are there any programmes on sky tv in the uk that show dental procedures and dentists in general
i do have sky tv.
and can you put on the channel and programme name
Dentists on tv?
They are running Robert Lindsay's "My Family" at the moment - I think that's as close as you're going to get
Reply:Try Channel 885. Teeth Channel.
It's got all the stuff about teeth you could ever wish for. Plaque, gum disease, floss, more about plaque,
Reply:No there isnt unless they do documentaries now and again. But if you look at the links below, these sell videos and dvds of dental treatments and oral hygiene instructions.
Friday, May 21, 2010
Are professionally made Night Gaurds better than store bought Night Guards?
My dentist says that I need to wear a Night Guard due to clenching at night. I am currently going through a ton of dental procedures to remedy something that the clenching caused. My dentist said that the Guard would cost me about $450 as insurance doesn't cover it. I don't want to spend that amount if I don't have to as there are Night Guards available at the local drug store for $20.
Are professionally made Night Gaurds better than store bought Night Guards?
They are better. But a store bought guard is better than none at all. The custom made ones are more comfortable and less bulky. But the important part is that you alleviate the clinching. So, for the time being, just do what is financially best. Another choice, if your insurance policy has 'Orthodontic Coverage', you could see an orthodontist and they could custom make you a 'Bite Guard'. Most Insurance companies will allow $1000-$1500 for Ortho treatment.
Reply:Your best bet is one made by the dentist as it will be made specifically for your mouth and molded to fit the shape of your mouth. Ask the office about time payments.
Reply:Professionally molded night guards are customized for your teeth, but my sister made the same mistake and paid $600 for a night guard not covered by insurance. She ended up moving and switching dentists, and her new dentist told her that the $20 night guard at the drugstore would have worked fine, it is basically to protect the teeth from grinding at night and the ones at the drugstore are just as effective!
Reply:i have bought 2 of the $450 ones,and if i had it to do all over again,i would buy one at the store.after having several thousand dollars worth of dental work done,my dentist very strongly recommended one.so i bought it and 4 or 5 months later,i had to have more work done in the same area,and the guard would'nt fit after i had all this done! at the time,i had'nt seen or heard of the store ones,but i would'nt give it a second thought now. they can also come down on the price($200) if they wanted to. my dentist did the 3rd time!!! good luck!
Reply:Yes, they are. The one you're dentist can make are more streamlined and are custom made for your teeth. I've seen lots of times where people who are wearing the store bought ones don't wear them because they are too big and bulky. Think of the guard as an investment. I've seen patients who have worn they're teeth all down and need full mouth reconstruction. That's a $30,000 to $40,000 worth of work.
Reply:Yes and no. The store brand ones are not comformed to your teeth, like a custom made one would be. But go ahead and try the store brand. Maybe try putting it in warm to hot water for a minute then cooling it for a few seconds and then try to shape it to your teeth.
OR visit a local dental college (any college that has a public dental clinic, search all local colleges in your area online, even community colleges) and buy an athletic mouth guard (only about 20 bucks or so.) that they will make for you at the clinic. Should be about equal to a night time guard. And if you are unsure you can ask the staff at the college clinic if it would work for nighttime use.
Reply:Of course they are. They are made exactly to fit your mouth only and the store bought is not quite the same. You are just looking at the price point and the dentist is looking to help correct something that is not good for your dental health. I would go with the one made by the dental lab.
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Are professionally made Night Gaurds better than store bought Night Guards?
They are better. But a store bought guard is better than none at all. The custom made ones are more comfortable and less bulky. But the important part is that you alleviate the clinching. So, for the time being, just do what is financially best. Another choice, if your insurance policy has 'Orthodontic Coverage', you could see an orthodontist and they could custom make you a 'Bite Guard'. Most Insurance companies will allow $1000-$1500 for Ortho treatment.
Reply:Your best bet is one made by the dentist as it will be made specifically for your mouth and molded to fit the shape of your mouth. Ask the office about time payments.
Reply:Professionally molded night guards are customized for your teeth, but my sister made the same mistake and paid $600 for a night guard not covered by insurance. She ended up moving and switching dentists, and her new dentist told her that the $20 night guard at the drugstore would have worked fine, it is basically to protect the teeth from grinding at night and the ones at the drugstore are just as effective!
Reply:i have bought 2 of the $450 ones,and if i had it to do all over again,i would buy one at the store.after having several thousand dollars worth of dental work done,my dentist very strongly recommended one.so i bought it and 4 or 5 months later,i had to have more work done in the same area,and the guard would'nt fit after i had all this done! at the time,i had'nt seen or heard of the store ones,but i would'nt give it a second thought now. they can also come down on the price($200) if they wanted to. my dentist did the 3rd time!!! good luck!
Reply:Yes, they are. The one you're dentist can make are more streamlined and are custom made for your teeth. I've seen lots of times where people who are wearing the store bought ones don't wear them because they are too big and bulky. Think of the guard as an investment. I've seen patients who have worn they're teeth all down and need full mouth reconstruction. That's a $30,000 to $40,000 worth of work.
Reply:Yes and no. The store brand ones are not comformed to your teeth, like a custom made one would be. But go ahead and try the store brand. Maybe try putting it in warm to hot water for a minute then cooling it for a few seconds and then try to shape it to your teeth.
OR visit a local dental college (any college that has a public dental clinic, search all local colleges in your area online, even community colleges) and buy an athletic mouth guard (only about 20 bucks or so.) that they will make for you at the clinic. Should be about equal to a night time guard. And if you are unsure you can ask the staff at the college clinic if it would work for nighttime use.
Reply:Of course they are. They are made exactly to fit your mouth only and the store bought is not quite the same. You are just looking at the price point and the dentist is looking to help correct something that is not good for your dental health. I would go with the one made by the dental lab.
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I have a $500 bounce protection on my account?
I have never used it, or been overdrawn at anytime. My question is; How does this work? I am needing to have some dental procedures done and may need to withdraw $300 over my balance. How long do I have to bring my balance back to positive? Also, If I do not have the funds, to keep it in the positive, would it be possible to bring it up then back down, several times in a few months span, until I can clear it altogether? Ex. Overdraft $300, next week deposit $400, but then withdraw $300 (putting me $200 overdrawn) etc.? Thanks for any help.
I have a $500 bounce protection on my account?
I'll answer your questions in order
1. they way it works is: you write a check or use your debit card for a purchase that is greater than what you have avaiable. Money then gets pulled from whatever your overdraft source is, like a credit card, savings account, line of credit and it covers your charge and prevents it from bouncing and being returned.
2.Most banks charge your account off after 30-60 days of being at a negative balance each day. It then gets reported to ChexSystems and you will not be able to open an account until that is cleared up. Going negative for a week only hurts your pocket. Your bank may charge continuous overdraft fees for each day you are negative, so it could add up real fast.
3.If you were to do that, the bank may shut down your debit card for abuse if you are in the negative continuously. For example, banks are loaning you money when you overdraw your account, but at the same time, if a customer pays the fee, then they just made their profit. Fees are a huge profit source for a bank.
Reply:Yes, but there MIGHT be a few linked to doing it.
Have you checked with the dental office to see if you could make a down payment and then set a repayment schedule with them?
Or, use a credit card if you have one and pay it off like you plan the overdraft.
Reply:Yes, you can use the overdraft in the sense you are speaking of (Positive, then take out more etc)
But beware, there are some mighty hefty fee's associated with using the overdraft...
Usually $5 for each withdrawal, then a monthly fee on top of that... If it goes into overdraft 3wks out of a month, you'd probably be looking at $250+ in bank fees.
Reply:Dont do it, you will get huge overdraft fees that you wont be able to keep up with! Use a credit card or go to your bank and ask for a loan or your parents.
Reply:First, you pay a fee to have them cover the money for you. Then, you will pay a ridiculous interest rate, like having a horrible credit card (usually about 19%) on the borrowed money.
Your best bet is to just talk to the Dental Clinic and work out a payment plan. For example, $300 now and $100 per pay check until the balance is paid off. Many times, they would rather work out a payment plan ahead of time than lose your business or not get paid because of a bounced check, etc.
I have a $500 bounce protection on my account?
I'll answer your questions in order
1. they way it works is: you write a check or use your debit card for a purchase that is greater than what you have avaiable. Money then gets pulled from whatever your overdraft source is, like a credit card, savings account, line of credit and it covers your charge and prevents it from bouncing and being returned.
2.Most banks charge your account off after 30-60 days of being at a negative balance each day. It then gets reported to ChexSystems and you will not be able to open an account until that is cleared up. Going negative for a week only hurts your pocket. Your bank may charge continuous overdraft fees for each day you are negative, so it could add up real fast.
3.If you were to do that, the bank may shut down your debit card for abuse if you are in the negative continuously. For example, banks are loaning you money when you overdraw your account, but at the same time, if a customer pays the fee, then they just made their profit. Fees are a huge profit source for a bank.
Reply:Yes, but there MIGHT be a few linked to doing it.
Have you checked with the dental office to see if you could make a down payment and then set a repayment schedule with them?
Or, use a credit card if you have one and pay it off like you plan the overdraft.
Reply:Yes, you can use the overdraft in the sense you are speaking of (Positive, then take out more etc)
But beware, there are some mighty hefty fee's associated with using the overdraft...
Usually $5 for each withdrawal, then a monthly fee on top of that... If it goes into overdraft 3wks out of a month, you'd probably be looking at $250+ in bank fees.
Reply:Dont do it, you will get huge overdraft fees that you wont be able to keep up with! Use a credit card or go to your bank and ask for a loan or your parents.
Reply:First, you pay a fee to have them cover the money for you. Then, you will pay a ridiculous interest rate, like having a horrible credit card (usually about 19%) on the borrowed money.
Your best bet is to just talk to the Dental Clinic and work out a payment plan. For example, $300 now and $100 per pay check until the balance is paid off. Many times, they would rather work out a payment plan ahead of time than lose your business or not get paid because of a bounced check, etc.
Toothy pegs?
Can any one tell me how much you would expect to pay for the following dental procedures on the NHS?
Filling; white/silver?
Stain/tartar removal with Hygienist
Crown replacement
Root canal
I'm trying to convince my boyfriend to go to the dentist, but he doesn't want to because he thinks he'll have to have a lot of work done. I'd like prices so a) he won't be shocked when he gets there and b) he carries on going so he doesn't need to have these things done.
Toothy pegs?
Since April ist of this year there is now only price bands
Band 1-£15.90 standard check which includes xrays and scaling/polishing.
Band 2-£43.60-this covers the above and any fillings/root canal treatment.
Band 3- £194.00 again this covers both the 1/2 bands and also covers any Crowns/Dentures.
The maximum fee on the NHS is band 3-£194, the fee will not go any higher than this.
White fillings are only available on front teeth on the NHS, if you opt for white fillings on back teeth this has to be carried out on a private basis and could set you back between £60/70 per filling- dont quote me on that though, im just using my surgery as a rough guide.
It's also worth remembering if you B/F does visit the dentist and finds out he need's Root canal treatment, and a crown to go over the remaining tooth, it will be silver crown if it's a back tooth, nhs dont allow white crowns on back teeth.
If he opts for a white crown this will have to be done privately and so will the root treatment, you cannot mix/match Nhs/private treatment on the same tooth!
hope this has been of some help!
Reply:http://www.nhs.uk/England/Dentists/Denta...
These are the NHS prices. There are three bands.
Hope this helps!!
Reply:He can always go to the dentist for a Check up. The dentist should go through with him what work need doing and how much it will cost.
You dont have to have the work done.
Phone arround and just ask for different quotes for check ups.
But if you can find a NHS dentist then your in luck. There like Hens teeth to find.
I had a quote of £350 for a root canal with a Gold filling.
Told it too much and so just filled it with white for aboout £100. But this was a private dentist whos prices are sky high anyway.
A smallish silver filling would normally be no more than 40-50 quid.
Reply:NHS dental prices have been simplified so you ONLY pay one of three prices for ANY treatment. The 3 possible costs correspond to 1) Basic checkup 2) Basic checkup and some simpler work 3) Basic checkup and more extensive work. So he can now find out what the most he could possibly have to pay and be certain that it won't cost any more! Hurray! The link from the first person has the prices. Hxx
Reply:Well it can vary from location but white filling around $75-175 depending on location/size and silver fill is normally slightly less. A regular cleaning/checkup/x-rays can run from $95-150 dollars but if it has been a very long time since he had a cleaning he may need a deep cleaning which is more expensive and can run up to $600-800 dollars for the full mouth and is necessary to remove buildup deep underneath gumlines that is causing bone loss/periodontal disease. Crown replacement anywhere from $200-1000 dollars depending on crown color (silver is cheaper than white/gold). Crown recementation if the crown has come off, if possible would be much cheaper, $50.
Root canal depends on tooth $500-1000
Reply:On the NHS it's £15.90 for check-up, scale and polish and any X-rays needed, £43.60 for fillings/root canal treatment and £194 for crowns/bridges/dentures. These amounts cover any amount of work needed within that band, e.g. if he needs a crown and 2 fillings it would just be £194. Bear in mind he might not be able to get white fillings in back teeth on the NHS.
Filling; white/silver?
Stain/tartar removal with Hygienist
Crown replacement
Root canal
I'm trying to convince my boyfriend to go to the dentist, but he doesn't want to because he thinks he'll have to have a lot of work done. I'd like prices so a) he won't be shocked when he gets there and b) he carries on going so he doesn't need to have these things done.
Toothy pegs?
Since April ist of this year there is now only price bands
Band 1-£15.90 standard check which includes xrays and scaling/polishing.
Band 2-£43.60-this covers the above and any fillings/root canal treatment.
Band 3- £194.00 again this covers both the 1/2 bands and also covers any Crowns/Dentures.
The maximum fee on the NHS is band 3-£194, the fee will not go any higher than this.
White fillings are only available on front teeth on the NHS, if you opt for white fillings on back teeth this has to be carried out on a private basis and could set you back between £60/70 per filling- dont quote me on that though, im just using my surgery as a rough guide.
It's also worth remembering if you B/F does visit the dentist and finds out he need's Root canal treatment, and a crown to go over the remaining tooth, it will be silver crown if it's a back tooth, nhs dont allow white crowns on back teeth.
If he opts for a white crown this will have to be done privately and so will the root treatment, you cannot mix/match Nhs/private treatment on the same tooth!
hope this has been of some help!
Reply:http://www.nhs.uk/England/Dentists/Denta...
These are the NHS prices. There are three bands.
Hope this helps!!
Reply:He can always go to the dentist for a Check up. The dentist should go through with him what work need doing and how much it will cost.
You dont have to have the work done.
Phone arround and just ask for different quotes for check ups.
But if you can find a NHS dentist then your in luck. There like Hens teeth to find.
I had a quote of £350 for a root canal with a Gold filling.
Told it too much and so just filled it with white for aboout £100. But this was a private dentist whos prices are sky high anyway.
A smallish silver filling would normally be no more than 40-50 quid.
