM	#4
angdefeo Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South Phila Member #14238 My Ride: 09 WRX STi, 10 Evo X iTrader: (3)	Have you tried going to UPENN or Temple Univ Dental schools. They might be able to do the same work for much less money. They have dental students work on patients under the supervision of dr's. For allowing that to happen, they charge a lot less.

09-14-2009, 09:40 PM	#9
Willdue Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Catasaqua Member #2000 My Ride: To many VW's iTrader: (3)	thanks for the school ideas. Ill check them out __________________ Mark IV. Wayyy out there.

09-14-2009, 09:43 PM	#11
russiankid Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: May 2008 Location: Lincoln University PA Member #7769 My Ride: 2012 Scion tC iTrader: (0)	If all else fails and you have for example cavities, you can fill those cavities yourself temporarily. Walgreens has this paste for this purpose. I know it works, it should last you the 6 months but I wouldn't take my word for it. Also, flossing is a must. __________________ 2012' Scion tC 6-speed M/T.

09-14-2009, 09:49 PM	#12
turbo4g63 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: near west chester Member #1057 My Ride: 98' 4runner iTrader: (0)	i was in the same boat as you. I had really bad teeth(crooked). It was genetic, since i ended up with the same jaw line as my dad which is too narrow. Luckly i took care of them and didn't need anything cosmetic. I ended up getting braces last november and the change is amazing. It cost me 6k out of pocket for my braces and my wisdom teeth were just pulled out a couple weeks ago, but that was covered through my insurance. Dental insurance is finicky for situations like mine. My dental plan basically covers basic cleaning sessions and fillings and such, but thats it. Honestly, this is the reason i'm not driving a evo or sti today. I chose my teeth over a new car and i couldn't be happier with my results so far. It does wonders for your confidence. People who were blessed with great teeth don't understand how self concious i was about it and couldn't believe i got braces at the age of 23. In the long run this is a way better investment than say...dumping money into a car that i would have never gotten back....like my dsm haha __________________ Bill If you guys see a possum...try to kill it, it's not a pet!

09-14-2009, 10:08 PM	#13
11secdsm Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: May 2007 Location: Warrington, PA Member #4914 My Ride: '15 F150, '11 535xi, '95 M3, '04 Wrangler iTrader: (2)	Even if you have good dental insurance you're still going to pay a boat load. What plan do you currently have? I haven't heard of a reputable insurance company forcing you to wait 6 months. I've been in the medical/dental insurance world for a long time and have dealt with many companies. I'd look into other options. You can get a stand alone medical/dental plan on your own for about 150/mo that will cover you right away. PM me if you need more info. __________________ -Chris 1995 M3 LS6 swapped 1991 Eclipse auto- 725whp - 5.93@122 1/8 \|\| 9.14 @ 151 2006 Evo IX- 609whp-> (2.3L) \|\| 11.19 @ 128 ->(stock 2.0) SOLD 1997 Supra- 670whp- 10.91 @ 139 SOLD

09-15-2009, 12:01 AM	#17
Willdue Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Catasaqua Member #2000 My Ride: To many VW's iTrader: (3)	you know someone on the inside, sir? __________________ Mark IV. Wayyy out there.

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