Reply:NHS dental prices have been simplified so you ONLY pay one of three prices for ANY treatment. The 3 possible costs correspond to 1) Basic checkup 2) Basic checkup and some simpler work 3) Basic checkup and more extensive work. So he can now find out what the most he could possibly have to pay and be certain that it won't cost any more! Hurray! The link from the first person has the prices. Hxx
Reply:Well it can vary from location but white filling around $75-175 depending on location/size and silver fill is normally slightly less. A regular cleaning/checkup/x-rays can run from $95-150 dollars but if it has been a very long time since he had a cleaning he may need a deep cleaning which is more expensive and can run up to $600-800 dollars for the full mouth and is necessary to remove buildup deep underneath gumlines that is causing bone loss/periodontal disease. Crown replacement anywhere from $200-1000 dollars depending on crown color (silver is cheaper than white/gold). Crown recementation if the crown has come off, if possible would be much cheaper, $50.
Root canal depends on tooth $500-1000
Reply:On the NHS it's £15.90 for check-up, scale and polish and any X-rays needed, £43.60 for fillings/root canal treatment and £194 for crowns/bridges/dentures. These amounts cover any amount of work needed within that band, e.g. if he needs a crown and 2 fillings it would just be £194. Bear in mind he might not be able to get white fillings in back teeth on the NHS.
Where can i buy pure tea tree oil in metro manila? (philippines)?
as in the kind of tea tree oil used in this:
Bad Breath, Inflamed Gums, and Plaque
Tea Tree Oil, when used as a mouth wash, acts as a natural cure for bad breath, oral candidiasis, gingivitis, plaque, and inflamed gums. It also kills mouth bacteria prior to dental surgery and also reduces mouth irritation that is often caused by dental procedures.
* Add 3 drops of Tea Tree Oil to a cup of warm water.
* Use the solution as a mouthwash two to three times daily.
* Always spit out the Tea Tree Oil mouthwash. Do not swallow it.
* You may also add 1 drop of Tea Tree Oil to toothpaste when brushing teeth.
Where can i buy pure tea tree oil in metro manila? (philippines)?
The Body Shop sells tons of tea tree oil products....they may have it in pure form as well.
Reply:the body shop is a decent retailer but it's only 15% not pure.
but that would be sufficient.
Reply:Aside from the Body Shop, you can also try Healthy Options. They have branches in Shangri-La Plaza Mall, Powerplant Mall, Bonifacio High Street and Megamall. Here's the website: http://www.healthyoptions.com.ph/home.ph...
Bad Breath, Inflamed Gums, and Plaque
Tea Tree Oil, when used as a mouth wash, acts as a natural cure for bad breath, oral candidiasis, gingivitis, plaque, and inflamed gums. It also kills mouth bacteria prior to dental surgery and also reduces mouth irritation that is often caused by dental procedures.
* Add 3 drops of Tea Tree Oil to a cup of warm water.
* Use the solution as a mouthwash two to three times daily.
* Always spit out the Tea Tree Oil mouthwash. Do not swallow it.
* You may also add 1 drop of Tea Tree Oil to toothpaste when brushing teeth.
Where can i buy pure tea tree oil in metro manila? (philippines)?
The Body Shop sells tons of tea tree oil products....they may have it in pure form as well.
Reply:the body shop is a decent retailer but it's only 15% not pure.
but that would be sufficient.
Reply:Aside from the Body Shop, you can also try Healthy Options. They have branches in Shangri-La Plaza Mall, Powerplant Mall, Bonifacio High Street and Megamall. Here's the website: http://www.healthyoptions.com.ph/home.ph...
Where can i buy pure tea tree oil in metro manila? (philippines)?
as in the kind of tea tree oil used in this:
Bad Breath, Inflamed Gums, and Plaque
Tea Tree Oil, when used as a mouth wash, acts as a natural cure for bad breath, oral candidiasis, gingivitis, plaque, and inflamed gums. It also kills mouth bacteria prior to dental surgery and also reduces mouth irritation that is often caused by dental procedures.
* Add 3 drops of Tea Tree Oil to a cup of warm water.
* Use the solution as a mouthwash two to three times daily.
* Always spit out the Tea Tree Oil mouthwash. Do not swallow it.
* You may also add 1 drop of Tea Tree Oil to toothpaste when brushing teeth.
Where can i buy pure tea tree oil in metro manila? (philippines)?
qvc
Reply:You can try The Body Shop or a health food shop.
If you want to cure Bad Breath, use Oral-B 3 times a day.
Oral-B is an antiseptic and leaves a nice fresh taste in ones mouth, unlike some of the other mouth fresheners.
Use it in the same proportion as you use Tee Tree oil
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Reply:A tea-tree shop?
Reply:If you're having trouble finding it in retail stores (try pharmacies, and larger department stores), remember that you can buy pretty much anything online. If you don't have a credit card, look into using PayPal.
Yellow Teeth
Bad Breath, Inflamed Gums, and Plaque
Tea Tree Oil, when used as a mouth wash, acts as a natural cure for bad breath, oral candidiasis, gingivitis, plaque, and inflamed gums. It also kills mouth bacteria prior to dental surgery and also reduces mouth irritation that is often caused by dental procedures.
* Add 3 drops of Tea Tree Oil to a cup of warm water.
* Use the solution as a mouthwash two to three times daily.
* Always spit out the Tea Tree Oil mouthwash. Do not swallow it.
* You may also add 1 drop of Tea Tree Oil to toothpaste when brushing teeth.
Where can i buy pure tea tree oil in metro manila? (philippines)?
qvc
Reply:You can try The Body Shop or a health food shop.
If you want to cure Bad Breath, use Oral-B 3 times a day.
Oral-B is an antiseptic and leaves a nice fresh taste in ones mouth, unlike some of the other mouth fresheners.
Use it in the same proportion as you use Tee Tree oil
*..*
Reply:A tea-tree shop?
Reply:If you're having trouble finding it in retail stores (try pharmacies, and larger department stores), remember that you can buy pretty much anything online. If you don't have a credit card, look into using PayPal.
Yellow Teeth
First time cat owner to a shelter animal!?
A little intro first...
I asked a while back about getting a shelter animal, and today I adopted her! Her name is Jenna and she is a 6 year old domestic short-haired cat. I got acquainted with her today and tomorrow I will be taking her home (they need to do her dental procedures before she comes home.) I have never personally owned a cat though my family did for some time while I was a kid. I've already set up her litter box, food and water, her bed and toys and gotten a collar. She will be living with me alone in my apartment. She has been declawed, microchipped, and all of her medical procedures have been taken care of up to date. Her previous owners gave her to the shelter because she 'didn't get along with the new kitten.'
Now for my question...
As a first-time cat owner, how can I help her settle in, feel comfortable, and are there any things I need to know as a new cat owner?
Thanks!!
First time cat owner to a shelter animal!?
Here is a trick our vet showed us to help our cat acclimate to his new surroundings:
Put him into the room that will be considered his "sleeping quarters". Be sure the room has a door which can be shut to seclude him. In this room you should also put his cat box by the door, and his food %26amp; water bowls in the complete opposite corner of the cat box (as far away from the cat box as possible). His bed should be where it will always be. Rub a little bit of butter on top of both of his front paws %26amp; legs (not too much, just enough to make his paws a bit greasy), and confine him in the room for at least a week. Keep an eye on his paws, when he starts to clean himself, he has grown used to the room and considers it home (cats do not clean themselves when they are not at home). Be sure you interact with the cat many times during this process. You need to be in the room with him as much as you can, petting him, talking to him, playing with him, and if it's your bedroom, sleeping with him. Once he starts to clean himself, you will also hear him purr more often. Then you can let him explore the rest of the home. He will always come back to "his" room if he feels threatened or afraid. At this time you can move his catbox and food bowls to their permanent locations and show him where they are. He will find them on his own very quickly. After a month of exploring your apartment, you can put him on a leash and slowly take him outside to discover the neighborhood. He will quickly learn where home is and he will come home if he gets out. Remember that if you don't declaw him, he will have a much better chance of surviving outside.
It seems like a lot of work, but you will be happy with the results. We have moved 5 times since we first brought home our "kitten" and he never ran away. He is 19 years old now. The acclamation process worked every time, even for an old cat. The last time we moved our cat was 10 years old (7 years is considered a senion cat).
Good luck, with your new best friend!
Reply:the FIRST thing u should do (once u get the cat @ home) is IMMEDIATELY show it the litter box. Just take the cat, and sit it in there... It will smell it acouple times and know that this is the "business" area. Then, after that, just show it love and affection.
Some cats "relocate" differently than others. I found a free cat in my newspaper, and when I brought him home, he hid in our basement for like 2-3 weeks. Then, he started to come out of his shell. And it took him over a year to really start to like me....
Sometimes, it depends with an older cat, and how many people you'll have around that they have to get used to. Since you live alone, and in apartment (not a big house), you should be fine.
Reply:I brought in an "outdoor" cat that was headed to a shelter. He's been here almost 6 years and has never wandered. Just give her the love she craves. Show her where the box is and let her roam. Let her hide under the bed. Let her decide it's HOME. She'll love you always for it!!
Reply:Get a cardboard box and cut a door in it--and put in a towel, or a baby blanket. let the cat have as many days in its box as it wants, and it will acclimate at its own pace.
Speak gently to it, and move slowly around it till it relaxes. Stroke it when it comes up to you, and it will bond. Best of luck.
Reply:Keep her confined to one room for at least the first few days, preferably a quiet one. It's less of an upheaval to become familiar with a smaller area first. Once she's comfortable and you start letting her, she'll investigate the rest of her new home at her own pace. If she's nervous around you at first, one thing that might help is putting an unwashed blanket or item of clothing in her bed. It'll carry your scent, and she'll become accustomed to it and associate it with comfort.
Also, since she's declawed, make sure you keep her as an indoor cat. If she does slip out on accident she most likely still has her rear claws and would be at least partially capable of taking care of herself, but it's always safer to keep cats indoors if possible.
Some cats adjust instantly to their new surroundings, but some others can take months. Be patient and accomodating, and she'll bring a lot of joy to your life. Congratulations!
Reply:We adopted a 4 yr old shelter cat last summer. First thing we did was put her in the basement where her litterbox and food was and shut the door. The basement is a finished basement. We stayed with her until she looked around and used her litterbox. Once she used her litterbox (like 20 min later, if that) we opened the door and let her explore upstairs. She hid under the bed for a bit and eventually she would sit between my b/f and I. We kept her in the basement overnight for a couple nights or a week just to make sure she would use her litterbox. And we kept her there during the day when we were at work for a few days. I came home at lunch time to make sure she was alright.
After a few days or a week we let her roam the house during the day. She did fine, so we let her roam around at night too. She even slept between us on the bed. Unfortunately she isn't that cuddly to us anymore and just likes to be close by, laying on the floor near us, but not touching us, and laying at the end of the bed at night. Overall she transitioned well!! She is constantly purring and playing.
Good luck!!
I asked a while back about getting a shelter animal, and today I adopted her! Her name is Jenna and she is a 6 year old domestic short-haired cat. I got acquainted with her today and tomorrow I will be taking her home (they need to do her dental procedures before she comes home.) I have never personally owned a cat though my family did for some time while I was a kid. I've already set up her litter box, food and water, her bed and toys and gotten a collar. She will be living with me alone in my apartment. She has been declawed, microchipped, and all of her medical procedures have been taken care of up to date. Her previous owners gave her to the shelter because she 'didn't get along with the new kitten.'
Now for my question...
As a first-time cat owner, how can I help her settle in, feel comfortable, and are there any things I need to know as a new cat owner?
Thanks!!
First time cat owner to a shelter animal!?
Here is a trick our vet showed us to help our cat acclimate to his new surroundings:
Put him into the room that will be considered his "sleeping quarters". Be sure the room has a door which can be shut to seclude him. In this room you should also put his cat box by the door, and his food %26amp; water bowls in the complete opposite corner of the cat box (as far away from the cat box as possible). His bed should be where it will always be. Rub a little bit of butter on top of both of his front paws %26amp; legs (not too much, just enough to make his paws a bit greasy), and confine him in the room for at least a week. Keep an eye on his paws, when he starts to clean himself, he has grown used to the room and considers it home (cats do not clean themselves when they are not at home). Be sure you interact with the cat many times during this process. You need to be in the room with him as much as you can, petting him, talking to him, playing with him, and if it's your bedroom, sleeping with him. Once he starts to clean himself, you will also hear him purr more often. Then you can let him explore the rest of the home. He will always come back to "his" room if he feels threatened or afraid. At this time you can move his catbox and food bowls to their permanent locations and show him where they are. He will find them on his own very quickly. After a month of exploring your apartment, you can put him on a leash and slowly take him outside to discover the neighborhood. He will quickly learn where home is and he will come home if he gets out. Remember that if you don't declaw him, he will have a much better chance of surviving outside.
It seems like a lot of work, but you will be happy with the results. We have moved 5 times since we first brought home our "kitten" and he never ran away. He is 19 years old now. The acclamation process worked every time, even for an old cat. The last time we moved our cat was 10 years old (7 years is considered a senion cat).
Good luck, with your new best friend!
Reply:the FIRST thing u should do (once u get the cat @ home) is IMMEDIATELY show it the litter box. Just take the cat, and sit it in there... It will smell it acouple times and know that this is the "business" area. Then, after that, just show it love and affection.
Some cats "relocate" differently than others. I found a free cat in my newspaper, and when I brought him home, he hid in our basement for like 2-3 weeks. Then, he started to come out of his shell. And it took him over a year to really start to like me....
Sometimes, it depends with an older cat, and how many people you'll have around that they have to get used to. Since you live alone, and in apartment (not a big house), you should be fine.
Reply:I brought in an "outdoor" cat that was headed to a shelter. He's been here almost 6 years and has never wandered. Just give her the love she craves. Show her where the box is and let her roam. Let her hide under the bed. Let her decide it's HOME. She'll love you always for it!!
Reply:Get a cardboard box and cut a door in it--and put in a towel, or a baby blanket. let the cat have as many days in its box as it wants, and it will acclimate at its own pace.
Speak gently to it, and move slowly around it till it relaxes. Stroke it when it comes up to you, and it will bond. Best of luck.
Reply:Keep her confined to one room for at least the first few days, preferably a quiet one. It's less of an upheaval to become familiar with a smaller area first. Once she's comfortable and you start letting her, she'll investigate the rest of her new home at her own pace. If she's nervous around you at first, one thing that might help is putting an unwashed blanket or item of clothing in her bed. It'll carry your scent, and she'll become accustomed to it and associate it with comfort.
Also, since she's declawed, make sure you keep her as an indoor cat. If she does slip out on accident she most likely still has her rear claws and would be at least partially capable of taking care of herself, but it's always safer to keep cats indoors if possible.
Some cats adjust instantly to their new surroundings, but some others can take months. Be patient and accomodating, and she'll bring a lot of joy to your life. Congratulations!
Reply:We adopted a 4 yr old shelter cat last summer. First thing we did was put her in the basement where her litterbox and food was and shut the door. The basement is a finished basement. We stayed with her until she looked around and used her litterbox. Once she used her litterbox (like 20 min later, if that) we opened the door and let her explore upstairs. She hid under the bed for a bit and eventually she would sit between my b/f and I. We kept her in the basement overnight for a couple nights or a week just to make sure she would use her litterbox. And we kept her there during the day when we were at work for a few days. I came home at lunch time to make sure she was alright.
After a few days or a week we let her roam the house during the day. She did fine, so we let her roam around at night too. She even slept between us on the bed. Unfortunately she isn't that cuddly to us anymore and just likes to be close by, laying on the floor near us, but not touching us, and laying at the end of the bed at night. Overall she transitioned well!! She is constantly purring and playing.
Good luck!!
Softness where my wisdom tooth is coming in..?
where my top upper wisdom tooth is (or should be)it is soft, swollen and squishy, painful too!
I know I should get it out, but i'm nervous about the procedure (but not nervous with anything else containing to dental procedures) but i'm just unsure of what is going on..
Is this normal when a wisdom tooth is coming in? or is it infected? It just started today it's not too painful but when i touch it is sore..
Softness where my wisdom tooth is coming in..?
Sounds like you have an absest tooth. They will have to get it out very soon. That liquid as you are describing is pure poison. If it's not removed you are risking a lot more problems then just being scared of the procedure! You can face a bone infection. (Which is the absolute hardest infection to cure!) It will eventally spread into your jaw if not kill you first! Do not play around with this get it taken care of before it is too late! Try a dentist that will put you under for this one and get them all out at once. It will save you in the long run. We all have to face this in life! It is up to you to be responsible for yourself for your health sake! Call your dentist explain, he would probably be happy to perscribe the appropriate antibiotic to get you so you can be worked on! Novacaine usually doesn't work as well if not at all when a heavy infection is present. Hope this helps! Stop wasting precious time here, and get it done! Don't say you weren't warned!
Reply:The procedure is different for everyone. I had all 4 of my wisdom teeth removed a month ago, and I was eating solid food that same night. My face barely swelled up, and the pain was minimal. As for the softness and pain, I think that's pretty normal.
Reply:It sounds like the tooth is trying to break through the gums on it's own. That can be very tender. If the dentist says you need to have it removed then by all means do it. Don't be too worried about the procedure. I had all 4 wisdom teeth removed at the same time and was only semi-sedated to have it done.
Reply:You don't necessarily need to have it extracted. The tissue covering the wisdom tooth always get sore, swollen %26amp; sometimes bleeds when the tooth is breaking through the skin. Give it a few days, be sure to brush 3 times a day %26amp; don't use mouthwash with alcohol because it can irritate the tissue.
If you feel throbbing pain or persistent pain, that probably means that the wisdom tooth that is coming out is pressing against your existing molar, (i.e. it's impacted) and might need to be removed. If the entire tooth breaks through the skin with and has adequate room, you don't need to have it extracted.
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I know I should get it out, but i'm nervous about the procedure (but not nervous with anything else containing to dental procedures) but i'm just unsure of what is going on..
Is this normal when a wisdom tooth is coming in? or is it infected? It just started today it's not too painful but when i touch it is sore..
Softness where my wisdom tooth is coming in..?
Sounds like you have an absest tooth. They will have to get it out very soon. That liquid as you are describing is pure poison. If it's not removed you are risking a lot more problems then just being scared of the procedure! You can face a bone infection. (Which is the absolute hardest infection to cure!) It will eventally spread into your jaw if not kill you first! Do not play around with this get it taken care of before it is too late! Try a dentist that will put you under for this one and get them all out at once. It will save you in the long run. We all have to face this in life! It is up to you to be responsible for yourself for your health sake! Call your dentist explain, he would probably be happy to perscribe the appropriate antibiotic to get you so you can be worked on! Novacaine usually doesn't work as well if not at all when a heavy infection is present. Hope this helps! Stop wasting precious time here, and get it done! Don't say you weren't warned!
Reply:The procedure is different for everyone. I had all 4 of my wisdom teeth removed a month ago, and I was eating solid food that same night. My face barely swelled up, and the pain was minimal. As for the softness and pain, I think that's pretty normal.
Reply:It sounds like the tooth is trying to break through the gums on it's own. That can be very tender. If the dentist says you need to have it removed then by all means do it. Don't be too worried about the procedure. I had all 4 wisdom teeth removed at the same time and was only semi-sedated to have it done.
Reply:You don't necessarily need to have it extracted. The tissue covering the wisdom tooth always get sore, swollen %26amp; sometimes bleeds when the tooth is breaking through the skin. Give it a few days, be sure to brush 3 times a day %26amp; don't use mouthwash with alcohol because it can irritate the tissue.
If you feel throbbing pain or persistent pain, that probably means that the wisdom tooth that is coming out is pressing against your existing molar, (i.e. it's impacted) and might need to be removed. If the entire tooth breaks through the skin with and has adequate room, you don't need to have it extracted.
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What triggers the appearance of canker sores?
I had some minor oral surgery on Monday, and two or three canker sores have come up since then.
This isn't the first time canker sores followed a dental appointment. Are there dental procedures that might trigger the outbreak of the sores?
They're on the same side of my mouth as the surgery, but not actually where the surgery took place. Neither are they the points where novocaine was injected.
What triggers the appearance of canker sores?
For one thing, nervousness and stress can cause them. When I was really stressed out from my bf and school I got one. Google it. Also, after your mouth has gone through some stress it's possible that it's just not healing very well. =) To help the pain, Tanac numbs it and works great. I used that and mine went away in a day (stress related ones can stay for weeks).
Reply:Stress and trauma are the two most common causes of aphthae. Good Luck
This isn't the first time canker sores followed a dental appointment. Are there dental procedures that might trigger the outbreak of the sores?
They're on the same side of my mouth as the surgery, but not actually where the surgery took place. Neither are they the points where novocaine was injected.
What triggers the appearance of canker sores?
For one thing, nervousness and stress can cause them. When I was really stressed out from my bf and school I got one. Google it. Also, after your mouth has gone through some stress it's possible that it's just not healing very well. =) To help the pain, Tanac numbs it and works great. I used that and mine went away in a day (stress related ones can stay for weeks).
Reply:Stress and trauma are the two most common causes of aphthae. Good Luck
Where can i buy pure tea tree oil in metro manila? (philippines)?
as in the kind of tea tree oil used in this:
Bad Breath, Inflamed Gums, and Plaque
Tea Tree Oil, when used as a mouth wash, acts as a natural cure for bad breath, oral candidiasis, gingivitis, plaque, and inflamed gums. It also kills mouth bacteria prior to dental surgery and also reduces mouth irritation that is often caused by dental procedures.
* Add 3 drops of Tea Tree Oil to a cup of warm water.
* Use the solution as a mouthwash two to three times daily.
* Always spit out the Tea Tree Oil mouthwash. Do not swallow it.
* You may also add 1 drop of Tea Tree Oil to toothpaste when brushing teeth.
Where can i buy pure tea tree oil in metro manila? (philippines)?
Try look in the pharmacy.
Bad Breath, Inflamed Gums, and Plaque
Tea Tree Oil, when used as a mouth wash, acts as a natural cure for bad breath, oral candidiasis, gingivitis, plaque, and inflamed gums. It also kills mouth bacteria prior to dental surgery and also reduces mouth irritation that is often caused by dental procedures.
* Add 3 drops of Tea Tree Oil to a cup of warm water.
* Use the solution as a mouthwash two to three times daily.
* Always spit out the Tea Tree Oil mouthwash. Do not swallow it.
* You may also add 1 drop of Tea Tree Oil to toothpaste when brushing teeth.
Where can i buy pure tea tree oil in metro manila? (philippines)?
Try look in the pharmacy.
Is there somebody that can help financially - medical related?
Wife suffers from SLE and needs to undergo a surgical (dental) procedure. Medical aid conciders it to be cosmetic, so they wont pay for the procedures - but without teeth she cannot eat - need +/- R110 000-00 (SA money) we do not have the capital. Doctor's reports available. The longer we wait the more damage there is to teeth and her health - she already lost about 10 kg's. Please if there is somebody out there to help we'd appreciate it!!
Teeth fall out and break for nothing - she cannot chew and docters say normal "false teeth" in her case will not be of any benefit, since she does not have saliva available in mouth and mouth sores will be the order of the day - due to SLE. Her jawbone is also deteriorating because 75% of teeth already lost!
Is there somebody that can help financially - medical related?
There's too many scams out to believe something like this.
If it's true, I apolgize but most doctors have payment plans available. I'd check with a few other docs to see what's goin on. You may also be able to ask the doctor(s) his/her advice on how to prove that the procdure is not simply cosmetic.
Reply:Let me chew over this one for a few days.
Reply:Sorry mate, but charity begins at home, my home, im having enough trouble keeping my own head above water to part with any of my hard earnt cash!
Teeth fall out and break for nothing - she cannot chew and docters say normal "false teeth" in her case will not be of any benefit, since she does not have saliva available in mouth and mouth sores will be the order of the day - due to SLE. Her jawbone is also deteriorating because 75% of teeth already lost!
Is there somebody that can help financially - medical related?
There's too many scams out to believe something like this.
If it's true, I apolgize but most doctors have payment plans available. I'd check with a few other docs to see what's goin on. You may also be able to ask the doctor(s) his/her advice on how to prove that the procdure is not simply cosmetic.
Reply:Let me chew over this one for a few days.
Reply:Sorry mate, but charity begins at home, my home, im having enough trouble keeping my own head above water to part with any of my hard earnt cash!
Can 'permanent' porcelain veneers be replaced? Is it difficult to detach the veneer? How is it done?
I had 4 veneers placed. They look more yellow then my front 2 teeth. My front 2 teeth are naturally quite white. I have had a nightmare dentist and he had no artistic eye. He even chipped the permanent veneers. The dentist is now complete and I want to go to another dental clinic and have completely new veneers done. My question is how difficult it will be for the dentist to remove the veneers? Also will it cause trauma to my teeth?
Thanks.....
Please make sure that you speak to other patients of the dentist before doing any dental procedures. It is unfortunate when one is at the mercy of a dentist ......
Can 'permanent' porcelain veneers be replaced? Is it difficult to detach the veneer? How is it done?
its quite easy to remove and replace them.. the dentist will just cut a fissure in the middle and then break it off the tooth using something looking like a screwdriver. it wont break the tooth... the cement is less strong and will break before the tooth.
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Thanks.....
Please make sure that you speak to other patients of the dentist before doing any dental procedures. It is unfortunate when one is at the mercy of a dentist ......
Can 'permanent' porcelain veneers be replaced? Is it difficult to detach the veneer? How is it done?
its quite easy to remove and replace them.. the dentist will just cut a fissure in the middle and then break it off the tooth using something looking like a screwdriver. it wont break the tooth... the cement is less strong and will break before the tooth.
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Do they use dams anymore?
Is it still common practice to use dental dams when doing dental procedures or have they become a thing of the past, because everyone I know seems to know them more from the sex-ed point of view.
Do they use dams anymore?
Dental dams are still being used but each dentist is different. We were required to used them all the time in dental school as a learning mechanism. Out in private practice, each dentist uses their own disgression. Procedures such as most root canals and certain fillings that require very good isolation will need them. They are pretty popular for young kids as to prevent them from accidentally swallowing something.
Reply:Dental dams are used any time the dentist needs to isolate a tooth. They are almost always used during a root canal and many pedodontists (specializing in children) use them because it keeps water and tooth "gunk" from going down the patients throat.
Reply:Yep, we still use them. Some office use them more than others. We use them for root canals and if we are having a hard time keeping the tooth isolated.
Reply:yup still used but every dentist is different
Reply:I use a dam for most root canals and many bonded fillings. If it is the quickest and easiest way to isolate a dry field, then it's my first choice. If I see 10-12 patients a day, I may use the dam 4 or 5 times a day.
Do they use dams anymore?
Dental dams are still being used but each dentist is different. We were required to used them all the time in dental school as a learning mechanism. Out in private practice, each dentist uses their own disgression. Procedures such as most root canals and certain fillings that require very good isolation will need them. They are pretty popular for young kids as to prevent them from accidentally swallowing something.
Reply:Dental dams are used any time the dentist needs to isolate a tooth. They are almost always used during a root canal and many pedodontists (specializing in children) use them because it keeps water and tooth "gunk" from going down the patients throat.
Reply:Yep, we still use them. Some office use them more than others. We use them for root canals and if we are having a hard time keeping the tooth isolated.
Reply:yup still used but every dentist is different
Reply:I use a dam for most root canals and many bonded fillings. If it is the quickest and easiest way to isolate a dry field, then it's my first choice. If I see 10-12 patients a day, I may use the dam 4 or 5 times a day.
How can you tactfully tell someone...?
That you want them to have a minor plastic surgery procedure? I know I'm going to get inundated with negative comments directed at me personally and at my inquiry, but I have someone special in my life that I've been with for awhile. The only thing is that I hate this bump on his nose, it gets in the way when I want to kiss him, and I really want him to just shave it down--but he refuses. However, he will do everything else to himself to make himself more attractive (i.e. hair styles, expensive clothes, costly dental procedures, etc.) I am in no way the hottest person alive, and I find problems with myself that I want to fix, but I am wary about it. I understand how he would feel if I brought up the issue saying, "What about getting your nose shaved down a bit?" So, what should I do? Be honest, and don't tell me not to be superficial. It's too idealistic.
How can you tactfully tell someone...?
Well, you are asking how to tell him you want him to have it done, but in the question you say "I really want him to just shave it down--but he refuses"... so it sounds like you have already asked him and he said no. So maybe you are asking if it's ok to DEMAND he get it done. That would be a NO. What if he demanded you get breast implants at the same time? I respect the way you phrased the question, and I am sure you mean well, but you can't ask him to get rhinoplasty for you. Did you know that persons who get nose jobs often wind up with allergies and sinus problems? There is no such thing as a little operation. If it really troubles you that much, you should get out of the relationship. That bump is just going to look bigger and bigger, and you are probably going to feel more and more resentful. You both deserve better than that. Good luck.
Reply:If it bothers you so much and talking to him doesn't help then you have a choice to make. You can either accept his decision to leave it alone or leave him. Pretty simple.
Reply:It seems like you have already approached the subject and he refused. How much do you truly care for this person if you are not happy with this "flaw"? If the situation were reversed, would you comply or just get bent out of shape for your loved one to tell you that you would be more desirable to me if you made this alteration?
How can you tactfully tell someone...?
Well, you are asking how to tell him you want him to have it done, but in the question you say "I really want him to just shave it down--but he refuses"... so it sounds like you have already asked him and he said no. So maybe you are asking if it's ok to DEMAND he get it done. That would be a NO. What if he demanded you get breast implants at the same time? I respect the way you phrased the question, and I am sure you mean well, but you can't ask him to get rhinoplasty for you. Did you know that persons who get nose jobs often wind up with allergies and sinus problems? There is no such thing as a little operation. If it really troubles you that much, you should get out of the relationship. That bump is just going to look bigger and bigger, and you are probably going to feel more and more resentful. You both deserve better than that. Good luck.
Reply:If it bothers you so much and talking to him doesn't help then you have a choice to make. You can either accept his decision to leave it alone or leave him. Pretty simple.
Reply:It seems like you have already approached the subject and he refused. How much do you truly care for this person if you are not happy with this "flaw"? If the situation were reversed, would you comply or just get bent out of shape for your loved one to tell you that you would be more desirable to me if you made this alteration?
What is the procedure when having your teeth whitened and the costs involved?
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procedure for whitening of your teeth?
What is the procedure when having your teeth whitened and the costs involved?
First you have to have your teeth cleaned the usual way. Then they make an impression of your teeth so that they can make a silicone frame in which you will be able to place the whitening material. When the frame is all ready, my experience was that the dentist performed the first whitening treatment. Then you get some whitening agents in a tube or syringe so that you can perform the treatments at home, two times a day for half an hour. All in all, the whole story takes about 3-4 weeks depending on the condition of your teeth. I was advised not to do the whitening treatment more than once as it weakens the tooth enamel. Also I was advised, in order to maintain the results, to use a whitening toothpaste. I am sure that the costs vary from area to area; I paid $400.
Reply:Involved are 4, 20 minute sessions in a row..total of 1 hr. 45 min to 2 hr.. The cost (what I paid) is about $400 american.
Reply:It involves having caps/moulds made for top and bottom rows of teeth.
You're given a carbamide peroxide solution which you inject into the caps/moulds. These you put onto your rows of teeth for several hours depending on the need.
A little of the solution is required. I injected too much last week and suffered the following night with tummy pains. I drank lots of water to flush out the toxins but it left me cold and shivery for a day or two. My dentist said there was absolutely no potentional harm in swallowing a mouthfull.
It does make a difference and cost me approx. £200
Best Wishes
Mary
Reply:Teeth loose their whiteness due to age,
cavities and eatingfood like coffee,tea,
cola which stain the teeth.Tobacoo and
some antibiotics also cause stains.
Commercial tooth whiteners use hydrogen
peroxide and are expensive and inconvenient.
A cheap and natural tooth whitening home
remedy uses few strawberries but certain
precautions have to be taken.I found the
information at http://tinyurl.com/ep7yg
procedure for whitening of your teeth?
What is the procedure when having your teeth whitened and the costs involved?
First you have to have your teeth cleaned the usual way. Then they make an impression of your teeth so that they can make a silicone frame in which you will be able to place the whitening material. When the frame is all ready, my experience was that the dentist performed the first whitening treatment. Then you get some whitening agents in a tube or syringe so that you can perform the treatments at home, two times a day for half an hour. All in all, the whole story takes about 3-4 weeks depending on the condition of your teeth. I was advised not to do the whitening treatment more than once as it weakens the tooth enamel. Also I was advised, in order to maintain the results, to use a whitening toothpaste. I am sure that the costs vary from area to area; I paid $400.
Reply:Involved are 4, 20 minute sessions in a row..total of 1 hr. 45 min to 2 hr.. The cost (what I paid) is about $400 american.
Reply:It involves having caps/moulds made for top and bottom rows of teeth.
You're given a carbamide peroxide solution which you inject into the caps/moulds. These you put onto your rows of teeth for several hours depending on the need.
A little of the solution is required. I injected too much last week and suffered the following night with tummy pains. I drank lots of water to flush out the toxins but it left me cold and shivery for a day or two. My dentist said there was absolutely no potentional harm in swallowing a mouthfull.
It does make a difference and cost me approx. £200
Best Wishes
Mary
Reply:Teeth loose their whiteness due to age,
cavities and eatingfood like coffee,tea,
cola which stain the teeth.Tobacoo and
some antibiotics also cause stains.
Commercial tooth whiteners use hydrogen
peroxide and are expensive and inconvenient.
A cheap and natural tooth whitening home
remedy uses few strawberries but certain
precautions have to be taken.I found the
information at http://tinyurl.com/ep7yg
Why isn't sedation used during gyn exams?
Ok, so a lot of females (including myself) are nervous or even afraid of getting gyn exams/pap smears. I was just wondering why mild sedation such as laughing gas can't be used to make this procedure more bearable? I mean, if it is used for dental procedures, why can't gynecologists use it also? And if another woman is required to be in the examining room if the gynecologist is male, I don't see any ethical problems with administering some kind of sedative during the procedure. So what is the problem? How much longer do women have to suffer before something is done about this?
Why isn't sedation used during gyn exams?
Being afraid of exams is pretty common. In fact the dr I was seeing the other day said how a woman walked out because she thought he was a woman and she couldn't face a man doing the exam. I don't like to go to men obgyns, but I am going to one now.
I think that your ideas make sense. You also might want to try self hypnosis - picture yourself somewhere else.
Best wishes.
Reply:WOW! I never thought anybody would be THAT nervous about a simple exam like that. And I am a woman.
No sarcasm intended, but if you're that afraid, maybe see a counselor?
Reply:i was afraid at first. but i had a female obgyn and it didn't hurt a bit. i can't believe i'd made such a big deal about it.
Reply:Fear and nervousness are psychological issues. There is no medical justification for sedation during this exam. Besides, patient participation is required. The majority of females do not "suffer" during pelvics.
Reply:Because they are not painfull, suck it up.
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Why isn't sedation used during gyn exams?
Being afraid of exams is pretty common. In fact the dr I was seeing the other day said how a woman walked out because she thought he was a woman and she couldn't face a man doing the exam. I don't like to go to men obgyns, but I am going to one now.
I think that your ideas make sense. You also might want to try self hypnosis - picture yourself somewhere else.
Best wishes.
Reply:WOW! I never thought anybody would be THAT nervous about a simple exam like that. And I am a woman.
No sarcasm intended, but if you're that afraid, maybe see a counselor?
Reply:i was afraid at first. but i had a female obgyn and it didn't hurt a bit. i can't believe i'd made such a big deal about it.
Reply:Fear and nervousness are psychological issues. There is no medical justification for sedation during this exam. Besides, patient participation is required. The majority of females do not "suffer" during pelvics.
Reply:Because they are not painfull, suck it up.
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Plss. do help me guys coz i hve gap spaces between my teeth and i dnt know what is the right remedy for it?
should i go for dental braces? or retainer?or other dental procedures? and how much does it cost to take a dental braces here in the philippines,?can anybody help me to find an orthodontist with a cheaper price and quality work?thanks!!!
Plss. do help me guys coz i hve gap spaces between my teeth and i dnt know what is the right remedy for it?
Go with braces.
I had the same problem and got it fixed by my dentist in a jiffy.
Reply:if you have health insurrance then your all good, and the best way to get a good referal for a dentist is go to a pediatric dentist and ask them for a referal. and yes a dentist can fix your grill.
Plss. do help me guys coz i hve gap spaces between my teeth and i dnt know what is the right remedy for it?
Go with braces.
I had the same problem and got it fixed by my dentist in a jiffy.
Reply:if you have health insurrance then your all good, and the best way to get a good referal for a dentist is go to a pediatric dentist and ask them for a referal. and yes a dentist can fix your grill.
To Nebula D?
Re: Why is Dental procedures so expensive. That is easy for you to say. Some people can't afford to go on vacation, let alone pay for dental procedures. It is easier said then done.
To Nebula D?
I'm not Nebula, but I feel your pain. When you come to the dental office, you expect certain standards to be met. In fact, if they are not met, you might just decide to sue the dentist. We have an office to pay for, a staff to pay and various other expenses to pay for. When it's all said and done, the typical dentist gets to keep about 35% of the fee collected and then he/she gets to pay about 35% of THAT to the IRS and another 3-5% to state income tax. This means we get to actually live off of one dollar out every five in the fee collected. For me, this means that my net pay is about $60.00. Okay, this is clearly more than most people make, but...
I had a service call to "clean my pipes" when our sewer line was sluggish. The gentleman was here for FIFTEEN MINUTES. I mean, from the time he rang the doorbell until the time he slammed his van door on his way out of the drive was FIFTEEN MINUTES. He took one cap off a pipe and did the plumber's equivalent of opening up a tooth for root canal with a 3 foot snake. That was all it took. He charged $169.00 for this, which was his minimum charge for a service call. Let's say that was all he could make in an hour, because he has to drive from one location to the next. This money is HIS money, as he answers his own phone and handles all of his own business. He has no salaries to pay. As far as I can see it, he had to pay for gas to get to my house and that was his only variable expense involved in the call. His fixed expenses are for his equipment. In my case, he used a snake that is exactly like one I saw at Home Depot for thirty bucks. Depreciate that over a 7 year period....... Nevermind. You understand what I'm saying.
Personally, after 8 years of higher education, I'd like to have a net income close to what the man who opened up my sewer pipe makes per hour.
I'd like to go on vacation, too, but you know what? When I close the office to go on vacation and pay my staff for THEIR vacation, there are no services being rendered to patients. No services mean no income. I have to make just a little bit extra every week through the rest of the year so I can afford to close the office for a week of vacation. My boss gives the STAFF paid vacations, but he doesn't give me paid vacations, because I am the boss.
To Nebula D?
I'm not Nebula, but I feel your pain. When you come to the dental office, you expect certain standards to be met. In fact, if they are not met, you might just decide to sue the dentist. We have an office to pay for, a staff to pay and various other expenses to pay for. When it's all said and done, the typical dentist gets to keep about 35% of the fee collected and then he/she gets to pay about 35% of THAT to the IRS and another 3-5% to state income tax. This means we get to actually live off of one dollar out every five in the fee collected. For me, this means that my net pay is about $60.00. Okay, this is clearly more than most people make, but...
I had a service call to "clean my pipes" when our sewer line was sluggish. The gentleman was here for FIFTEEN MINUTES. I mean, from the time he rang the doorbell until the time he slammed his van door on his way out of the drive was FIFTEEN MINUTES. He took one cap off a pipe and did the plumber's equivalent of opening up a tooth for root canal with a 3 foot snake. That was all it took. He charged $169.00 for this, which was his minimum charge for a service call. Let's say that was all he could make in an hour, because he has to drive from one location to the next. This money is HIS money, as he answers his own phone and handles all of his own business. He has no salaries to pay. As far as I can see it, he had to pay for gas to get to my house and that was his only variable expense involved in the call. His fixed expenses are for his equipment. In my case, he used a snake that is exactly like one I saw at Home Depot for thirty bucks. Depreciate that over a 7 year period....... Nevermind. You understand what I'm saying.
Personally, after 8 years of higher education, I'd like to have a net income close to what the man who opened up my sewer pipe makes per hour.
I'd like to go on vacation, too, but you know what? When I close the office to go on vacation and pay my staff for THEIR vacation, there are no services being rendered to patients. No services mean no income. I have to make just a little bit extra every week through the rest of the year so I can afford to close the office for a week of vacation. My boss gives the STAFF paid vacations, but he doesn't give me paid vacations, because I am the boss.
The worst procedure?
what is the worst dental procedure to have done and why?
and to dentists which procedure do you hate doing most and why?
The worst procedure?
according to me the worst procedure is extraction. i just hate it. i am a dental assistant and its really difficult for me to assist my dentist during extraction specially when the tooth is impacted. the procedure of pulling it out is really disgusting for me
Reply:Root canal very painful and time consuming!
Reply:I had a root canal and didn't think it was that errible. Having permanent teeth pulled was worse in my opinion.
Reply:I know someone who had her entire lower jaw detached and repositioned, then wired shut to heal. I think they took out her wisdoms at the same time.
Reply:Well fillings never really bothered me, it was the fluoride that was the worst.. as a patient.....as a dental assistant root canal therapy is the most boring, just measuring and irrigating.......very boring
and to dentists which procedure do you hate doing most and why?
The worst procedure?
according to me the worst procedure is extraction. i just hate it. i am a dental assistant and its really difficult for me to assist my dentist during extraction specially when the tooth is impacted. the procedure of pulling it out is really disgusting for me
Reply:Root canal very painful and time consuming!
Reply:I had a root canal and didn't think it was that errible. Having permanent teeth pulled was worse in my opinion.
Reply:I know someone who had her entire lower jaw detached and repositioned, then wired shut to heal. I think they took out her wisdoms at the same time.
Reply:Well fillings never really bothered me, it was the fluoride that was the worst.. as a patient.....as a dental assistant root canal therapy is the most boring, just measuring and irrigating.......very boring
I know I probably shouldn't have done this, and now I am worried......HELP!?
I am having 4 impacted wisdom teeth removed by an oral surgeon in February,%26amp; have been doing research online about the whole procedure. At first, I was scared of being put under general anesthesia. But now, after being online reading about it for a couple of weeks, my biggest fear is nerve damage. I have come across a forum/support group where people post their stories and questions about their nerve damage from dental procedures, %26amp; now I am very worried about this. I am 25, %26amp; should have probably had these teeth removed before now. A lot of people on the site have been dealing with pain and numbness in their mouth for years after having dental procedures. Some even have complete numbness in their tongues,%26amp;it seems to be permanent. I have had fillings%26amp;everything with no problems ever, but never any actual oral surgery before. Is there any way to prevent nerve damage? Any supplements I can take? SOMETHING?
I know I probably shouldn't have done this, and now I am worried......HELP!?
Your best bet is to do some research on your dentist. Ask him how many similar extractions has he done, how many patients complained of damage to their nerves, etc. You can also go on-line and do some research on him to see if anybody has any complaints about him. I, personally, had to have all 4 of my wisdom teeth removed, via IV drip and had no problems.
Reply:don't worry so much
I'm sure percentage wise the problems is a rare thing
Reply:There is actually a very little chance of any numbness lasting for years. Somethings take longer to go away than others do.
No way to prevent nerve damage and no supplements as this could affect the anesthesia. You just need to trust in the oral surgeon
Reply:you worry too much. go... get it done. ALL surgeries are a coin toss. but the odds are on your side. so please get yourself out of pain
Reply:Don't worry at all. Think about all the people that have had it done without any problems at all. These people on these forums are a small percentage that have had problems. Talk with your dentist and get more details about the procedure and explain your worries.
Reply:go to a good oral surgeon. check with the board of dentristy to see if there have been any problems with his work.
if there has research others until you have peace of mind.
Reply:i removed all my wisdom tooth though they were not rotting nor impacted when I was 24yrs old... nothing happen to me till now..
if your procedure was done by legalised dentists, why do you worry so much as they are trained professionals. hwr, if you are so worried, go see a dentist and request for an x-ray whether are there any damaged nerves thus far...
stop scaring yourself.
Reply:I think what you need to find out what the percentage of risk is. I, for instance, had 6 veneers put in a couple years ago, afterwards I read about how some folks who undergo the preparation for veneers, the stress of the reshaping of the original teeth can actually kill the root and inevitably result in a root canal and most likely a post being needed.
How often does that happen? I don't know, but I am glad I read it afterwards!
Any process such as this involves a certain level of risk, it is imporant you speak with a dentist you trust and has been used by friends or family to find out if this should be a major concern of yours. My guess as a laymen is that it really shouldn't be.
There are some good dental forums out there, they have helped me when I had questions, I don't have the links any longer but do a google search and you will find a few spots.
I hope this helps at least a little. If they are impacted and have to come out, then I see little choice. Go get the word from a doc, hell maybe even get a second opinion, but then trust in their talent and be brave. I am sure you are over thinking things-- I do it all the time!
Reply:Assuming you have an experienced and competent dentist - don't fret about it. Just about everyone I know has had wisdom teeth removed - I've never heard of any of them having such problems. Go get the surgery done, take a day or two off afterwards, then forget about it.
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I know I probably shouldn't have done this, and now I am worried......HELP!?
Your best bet is to do some research on your dentist. Ask him how many similar extractions has he done, how many patients complained of damage to their nerves, etc. You can also go on-line and do some research on him to see if anybody has any complaints about him. I, personally, had to have all 4 of my wisdom teeth removed, via IV drip and had no problems.
Reply:don't worry so much
I'm sure percentage wise the problems is a rare thing
Reply:There is actually a very little chance of any numbness lasting for years. Somethings take longer to go away than others do.
No way to prevent nerve damage and no supplements as this could affect the anesthesia. You just need to trust in the oral surgeon
Reply:you worry too much. go... get it done. ALL surgeries are a coin toss. but the odds are on your side. so please get yourself out of pain
Reply:Don't worry at all. Think about all the people that have had it done without any problems at all. These people on these forums are a small percentage that have had problems. Talk with your dentist and get more details about the procedure and explain your worries.
Reply:go to a good oral surgeon. check with the board of dentristy to see if there have been any problems with his work.
if there has research others until you have peace of mind.
Reply:i removed all my wisdom tooth though they were not rotting nor impacted when I was 24yrs old... nothing happen to me till now..
if your procedure was done by legalised dentists, why do you worry so much as they are trained professionals. hwr, if you are so worried, go see a dentist and request for an x-ray whether are there any damaged nerves thus far...
stop scaring yourself.
Reply:I think what you need to find out what the percentage of risk is. I, for instance, had 6 veneers put in a couple years ago, afterwards I read about how some folks who undergo the preparation for veneers, the stress of the reshaping of the original teeth can actually kill the root and inevitably result in a root canal and most likely a post being needed.
How often does that happen? I don't know, but I am glad I read it afterwards!
Any process such as this involves a certain level of risk, it is imporant you speak with a dentist you trust and has been used by friends or family to find out if this should be a major concern of yours. My guess as a laymen is that it really shouldn't be.
There are some good dental forums out there, they have helped me when I had questions, I don't have the links any longer but do a google search and you will find a few spots.
I hope this helps at least a little. If they are impacted and have to come out, then I see little choice. Go get the word from a doc, hell maybe even get a second opinion, but then trust in their talent and be brave. I am sure you are over thinking things-- I do it all the time!
Reply:Assuming you have an experienced and competent dentist - don't fret about it. Just about everyone I know has had wisdom teeth removed - I've never heard of any of them having such problems. Go get the surgery done, take a day or two off afterwards, then forget about it.
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Does anyone out there know a "ball park" figure for LUMINEERS BY CERINATE dental work?
Just wondering if anyone out there has had LUMINEERS BY CERINATE dental work? I would like to have an inkling of the cost
before I consult a dentist about this procedure. Any help at all would be appreciated.
Does anyone out there know a "ball park" figure for LUMINEERS BY CERINATE dental work?
YOU NEED TO ACTUALLY ASK THE DENTIST FIRST. PRICES CAN VARY.
before I consult a dentist about this procedure. Any help at all would be appreciated.
Does anyone out there know a "ball park" figure for LUMINEERS BY CERINATE dental work?
YOU NEED TO ACTUALLY ASK THE DENTIST FIRST. PRICES CAN VARY.
What are the risks involved in removing a dental bridge?
I had a dental bridge put in to replace two pulled lower molar about 8 years ago. Now the last molar that holds the bridge is giving me a lot of pain. The x-ray I took seems to suggest that there is an infection around the root area of the tooth. To treat the tooth (possibly a root canal), my dentist suggests to refer me to a specialist. Being a student I can’t afford the fees a specialist charges (the cost is going to be at least £1,000 according to the dentist). In the mean time, I was given antibiotics to stop the pain.
I am wondering if I should consider having the dental bridge removed so that the affected tooth could be treated as a normal decayed tooth? I could have a new bridge put in after that. My insurance covers these procedure.
Would anyone please give me some advice? Many thanks indeed.
What are the risks involved in removing a dental bridge?
Mainly the biggest risk involved in removing a bridge would be the fracture of crown (portion of the tooth where the bridge holds on to) of the tooth.
Depending on the decay, a root canal can be performed through the bridge. Mainly by the expert hand of a specialist (endodontic). Therefore saving a big headache and money, but again that just depends on the decay. You got to understand that sometime crowned and bridged teeth need root canals not because of decay but sometimes because the tooth is experiencing pain on cold/hot/pressure due to the reduction of enamel and dentin (the layers of tooth that protect the nerve). But of course decay is not ruled out in a crown or bridge tooth. Decay on crowned/bridged teeth is mainly seen around the margin (the junction between the crown and tooth). Sometimes these margins are not closed (seated) correctly and thus decay occurs; therefore you would need a new crown or bridge. Regular check up really help out.
I am wondering if I should consider having the dental bridge removed so that the affected tooth could be treated as a normal decayed tooth? I could have a new bridge put in after that. My insurance covers these procedure.
Would anyone please give me some advice? Many thanks indeed.
What are the risks involved in removing a dental bridge?
Mainly the biggest risk involved in removing a bridge would be the fracture of crown (portion of the tooth where the bridge holds on to) of the tooth.
Depending on the decay, a root canal can be performed through the bridge. Mainly by the expert hand of a specialist (endodontic). Therefore saving a big headache and money, but again that just depends on the decay. You got to understand that sometime crowned and bridged teeth need root canals not because of decay but sometimes because the tooth is experiencing pain on cold/hot/pressure due to the reduction of enamel and dentin (the layers of tooth that protect the nerve). But of course decay is not ruled out in a crown or bridge tooth. Decay on crowned/bridged teeth is mainly seen around the margin (the junction between the crown and tooth). Sometimes these margins are not closed (seated) correctly and thus decay occurs; therefore you would need a new crown or bridge. Regular check up really help out.
Is it normal to have this much in dental expenses at 23?
For 6 years I have been always trying to keep my teeth clean as possible. I have had a dental insurance that offered me 2000$ benefit per year and was under my parents. The coverage was 50%-80% of the procedure and each year I maxed out the insurance. I have had 4 crowns, 2 root canals, and over 15 fillings done in 6+ years. I think that probably now I would not qualify for any dental insurance individual plan as they would not accept me at all.
Is it normal to have this much in dental expenses at 23?
Some people just seem to have softer teeth than others, and sometimes they are more prone to decay. My oldest daughter had many cavities before she graduated from High School. Finally we had the fluoride painted on her teeth and this seemed to make a difference. I would certainly look into dental insurance though, some companies just furnish it along with health care at your job, or place of business. I understand that now it is very hard to get the insurance yourself separately from your job. A lot of people are taking this into consideration when they choose a place to work. Be sure and look at the total package, before you sign to work for anyone.
Reply:i feel your pain..i am in my late 20's and have had even more teeth problems then you have..i floss after every meal and brush 3 times like your suppose too
i have had a couple dentist tell me that some people just have bad teeth no matter what..especially if the mother didn't eat well or did drugs during the pregnancy but then again Ive had other dentist tell me that is complete bull
but considering i take good care of my teeth and eat well and still have had so many dental problems my whole life and my mother was a drug addictive and did drugs during her pregnancy i agree with the dentist about having bad teeth
Reply:It depends on the ins company. The funny thing about dental expenses is they are different for everyone. No telling how much you need. I have 3 crowns myself and more fillings than I can count. I don't think dental works like a medical "pre-exhisting condition". By the way-braces fall under orthodontics.
Reply:If your dental health is not favourable no insurance company will be willing to give you a cover, and things worsen if the office you work with is not subscribing to suitable plans. How to find a solution? Travel abroad. Look for dental implants, crowns, hotel stay and tour package in India or Thailand or Dubai. Good luck.
Reply:Some people get more cavaties because they constantly have a dry mouth. You need saliva to protect your teeth. A lot of medications cause dry mouth.
Is it normal to have this much in dental expenses at 23?
Some people just seem to have softer teeth than others, and sometimes they are more prone to decay. My oldest daughter had many cavities before she graduated from High School. Finally we had the fluoride painted on her teeth and this seemed to make a difference. I would certainly look into dental insurance though, some companies just furnish it along with health care at your job, or place of business. I understand that now it is very hard to get the insurance yourself separately from your job. A lot of people are taking this into consideration when they choose a place to work. Be sure and look at the total package, before you sign to work for anyone.
Reply:i feel your pain..i am in my late 20's and have had even more teeth problems then you have..i floss after every meal and brush 3 times like your suppose too
i have had a couple dentist tell me that some people just have bad teeth no matter what..especially if the mother didn't eat well or did drugs during the pregnancy but then again Ive had other dentist tell me that is complete bull
but considering i take good care of my teeth and eat well and still have had so many dental problems my whole life and my mother was a drug addictive and did drugs during her pregnancy i agree with the dentist about having bad teeth
Reply:It depends on the ins company. The funny thing about dental expenses is they are different for everyone. No telling how much you need. I have 3 crowns myself and more fillings than I can count. I don't think dental works like a medical "pre-exhisting condition". By the way-braces fall under orthodontics.
Reply:If your dental health is not favourable no insurance company will be willing to give you a cover, and things worsen if the office you work with is not subscribing to suitable plans. How to find a solution? Travel abroad. Look for dental implants, crowns, hotel stay and tour package in India or Thailand or Dubai. Good luck.
Reply:Some people get more cavaties because they constantly have a dry mouth. You need saliva to protect your teeth. A lot of medications cause dry mouth.
Can i get free dental work in Norway?
I married my norwegian husband 5 months ago, and lately i've been having some severe pains in my mouth... I believe its my wisdom teeth trying to come in. It hurts to open my mouth, and it also hurts to eat and swallow. I have no money to pay for the procedure of having them removed, so i was wondering if there were any place here in norway where i can find free emergency dental care. Someone please help me. I cant take this pain in my mouth any longer.
Can i get free dental work in Norway?
If you are under 18 you get it for free.
If you are between 18 and 19 you get a 50% discount
If you are over 19 you have to pay yourself. It will probably be around 5000 kroner.
Gratulerer med bryluppet:)
Reply:Sven , said that as a adult, you would have to pay for the dental work. I pretty expensive. You got married congrats. The last time we chatted you were still single. they only pay for the kids while they are in school.
I am leaving for Norway July 13th.
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Can i get free dental work in Norway?
If you are under 18 you get it for free.
If you are between 18 and 19 you get a 50% discount
If you are over 19 you have to pay yourself. It will probably be around 5000 kroner.
Gratulerer med bryluppet:)
Reply:Sven , said that as a adult, you would have to pay for the dental work. I pretty expensive. You got married congrats. The last time we chatted you were still single. they only pay for the kids while they are in school.
I am leaving for Norway July 13th.
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I am nervous feline dental cleaning will 'trigger' kidney issues...especially if he has early signs if inow.
My 7 year old siamese has had creatinine level of 2.5 over the past year. He doesn't have any immediate dental issues but i have been advised that its time to have his teeth cleaned as he is 7 years old. I am nervous of two things....could the fluids he is given during the procedure flush out his kidneys and trigger the kidneys to not function as well? And secondly, when cleaning the teeth could the bacteria (and blood) go down his throat
and cause the kidneys even more problems? I know they give antibotics, but i can't help think the kidneys are already so sensative, the last thing they need is bacteria!!!
I am nervous feline dental cleaning will 'trigger' kidney issues...especially if he has early signs if inow.
You're cat needs to have his teeth cleaned, because the tartar on his teeth can actually CAUSE kidney problems when it gets into his bloodstream (which it will, through his gums). This is a major cause of kidney problems in cat's. The dental itself is not dangerous, and it is much more risky to NOT get the dental
Reply:first of all, honey... the bacteria in his mouth are nothing compared to the bacteria that he licks off of his feet after using the litter box.... If you're concerned with it, ask the vet their opinion. they would be the ones that would know.
good luck!
Reply:Discuss this with the vet and decide the best possible action. I am not sure which way to advise you personally.
Reply:fluids and antibiotics are all precautions that your vet chooses because of the kidney disease. remember these people have spend many years in school and aren't just pulling things off the shelf and giving them to your cat without regard for the effects. in fact, the bacteria collecting in your cat's mouth from having rancid teeth have a better chance of affecting your cat's organs if they are not cleaned off than if they are and possibly will "go down the throat". the collection of the mineralized plaque on your cat's teeth will lead to infections and ulcerations in the mouth, which will open up a direct route to the kidneys and other organs through the bloodstream. as long as your veterinarian has all the information he needs to take necessary precautions with anesthesia (through the bloodtesting and other things he's done) and he has recommended this procedure, there is no reason not to
Reply:It is going to best that your cat be on fluids during the precedure because of his older age but you don't have to have them. If your vet is familiar with your pet condition and feels it is safe to use fluids it's probablly ok. You can request not to have it if it makes you uncomfortable although they will probablly suggest against it. Also, she may swallow a little bit of fluids when she is waking up but she won't be swallowing the fluids during the procedure when the bacteria will be flying everywhere. Aslong as she is on antibiotic afterwards she will be fine and that will take care of any bacteria she may swallow after the procedure. Remember that dogs and cats mouths are much cleaner than ours and have much less bacteria.
Reply:Creatine is something to be concerned with, but watch the phosphorus with kidney. Many vets don't tell you this. Dental should not cause any complications. Your vet should give you prophylatic antibiotics (just in case ones) after the procedure. Your cat needs this. It is common after dental, just so they don't get a secondary infection. If you are worried about kidneys in the short term, I would really recommend a diet that "looks" at phosphorus. Phosphoruous will usually get your creatine under control. Good Luck!
and cause the kidneys even more problems? I know they give antibotics, but i can't help think the kidneys are already so sensative, the last thing they need is bacteria!!!
I am nervous feline dental cleaning will 'trigger' kidney issues...especially if he has early signs if inow.
You're cat needs to have his teeth cleaned, because the tartar on his teeth can actually CAUSE kidney problems when it gets into his bloodstream (which it will, through his gums). This is a major cause of kidney problems in cat's. The dental itself is not dangerous, and it is much more risky to NOT get the dental
Reply:first of all, honey... the bacteria in his mouth are nothing compared to the bacteria that he licks off of his feet after using the litter box.... If you're concerned with it, ask the vet their opinion. they would be the ones that would know.
good luck!
Reply:Discuss this with the vet and decide the best possible action. I am not sure which way to advise you personally.
Reply:fluids and antibiotics are all precautions that your vet chooses because of the kidney disease. remember these people have spend many years in school and aren't just pulling things off the shelf and giving them to your cat without regard for the effects. in fact, the bacteria collecting in your cat's mouth from having rancid teeth have a better chance of affecting your cat's organs if they are not cleaned off than if they are and possibly will "go down the throat". the collection of the mineralized plaque on your cat's teeth will lead to infections and ulcerations in the mouth, which will open up a direct route to the kidneys and other organs through the bloodstream. as long as your veterinarian has all the information he needs to take necessary precautions with anesthesia (through the bloodtesting and other things he's done) and he has recommended this procedure, there is no reason not to
Reply:It is going to best that your cat be on fluids during the precedure because of his older age but you don't have to have them. If your vet is familiar with your pet condition and feels it is safe to use fluids it's probablly ok. You can request not to have it if it makes you uncomfortable although they will probablly suggest against it. Also, she may swallow a little bit of fluids when she is waking up but she won't be swallowing the fluids during the procedure when the bacteria will be flying everywhere. Aslong as she is on antibiotic afterwards she will be fine and that will take care of any bacteria she may swallow after the procedure. Remember that dogs and cats mouths are much cleaner than ours and have much less bacteria.
Reply:Creatine is something to be concerned with, but watch the phosphorus with kidney. Many vets don't tell you this. Dental should not cause any complications. Your vet should give you prophylatic antibiotics (just in case ones) after the procedure. Your cat needs this. It is common after dental, just so they don't get a secondary infection. If you are worried about kidneys in the short term, I would really recommend a diet that "looks" at phosphorus. Phosphoruous will usually get your creatine under control. Good Luck!
Ran out of dental insurance... Now what?
Earlier this year I had all 4 of my wisdom teeth pulled. Now I also need to get 2 root canal's (both of them are re-work) but my insurance wont cover it because I've reached my max for the year. The total procedure will cost me at least $3k and I'm in really tough pain.
I have two questions... 1.) What options do I have? 2.) What the hell is dental insurance for anyway?
Ran out of dental insurance... Now what?
nothing..
Reply:Go to a dental school. It's a little slower but it is WAAAAY cheaper and you are helping some shlub pass his boards.
Reply:There's always the "string and door-knob" method of taking care of teeth. LOL.
Reply:Some things are worth paying for.
Reply:Only options are to wait til next year - pay it yourself. Ask the dentist if you can get a discount if you have to pay it. He could give you payments.
Dental like all other insurance is to make money for the insurance company.
Reply:YOU COULD CHOOSE TO BE IN PAIN,OR GO FIND YOU SOME OTHER DENTAL INSURANCE.DENTAL INSURANCE IS WHAT YOU NEED NOW.
Reply:check when the anniversary date is for your insurance. Thats the next renewal date if paid annually.
You may be able to get the insurance company to review that decision if the dentists says its part of the original work .
Reply:The dental school, or go to the county health dept
Reply:You can save up to 80% at the dentist with Ameriplan. The plan is only $11.95/month for an individual and includes free vision, prescription, and chiropractic plans. There's no limits on services or visits. Visit the link below for more information.
Reply:The same thing happened to me and I ended getting a dental discount plan to help save money on my dental needs. I currently use a plan that is only $11.95 a month. You can research their site and see if it will benefit you. Also be sure to check the providers in your area that accept the discount plan. The site is http://Stacie.OneSimpleCard.com . I hope this helps you as much as it helped me. Have a good evening. Oh, dental insurance is good BUT you need more than that to save money.
Reply:I am really sorry to hear that you are suffering and the heartless dental insurance companies won't consider your problem.
Have you called them and explained to them your problem. You can ask to talk to a few higher ups and ask them what options you have under your dental insurance.
Will they consider some kind of plan where you pay more than your usual share and they pay a part of it. You never know what loop holes there might be that you are not aware of which you can exploit. Just a thought!
Apart from trying that out you have the following options (Some of the options have been already spelled out here, but I am just recapping it for your benefit)
1. For really cheap treatment but reasonable quality care
find a dental school near you, register with them if they will take you as patient and get the work done.
2. If that doesn't work out get yourself to your local county hospital. Most have a dentist attached and you will get good quality care for almost free.
3. Option 3 is to get a dental discount plan that is local to your area, that has a dentist near you who is willing to accept it and that offers substantial discounts on the treatment you are seeking. Check this out at http://www.a1-dental-insurance.com. You will pay atleast 50 percent of your costs if not more with this plan.
4. Option 4 is talking it out with your dentist, ask him what is the basic minimum that he will charge. Tell him you don't have insurance and will he take you up with out one. Many dentists prefer treating patients this way as they don't have to deal with insurance companies and getting paid after a lot of paper work. You can also plan out treatment over the course of year so you can pay the money over a longer period.
Option 5: Is something I discovered recently. Border towns in Mexico are offering dental treatment at less than one fourth what it costs in the States.
Option 6: Explore whether you can get treated in another country like India, Romania, Easter European countries. They have good quality medical centers that treat you at less than 1/10 th of what it costs here. But you have to figure travelling and accomodation charges and also food and distruption at work and home. But you get a free holiday thrown in!
Option 7: well I am still thinking.
I have two questions... 1.) What options do I have? 2.) What the hell is dental insurance for anyway?
Ran out of dental insurance... Now what?
nothing..
Reply:Go to a dental school. It's a little slower but it is WAAAAY cheaper and you are helping some shlub pass his boards.
Reply:There's always the "string and door-knob" method of taking care of teeth. LOL.
Reply:Some things are worth paying for.
Reply:Only options are to wait til next year - pay it yourself. Ask the dentist if you can get a discount if you have to pay it. He could give you payments.
Dental like all other insurance is to make money for the insurance company.
Reply:YOU COULD CHOOSE TO BE IN PAIN,OR GO FIND YOU SOME OTHER DENTAL INSURANCE.DENTAL INSURANCE IS WHAT YOU NEED NOW.
Reply:check when the anniversary date is for your insurance. Thats the next renewal date if paid annually.
You may be able to get the insurance company to review that decision if the dentists says its part of the original work .
Reply:The dental school, or go to the county health dept
Reply:You can save up to 80% at the dentist with Ameriplan. The plan is only $11.95/month for an individual and includes free vision, prescription, and chiropractic plans. There's no limits on services or visits. Visit the link below for more information.
Reply:The same thing happened to me and I ended getting a dental discount plan to help save money on my dental needs. I currently use a plan that is only $11.95 a month. You can research their site and see if it will benefit you. Also be sure to check the providers in your area that accept the discount plan. The site is http://Stacie.OneSimpleCard.com . I hope this helps you as much as it helped me. Have a good evening. Oh, dental insurance is good BUT you need more than that to save money.
Reply:I am really sorry to hear that you are suffering and the heartless dental insurance companies won't consider your problem.
Have you called them and explained to them your problem. You can ask to talk to a few higher ups and ask them what options you have under your dental insurance.
Will they consider some kind of plan where you pay more than your usual share and they pay a part of it. You never know what loop holes there might be that you are not aware of which you can exploit. Just a thought!
Apart from trying that out you have the following options (Some of the options have been already spelled out here, but I am just recapping it for your benefit)
1. For really cheap treatment but reasonable quality care
find a dental school near you, register with them if they will take you as patient and get the work done.
2. If that doesn't work out get yourself to your local county hospital. Most have a dentist attached and you will get good quality care for almost free.
3. Option 3 is to get a dental discount plan that is local to your area, that has a dentist near you who is willing to accept it and that offers substantial discounts on the treatment you are seeking. Check this out at http://www.a1-dental-insurance.com. You will pay atleast 50 percent of your costs if not more with this plan.
4. Option 4 is talking it out with your dentist, ask him what is the basic minimum that he will charge. Tell him you don't have insurance and will he take you up with out one. Many dentists prefer treating patients this way as they don't have to deal with insurance companies and getting paid after a lot of paper work. You can also plan out treatment over the course of year so you can pay the money over a longer period.
Option 5: Is something I discovered recently. Border towns in Mexico are offering dental treatment at less than one fourth what it costs in the States.
Option 6: Explore whether you can get treated in another country like India, Romania, Easter European countries. They have good quality medical centers that treat you at less than 1/10 th of what it costs here. But you have to figure travelling and accomodation charges and also food and distruption at work and home. But you get a free holiday thrown in!
Option 7: well I am still thinking.
I recently had dental irrigation, which my insurance didn't cover, and I'm wondering if it was worth it.
I had 3 fillings done (upper/lower right) and some sort of deep cleaning to break up "wings" attached to my teeth below the gums, which I was advised leads to periodontal disease. The cleaning, which was covered by insurance but cost close to $600, took under 10 minutes. After the cleaning, they did a dental irrigation, which as near as I could tell consisted of squirting 2 syringes full of some form of disinfectant along the gum line, took less than 20 seconds, cost me $120. The irrigation was completely out of pocket - insurance covered $0 - which leads me to believe that it's some form of scam, or at the least was unnecessary.
Can anyone tell me if I got... I don't want to say ripped off, but perhaps misled as to the importance of this procedure?
I recently had dental irrigation, which my insurance didn't cover, and I'm wondering if it was worth it.
HELLO,
IF THEY ACTUALLY PLACED AN ANTIBIOTIC IN THE SCALED TOOTH GUMS AND TOLD YOU NOT TO FLOSS FOR 7 DAYS, THEN YOU'D BE RIGHTLY JUSTIFIED IN PAYING.
IF THEY SIMPLY USED PERIDEX OR CHLOROHEXINE RINSE FOR THE SCALED TEETH, THIS WASHED OUT IN ABOUT 1 MINUTE AN THE CHARGES ARE REDUNDANT.
THE DENTIST KNEW THEY WOULDN'T PAY FOR THIS, SO THEY CHARGED YOU.
WITH THE TOTAL CHARGED FOR THE SCALING, THE IRRIGATION SHOULD HAVE BEEN GRATIS.
Reply:i don't think you did, plus you can call insurance and before you get done to make sure you are covered, and if not you can deny. but i have out of pocket expenses too. pd $35 to have wisdom tooth removed after insurance. i also need a $75 procedure done, and a bite guard run about $160. you can help also by getting extra insurance to help offset. Goodluck
Can anyone tell me if I got... I don't want to say ripped off, but perhaps misled as to the importance of this procedure?
I recently had dental irrigation, which my insurance didn't cover, and I'm wondering if it was worth it.
HELLO,
IF THEY ACTUALLY PLACED AN ANTIBIOTIC IN THE SCALED TOOTH GUMS AND TOLD YOU NOT TO FLOSS FOR 7 DAYS, THEN YOU'D BE RIGHTLY JUSTIFIED IN PAYING.
IF THEY SIMPLY USED PERIDEX OR CHLOROHEXINE RINSE FOR THE SCALED TEETH, THIS WASHED OUT IN ABOUT 1 MINUTE AN THE CHARGES ARE REDUNDANT.
THE DENTIST KNEW THEY WOULDN'T PAY FOR THIS, SO THEY CHARGED YOU.
WITH THE TOTAL CHARGED FOR THE SCALING, THE IRRIGATION SHOULD HAVE BEEN GRATIS.
Reply:i don't think you did, plus you can call insurance and before you get done to make sure you are covered, and if not you can deny. but i have out of pocket expenses too. pd $35 to have wisdom tooth removed after insurance. i also need a $75 procedure done, and a bite guard run about $160. you can help also by getting extra insurance to help offset. Goodluck
How can i arrest dental decay?
I noticed a tiny pinpoint black spot in the fissure of my molar and im freaking out. I have a dental appointment in a about 3 weeks. How can arrest the decay before then and hopefully prevent a painful procedure? Also, if it is a stain what are some good ways I can try to test to see if its a stain? I already waterpik in addition to brushing, flossing, flouride, etc. Maybe chewing sugar free gum will help? any serious answers appreciated.
How can i arrest dental decay?
Hydrogen peroxide is a great stain remover that's safe and natural. Also, if you enjoy drinking tea, white tea naturally can help prevent dental caries or cavities (it also does wonders for fighting strep bacteria) so it could slow down that potential decay spot for you. I wrote about the benefits of white tea on my health blog a while back..let's dig out the link:
aha:
http://healthniche.blogspot.com/2007/05/...
Reply:If it is a cavitiy its too late to reverse it. Continuing care as in daily brushing,flossing may keep it from progressing but if it is a cavity the dentist fill have to drill and fill it---this will arrest the process of decay. There are fillings that are color matched to tooth enamel so it can be next to invisible but will always be there and even if you keep your mouth properly maintained there will be a day that the filling will wear out and have to be replaced--this might be 20+ years from now if you are lucky but it will occur and ignoring the degradation of the filling is asking for trouble. The replacement will be about the same size as the original unless decay has invaded the filling requiring the removal of additional enamel prior to replacing the filling.
Reply:If your worried about it getting bigger if it is decay its unlikely that it would be significant in three weeks.If you would like you could rinse with fluoride(like act rinse).To see if its staining or decay you really have to check it with a dental instrument.I think you ll be OK until your dental visit.
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How can i arrest dental decay?
Hydrogen peroxide is a great stain remover that's safe and natural. Also, if you enjoy drinking tea, white tea naturally can help prevent dental caries or cavities (it also does wonders for fighting strep bacteria) so it could slow down that potential decay spot for you. I wrote about the benefits of white tea on my health blog a while back..let's dig out the link:
aha:
http://healthniche.blogspot.com/2007/05/...
Reply:If it is a cavitiy its too late to reverse it. Continuing care as in daily brushing,flossing may keep it from progressing but if it is a cavity the dentist fill have to drill and fill it---this will arrest the process of decay. There are fillings that are color matched to tooth enamel so it can be next to invisible but will always be there and even if you keep your mouth properly maintained there will be a day that the filling will wear out and have to be replaced--this might be 20+ years from now if you are lucky but it will occur and ignoring the degradation of the filling is asking for trouble. The replacement will be about the same size as the original unless decay has invaded the filling requiring the removal of additional enamel prior to replacing the filling.
Reply:If your worried about it getting bigger if it is decay its unlikely that it would be significant in three weeks.If you would like you could rinse with fluoride(like act rinse).To see if its staining or decay you really have to check it with a dental instrument.I think you ll be OK until your dental visit.
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My toy poodle x yorkie is 14 & needs a dental is it very high risk?
She is a spayed female eating %26amp; drinking as usual %26amp; today was booked in to have a dental next week. She has developed a slight cough in the past week which is heart related but she has no fluid detected %26amp; her heart is a nice steady beat. Unfortunately she badly needs a dental despite being on a very healthy diet %26amp; she is a healthy weight. The vet has put her on an antibiotic prior to the op to counteract any risk from bacteria %26amp; she is temporarily on heart tablets to boost her but she may not need these after the op. I know she will eventually potentially be at risk from not having a dental so better to have it now rather than later when she may be less fit but this op %26amp; the aneasthetic itself is not without risk at her age so I am understandably very worried. I've been told the procedure %26amp; medication used today is much safer than it used to be, can anyone who has been through this with their elderly pet maybe reassure me a little please?
My toy poodle x yorkie is 14 %26amp; needs a dental is it very high risk?
Well, its as safe as it can be. I think for your doggie's sake you need to calm down because you sound like you have a special bond with her and she will be able to sense your worries, and you don't want her to be whining when she first goes in.
As long as you know that you have a good vet and he cares about her, I would try not to worry (easier said then done, but atleast try)
Good luck!!
Reply:what do you mean by a dental ? if you mean just a clean ,she will be ok,she should be ok anyway,the vets know what they are doing,my yorkie had his teeth done when he was 16 and he was ok.The vet will knock her out to do it so she wont feel anything.
Reply:Anesthetics are much, much safer now than they were even a couple of years ago. Also, it sounds like your vet knows your girl really well and she's had all the checks done prior to undergoing her dental which is vital.
My oldest grey had a dental done at 10, which isn't as old as your girl, but greys are don't tolerate anesthetics well so it's dangerous for them and he was just fine. He also had the blood work done prior to his dental and has an extremely good vet.
Sounds to me like your vet is also very caring and knows your dog thoroughly, so hard as it is not to worry, trust your vet and believe that your girl will be fine. You know that she needs the dental and you're doing the right thing for her. Why not write back next week and let us know that she's ok?
Reply:You already know every risk there is, but as you've been told the procedure is much safer. If your vet was very concerned then he'd advise against it.
My dog had testicle cancer at the age of 14 so it was a life or death situation. He had a heart murmur, pancrinitus and was also diabetic and was already living on borrowed time (not much going for him other than a devoted owner). My vet told me that the risk was a lot higher than that of a younger, fitter dog. He said that if it had been anyone else he would have advised against it but as I was so devoted he thought it would be a risk that I had to take.
I cried all morning of the op dreading that phone call, but it never came. I picked him up later that afternoon and he was just fine.
With a dental it won't take as long as a major op so she will be under for less time so it'll be over before you know it and your little girl will be back home with you before you know it.
It's a hard decision to make but I'm glad I made the right one as I'm sure you are doing.
Reply:My 10 year old standard had it done in December, but of course, she didn't have the heart issues. I really think your vet wouldn't be doing it if he really thought there was a problem. We had a little mutt years ago that need a dental REALLY bad, but had congestive heart failure- the vet wouldn't do it, even though she was controlled with meds. It was too risky for her. So, I believe that if your dog was too at risk, your vet wouldn't do it. She'll be fine.
Reply:Using caution during the procedure will be key in your dog's procedure. Today's veterinary annesthesia has improved a lot over its predescesors. It is not just in the drugs, but in how well monitored the dog is during the procedure. Today, it is common for a veterinarian to have, not only a liscensed technician to monitor the annesthesia but to be on hand to signal if anything is beginning to go wrong or decline, but have better equiptment to monitor your dog's vital signs during the annesthesia.
You will want to have your veterinarian perform more extensive bloodwork so that he/she can evaluate your dog's kidney and liver functions as these are the organs that metabolize and excrete the annesthetic drugs. If they are not fully functional and you have not had the bloodwork to confirm this, you are running a risk of having a major complication.
Also, having an IV catheter placed so that the doctor and technicians have a direct line to your dog's blood stream is definately a great thing to do. This way, even if all the procautions are taken and something still happens, they will not have to fumble around attempting to get into the vein to give live saving drugs. Rather, they will be able to give them immediately.
When pets are sedated they experience a decreased blood pressure from the sedation. IV Catheter %26amp; Fluids during the anesthetic episode are recommended to reduce this risk as well.
You can also call ahead and discuss the risks with your veterinarian or a veterinarian technician. Both can allay your fears and explain more of the procedure and your individual clinics procedure for handling surgery in geriatric patients.
I have seen many geriatric animals successfully through surgery and using these procautions will limit your dog's risk. Waiting to perform the procedure will only continue to place your dog at risk when it is necessary at a later age and the bacteria from peridontal disease can damage the heart.
I hope that this was of some help to you and wish you and your dog a healthy recovery!
Reply:I'm surprised your vet will consider an anaesthetic at 14. That's high risk.
Reply:Being a vet nurse who works in theatre, i deal with animals under anaesthetic, there are obviously risk involved with all operative procedures. However, the equipment and drugs that are used - decrease the risk along with constant monitoring.
Age is a factor, but your vet is aware of this and the subsequent treatment is put into practice. I advise that you have pre-operative bloods before the surgey, this would give the vets a better indication to your dogs health and the use of a drip during the op. Your vets know what they are doing and have a good knowledge of your dogs condition, they will give your dog the best possible care and post operative attention.. Take care, all the best
My toy poodle x yorkie is 14 %26amp; needs a dental is it very high risk?
Well, its as safe as it can be. I think for your doggie's sake you need to calm down because you sound like you have a special bond with her and she will be able to sense your worries, and you don't want her to be whining when she first goes in.
As long as you know that you have a good vet and he cares about her, I would try not to worry (easier said then done, but atleast try)
Good luck!!
Reply:what do you mean by a dental ? if you mean just a clean ,she will be ok,she should be ok anyway,the vets know what they are doing,my yorkie had his teeth done when he was 16 and he was ok.The vet will knock her out to do it so she wont feel anything.
Reply:Anesthetics are much, much safer now than they were even a couple of years ago. Also, it sounds like your vet knows your girl really well and she's had all the checks done prior to undergoing her dental which is vital.
My oldest grey had a dental done at 10, which isn't as old as your girl, but greys are don't tolerate anesthetics well so it's dangerous for them and he was just fine. He also had the blood work done prior to his dental and has an extremely good vet.
Sounds to me like your vet is also very caring and knows your dog thoroughly, so hard as it is not to worry, trust your vet and believe that your girl will be fine. You know that she needs the dental and you're doing the right thing for her. Why not write back next week and let us know that she's ok?
Reply:You already know every risk there is, but as you've been told the procedure is much safer. If your vet was very concerned then he'd advise against it.
My dog had testicle cancer at the age of 14 so it was a life or death situation. He had a heart murmur, pancrinitus and was also diabetic and was already living on borrowed time (not much going for him other than a devoted owner). My vet told me that the risk was a lot higher than that of a younger, fitter dog. He said that if it had been anyone else he would have advised against it but as I was so devoted he thought it would be a risk that I had to take.
I cried all morning of the op dreading that phone call, but it never came. I picked him up later that afternoon and he was just fine.
With a dental it won't take as long as a major op so she will be under for less time so it'll be over before you know it and your little girl will be back home with you before you know it.
It's a hard decision to make but I'm glad I made the right one as I'm sure you are doing.
Reply:My 10 year old standard had it done in December, but of course, she didn't have the heart issues. I really think your vet wouldn't be doing it if he really thought there was a problem. We had a little mutt years ago that need a dental REALLY bad, but had congestive heart failure- the vet wouldn't do it, even though she was controlled with meds. It was too risky for her. So, I believe that if your dog was too at risk, your vet wouldn't do it. She'll be fine.
Reply:Using caution during the procedure will be key in your dog's procedure. Today's veterinary annesthesia has improved a lot over its predescesors. It is not just in the drugs, but in how well monitored the dog is during the procedure. Today, it is common for a veterinarian to have, not only a liscensed technician to monitor the annesthesia but to be on hand to signal if anything is beginning to go wrong or decline, but have better equiptment to monitor your dog's vital signs during the annesthesia.
You will want to have your veterinarian perform more extensive bloodwork so that he/she can evaluate your dog's kidney and liver functions as these are the organs that metabolize and excrete the annesthetic drugs. If they are not fully functional and you have not had the bloodwork to confirm this, you are running a risk of having a major complication.
Also, having an IV catheter placed so that the doctor and technicians have a direct line to your dog's blood stream is definately a great thing to do. This way, even if all the procautions are taken and something still happens, they will not have to fumble around attempting to get into the vein to give live saving drugs. Rather, they will be able to give them immediately.
When pets are sedated they experience a decreased blood pressure from the sedation. IV Catheter %26amp; Fluids during the anesthetic episode are recommended to reduce this risk as well.
You can also call ahead and discuss the risks with your veterinarian or a veterinarian technician. Both can allay your fears and explain more of the procedure and your individual clinics procedure for handling surgery in geriatric patients.
I have seen many geriatric animals successfully through surgery and using these procautions will limit your dog's risk. Waiting to perform the procedure will only continue to place your dog at risk when it is necessary at a later age and the bacteria from peridontal disease can damage the heart.
I hope that this was of some help to you and wish you and your dog a healthy recovery!
Reply:I'm surprised your vet will consider an anaesthetic at 14. That's high risk.
Reply:Being a vet nurse who works in theatre, i deal with animals under anaesthetic, there are obviously risk involved with all operative procedures. However, the equipment and drugs that are used - decrease the risk along with constant monitoring.
Age is a factor, but your vet is aware of this and the subsequent treatment is put into practice. I advise that you have pre-operative bloods before the surgey, this would give the vets a better indication to your dogs health and the use of a drip during the op. Your vets know what they are doing and have a good knowledge of your dogs condition, they will give your dog the best possible care and post operative attention.. Take care, all the best
What happens after you get a dental implant?
From other's experiences with getting a dental implant I would like to know if it was painful?
Were you put under or awake for the procedure?
If you were awake would you do that again? Why or why not?
How long you took off work to heal.
Can you eat normal food after getting an implant? If you can't what can you eat and how long do you have to eat it for?
What was your dental implant experience like?
I am planning to get two done on my lower back molar area soon and would just like this information to help alleviate my fears.
What happens after you get a dental implant?
My friend is a hygienist and her mother had 3 implanted and her husband has 2 they said it didn't hurt. I'm hoping that they are not lying because I too need 1 after my braces come off next year.
Reply:IMPORTANT MESSAGE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If the doctor who is supposed to be doing your implants for you has NOT answered your questions already, DO NOT ALLOW HIM TO DO YOUR SURGERY!!!!!!!!!!!
It is MANDATORY that you know all of the risks, pitfalls, benefits, healing time, sedation issues, home maintenance requirements, etc BEFORE you go for surgery and it is MANDATORY that the doctor be the one to sit down with you to go over all of the information. He must also collect a current medical and pharmaceutical history from you.
Were you put under or awake for the procedure?
If you were awake would you do that again? Why or why not?
How long you took off work to heal.
Can you eat normal food after getting an implant? If you can't what can you eat and how long do you have to eat it for?
What was your dental implant experience like?
I am planning to get two done on my lower back molar area soon and would just like this information to help alleviate my fears.
What happens after you get a dental implant?
My friend is a hygienist and her mother had 3 implanted and her husband has 2 they said it didn't hurt. I'm hoping that they are not lying because I too need 1 after my braces come off next year.
Reply:IMPORTANT MESSAGE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If the doctor who is supposed to be doing your implants for you has NOT answered your questions already, DO NOT ALLOW HIM TO DO YOUR SURGERY!!!!!!!!!!!
It is MANDATORY that you know all of the risks, pitfalls, benefits, healing time, sedation issues, home maintenance requirements, etc BEFORE you go for surgery and it is MANDATORY that the doctor be the one to sit down with you to go over all of the information. He must also collect a current medical and pharmaceutical history from you.
Home does a dental cage cost?
I have a child who needs to have a dental cage put in his mouth and I wanted an idea how much people have paid for this procedure.
Home does a dental cage cost?
$300+
Home does a dental cage cost?
$300+
Short term dental insurance for root canal?
Not to sound like a scammer, but my girlfriend is in a pretty bad situation. She is a graduate student, and has limited medical coverage with absolutely no dental. She had not visited a dentist in two years, and recently had a visit that resulted in a recommendation for a root canal and crown.
Looking at fee structures, it would appear that the whole procedure could easily cost $1500+. As a grad student, she obviously was not prepared for this. I've looked online at "discount" plans, and see ones that (for ~$5-10/mo) give you about a 20% price break. Still not that desirable ... Is there any "easy" out in this situation? Without spending thousands of dollars?
Thanks in advance!
Short term dental insurance for root canal?
have you looked at AmeriPlan yet? AmeriPlan has month-to-month programs for $19.95/month, with discounts up to 80%. You can check their fee schedule on-line.
Reply:There are "Discount Plans"...
http://www.dentalplans.com/
Find an office that takes offers CARE CREDIT at carecredit.com. At least that will help you make monthly payments and you can get the discount plan. It really makes a difference. Otherwise there really isn't another way besides going to a dental school and allowing them to do it.
I wish the best for your girlfriend. I deal with people in your situation everyday. Dental work is SO expensive.
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Looking at fee structures, it would appear that the whole procedure could easily cost $1500+. As a grad student, she obviously was not prepared for this. I've looked online at "discount" plans, and see ones that (for ~$5-10/mo) give you about a 20% price break. Still not that desirable ... Is there any "easy" out in this situation? Without spending thousands of dollars?
Thanks in advance!
Short term dental insurance for root canal?
have you looked at AmeriPlan yet? AmeriPlan has month-to-month programs for $19.95/month, with discounts up to 80%. You can check their fee schedule on-line.
Reply:There are "Discount Plans"...
http://www.dentalplans.com/
Find an office that takes offers CARE CREDIT at carecredit.com. At least that will help you make monthly payments and you can get the discount plan. It really makes a difference. Otherwise there really isn't another way besides going to a dental school and allowing them to do it.
I wish the best for your girlfriend. I deal with people in your situation everyday. Dental work is SO expensive.
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Does anyone know if this is right about elimination periods with dental insurance?
because I thought an elimination period was when you could get dental work done before the elimination period was over and they would cover the procedure you had done once you elapsed the elimination period even though the procedure was done before the elimination period expired...
as long as you maintained the same insurance
Does anyone know if this is right about elimination periods with dental insurance?
In over 17years of selling Health Insurance, I have sold less than 1% of Dental Insurance- why? because most plans have fee schedule or wait periods that I think are ridiculous. Most agents don't realize this, so how can the public.
Here is my advice, prior to going in for any procedure- 'GET PRE-AUTHORIZATION".. in writing is best!!!
Reply:If the plan states that an item is covered once every 6 months, and you get work done before the six months have passed since the last service, then the plan will not cover that work.
In order for the plan to maintain its tax exempt status, it must adhere to certain rules and it must apply those rules consistently to all members of the plan, or it risks disqualification.
Reply:Elimination period has nothing to do with when they pay it has to do with when the service is performed.
as long as you maintained the same insurance
Does anyone know if this is right about elimination periods with dental insurance?
In over 17years of selling Health Insurance, I have sold less than 1% of Dental Insurance- why? because most plans have fee schedule or wait periods that I think are ridiculous. Most agents don't realize this, so how can the public.
Here is my advice, prior to going in for any procedure- 'GET PRE-AUTHORIZATION".. in writing is best!!!
Reply:If the plan states that an item is covered once every 6 months, and you get work done before the six months have passed since the last service, then the plan will not cover that work.
In order for the plan to maintain its tax exempt status, it must adhere to certain rules and it must apply those rules consistently to all members of the plan, or it risks disqualification.
Reply:Elimination period has nothing to do with when they pay it has to do with when the service is performed.
What Minnesota Dental College will give me a Porcelin Crown?
Recently, my dentist who put on a resin crown would not replace that crown (as it's a temporary)....I'm in need of a porcelin crown but my insurance doesn't cover it...
Since this resin has been wearing down, I've exposed some of what's under it as well, I keep salivating and it's giving a most unpleasant medicinal taste in my mouth.
Anyone know of which Minnesota dental college (preferable the closest to Duluth) could help me? Or, is there an insurance plan that I can get that would cover this costly procedure?
What Minnesota Dental College will give me a Porcelin Crown?
I found a web site with a listing of discount dental clinics in minneapolis http://www.cdf-mn.org/HealthCare/dental....
You can check with them otherwise most insurances would still leave a big portion to pay for a crown. It might be best to set up a payment schedule with a local dentist.
Since this resin has been wearing down, I've exposed some of what's under it as well, I keep salivating and it's giving a most unpleasant medicinal taste in my mouth.
Anyone know of which Minnesota dental college (preferable the closest to Duluth) could help me? Or, is there an insurance plan that I can get that would cover this costly procedure?
What Minnesota Dental College will give me a Porcelin Crown?
I found a web site with a listing of discount dental clinics in minneapolis http://www.cdf-mn.org/HealthCare/dental....
You can check with them otherwise most insurances would still leave a big portion to pay for a crown. It might be best to set up a payment schedule with a local dentist.
Does anyone know if this right about elimination periods with dental insurance plans?
because I thought an elimination period was when you could get dental work done before the elimination period was over and they would cover the procedure you had done once you elapsed the elimination period even though the procedure was done before the elimination period expired... as long as you maintained the same insurance
Does anyone know if this right about elimination periods with dental insurance plans?
Did you get the plan from work? Well then ask this your HR manager. If you are buying on your own, I'd rather suggest
a plan with no elimination or waiting periods, like eHealthPlus.
Reply:I hesitate to offer any answer for this because there are so many exceptions, clauses, and quirks with insurance coverage.
I'm used to the term "waiting period" for dental insurance. This usually means the period between when you are hired at a new job and when the insurance becomes effective. Some plan have waiting periods only for some procedures (crowns) and not for others (cleanings).
Most likely, whatever you have done during a "waiting period" will not be covered retroactively.
I don't hear the term "elimination period" very often, so it would be good to check with your HR department, insurance broker, or someone who has been in the plan for a few years. The answers you get here probably won't be very accurate.
Does anyone know if this right about elimination periods with dental insurance plans?
Did you get the plan from work? Well then ask this your HR manager. If you are buying on your own, I'd rather suggest
a plan with no elimination or waiting periods, like eHealthPlus.
Reply:I hesitate to offer any answer for this because there are so many exceptions, clauses, and quirks with insurance coverage.
I'm used to the term "waiting period" for dental insurance. This usually means the period between when you are hired at a new job and when the insurance becomes effective. Some plan have waiting periods only for some procedures (crowns) and not for others (cleanings).
Most likely, whatever you have done during a "waiting period" will not be covered retroactively.
I don't hear the term "elimination period" very often, so it would be good to check with your HR department, insurance broker, or someone who has been in the plan for a few years. The answers you get here probably won't be very accurate.
Do dental schools put you to sleep when they remove wisdom teeth?
I am having my wisdom teeth removed at a university dental school. It is closed right now so i can't call to ask questions. Will they give me shots of pain killers, or put me under? Do you know if they charge for this? The reason I'm asking is because I'm going there to save on cost, but I would love it if I could sleep through the procedure. What do you all think?
Thanks!!!
Do dental schools put you to sleep when they remove wisdom teeth?
Because it is a "teaching" facility,they will more than likely use a local anesthetic in order to save money and because they are probably not prepared or set up with an OR table for which to put you on if you were asleep.
There are many things that have to be monitored while you are asleep and I don't think they have that in a "teaching" facility.
I have had root canals,fillings,wisdom teeth pulled and eventually all of my teeth pulled and every bit of it was done under local anesthesia. . . shots in the mouth in the proper places to numb mouth nerves.
Actually locals are really better because the local wears off slowly and the pain you will experience will come on gradually but under a general anesthesia,when you wake up the pain will be there immediately.
It's really nothing to be feared about,it's like a day in the park. . . . .GOOD LUCK
Reply:I don't know...probably they use local anesthetic...
Reply:My sister goes to dental school at the University of Michigan...Yes you will be put to sleep...also...it will be a
Oral surgeon in traing that will remove your teeth...good luck.
Reply:I went to a dentist and when they pulled my wisdom teeth they did charge extra to put me "to sleep" When i had to have another tooth pulled i was awake for it and it did not hurt as much. If you do not like the idea of being awake and they charge the extra and you can afford it, than i would rather be put to sleep.
Reply:well they will. but you will have to have someone to drive you and to pick you up.
They will insert a needle and you mustn't have any food or soda. You must have water to take the pill before going to the dental school.
Remember that you're going to have to gargle with salt water and you won't be allowed to drink out of a straw.
You must have soft food for awhile until the discomfort goes away.
It wasn't bad when I had it done. My grandpa was an oral surgeon. He removed my wisdom teeth.
Reply:depends on the school and the specifics of your procedure - I was not put under @ the school I went to - it was an easy pull...
amc theater
Thanks!!!
Do dental schools put you to sleep when they remove wisdom teeth?
Because it is a "teaching" facility,they will more than likely use a local anesthetic in order to save money and because they are probably not prepared or set up with an OR table for which to put you on if you were asleep.
There are many things that have to be monitored while you are asleep and I don't think they have that in a "teaching" facility.
I have had root canals,fillings,wisdom teeth pulled and eventually all of my teeth pulled and every bit of it was done under local anesthesia. . . shots in the mouth in the proper places to numb mouth nerves.
Actually locals are really better because the local wears off slowly and the pain you will experience will come on gradually but under a general anesthesia,when you wake up the pain will be there immediately.
It's really nothing to be feared about,it's like a day in the park. . . . .GOOD LUCK
Reply:I don't know...probably they use local anesthetic...
Reply:My sister goes to dental school at the University of Michigan...Yes you will be put to sleep...also...it will be a
Oral surgeon in traing that will remove your teeth...good luck.
Reply:I went to a dentist and when they pulled my wisdom teeth they did charge extra to put me "to sleep" When i had to have another tooth pulled i was awake for it and it did not hurt as much. If you do not like the idea of being awake and they charge the extra and you can afford it, than i would rather be put to sleep.
Reply:well they will. but you will have to have someone to drive you and to pick you up.
They will insert a needle and you mustn't have any food or soda. You must have water to take the pill before going to the dental school.
Remember that you're going to have to gargle with salt water and you won't be allowed to drink out of a straw.
You must have soft food for awhile until the discomfort goes away.
It wasn't bad when I had it done. My grandpa was an oral surgeon. He removed my wisdom teeth.
Reply:depends on the school and the specifics of your procedure - I was not put under @ the school I went to - it was an easy pull...
amc theater
Free Dental work???
About a year ago one of my molars became a problem. I went to the dentist who told me that I needed a root canal. He started the procedure and stopped half way through telling me to come back a week later. Well that weekend my tooth cracked in half. I went to another dentist who told me that the previous doctor did not do a proper root canal. So I am left with half of a tooth. I was told that the only option would be to have my tooth pulled, but an implant would cost $2000, and it's not covered by my insurance. So I have lived with this have tooth for a year, but I think it may be making me sick. Does anyone know where I could get free or discounted dental work???
Free Dental work???
I would check with your county to see if there are any services available. Yes, implants are very costly and usually not covered by insurance because there are other options usually available, such as a bridge or partial denture. Check with your insurance to see if those are covered.
Reply:The dentists are sitting in their underwear reading this, but remaining silent.
Reply:well first off u may be able to ask your dentist if u can make payments maybe about 150 a month or whatever you can afford and they agree too...also i dunno if there is a western dental out there where u r but they are kinda discounted in a way if u will...but u will be there ALL day...the other thing is maybe u can go to your local "county" building and apply for dentical/medical IF you can prove u have no income low income etc etc good luck oh also i think that pregnant women can get on government assistance so i dunno if thats an option lol but not sure if dental work is covered but i keep saying i dunno and just throwing stuff out there for u so u can just research into my suggestions..
Reply:Your insurance should cover some if not all of it. That's all up to the dentist and whether he'll file it the way you need it to be filed. Everything has codes.... but this is tricky if he won't file it a certain way. So I would do the following first:
What you need to do is possibly take legal action against your old doctor. Get a statement from your current dentist that explains why the other dentist did an improper job. Take that statement to your old dentist and tell him that you want him to cover the repairs needed to fix the mess he got you in. Start out as nice as possible. If he offers to fix it for you, say no. You don't want that crappy dentist doing any more stuff on you. Get an invoice with how much your new implant would cost and show that to your dentist.
If he refuses to help you, get a letter from an attorney and threaten to sue him. Sometimes threats work... once someone sees a letter from a lawyer, they get nervous.
If he still doesn't budge, you really need to take legal action and get him to pay for it the hard way.
Keep ALL the papers associated with this dental work.. receipts, statements, pictures, etc.
Reply:It has been a year since the root canal procedure was started. You may have waited a little to late. Maybe you should have went to the first dentist when you first broke the tooth rather than going back to another doctor. Get a 2nd opinion on whether the tooth need to be extracted. Most of the time performing a root canal is done in 2 sometimes 3 parts. The tooth has to be capped or it will break off. As for free or discounted dental work. Check in your area for dental clinics. Sometimes depending on income they will see you for nothing or will place you on a sliding fee scale.
Reply:good evening, nikk!!!! oh, so sad about your tooth. u want discount??? i think better go back to the dentist that has mess your tooth. u have the right to ask his service for once to atleast to make up with you. be patient my dear friend in communicating with this Dentist who've ruined ur tooth. This time, u have d right to demand for he was the only person who could fix that.
Reply:The best discounts for dental work that you need esp. dental implants or extractions you will get through the dentalservice4less membership. Make sure you have participating dentists close to you. Search by zip code or full address.
Free Dental work???
I would check with your county to see if there are any services available. Yes, implants are very costly and usually not covered by insurance because there are other options usually available, such as a bridge or partial denture. Check with your insurance to see if those are covered.
Reply:The dentists are sitting in their underwear reading this, but remaining silent.
Reply:well first off u may be able to ask your dentist if u can make payments maybe about 150 a month or whatever you can afford and they agree too...also i dunno if there is a western dental out there where u r but they are kinda discounted in a way if u will...but u will be there ALL day...the other thing is maybe u can go to your local "county" building and apply for dentical/medical IF you can prove u have no income low income etc etc good luck oh also i think that pregnant women can get on government assistance so i dunno if thats an option lol but not sure if dental work is covered but i keep saying i dunno and just throwing stuff out there for u so u can just research into my suggestions..
Reply:Your insurance should cover some if not all of it. That's all up to the dentist and whether he'll file it the way you need it to be filed. Everything has codes.... but this is tricky if he won't file it a certain way. So I would do the following first:
What you need to do is possibly take legal action against your old doctor. Get a statement from your current dentist that explains why the other dentist did an improper job. Take that statement to your old dentist and tell him that you want him to cover the repairs needed to fix the mess he got you in. Start out as nice as possible. If he offers to fix it for you, say no. You don't want that crappy dentist doing any more stuff on you. Get an invoice with how much your new implant would cost and show that to your dentist.
If he refuses to help you, get a letter from an attorney and threaten to sue him. Sometimes threats work... once someone sees a letter from a lawyer, they get nervous.
If he still doesn't budge, you really need to take legal action and get him to pay for it the hard way.
Keep ALL the papers associated with this dental work.. receipts, statements, pictures, etc.
Reply:It has been a year since the root canal procedure was started. You may have waited a little to late. Maybe you should have went to the first dentist when you first broke the tooth rather than going back to another doctor. Get a 2nd opinion on whether the tooth need to be extracted. Most of the time performing a root canal is done in 2 sometimes 3 parts. The tooth has to be capped or it will break off. As for free or discounted dental work. Check in your area for dental clinics. Sometimes depending on income they will see you for nothing or will place you on a sliding fee scale.
Reply:good evening, nikk!!!! oh, so sad about your tooth. u want discount??? i think better go back to the dentist that has mess your tooth. u have the right to ask his service for once to atleast to make up with you. be patient my dear friend in communicating with this Dentist who've ruined ur tooth. This time, u have d right to demand for he was the only person who could fix that.
Reply:The best discounts for dental work that you need esp. dental implants or extractions you will get through the dentalservice4less membership. Make sure you have participating dentists close to you. Search by zip code or full address.
Dental Implants?
I am in dire need of dental implants. Can anyone give me an idea of the cost involved? I will need a complete lower assembly and a partial upper assembly. Can the procedure be performed in one or two visits? Also I take Warfarin daily and have a history of blood clots.
Thanks
Dental Implants?
The cost will depend on where you live. I have 8 implants on top and 6 on the bottom that holds a whole bridge unit. I have a gorgeous smile. I have seen implants from $2,500 to $5000 each. You will have to decide what you want. In my case I had immediate load. I live far away from my Doctor's over 500 miles in fact. I had my first visit in April, went back for my surgery in May, all teeth removed and I had temporary teeth screwed onto the implants immediately (I was never one day without teeth) and I stayed in a motel for 4 days, came back 2 weeks later for my stitches removed and didn't go back for my permanents for 5 months in Oct. where they finished me in a week staying in a motel. Can't answer you about the medication or the blood clots.
If you choose an oral surgeon you will have two charges one to place the implants and another specialist to fabricate your teeth. If you choose a Prosthodontist with a lab on the premisis you will have one charge and one doctor.
Reply:I'm not sure of your insurance, but without it at my doctors it costs a grand.
Per tooth.
Ever think about selling that harley?
Reply:If you mean for permanent teeth, the last I checked was around $1000 per tooth. May be more, may be less today, but you'll have to check.
Reply:for me to have just two teeth will be 2k but only because i am in a special program. if i dont get the op soon it will be well over 4k
Reply:I can't help you with the price.
But the Warfarin should not be a complication if you are within the therapeutic INR range of 2-4. The placement of the implants will help close the wound and allow better healing.
Also, you could take a self-made MOUTHWASH of tranexamic acid (1 cap in 10-15ml water) 4x daily for 7 days to help the natural clotting.
Thanks
Dental Implants?
The cost will depend on where you live. I have 8 implants on top and 6 on the bottom that holds a whole bridge unit. I have a gorgeous smile. I have seen implants from $2,500 to $5000 each. You will have to decide what you want. In my case I had immediate load. I live far away from my Doctor's over 500 miles in fact. I had my first visit in April, went back for my surgery in May, all teeth removed and I had temporary teeth screwed onto the implants immediately (I was never one day without teeth) and I stayed in a motel for 4 days, came back 2 weeks later for my stitches removed and didn't go back for my permanents for 5 months in Oct. where they finished me in a week staying in a motel. Can't answer you about the medication or the blood clots.
If you choose an oral surgeon you will have two charges one to place the implants and another specialist to fabricate your teeth. If you choose a Prosthodontist with a lab on the premisis you will have one charge and one doctor.
Reply:I'm not sure of your insurance, but without it at my doctors it costs a grand.
Per tooth.
Ever think about selling that harley?
Reply:If you mean for permanent teeth, the last I checked was around $1000 per tooth. May be more, may be less today, but you'll have to check.
Reply:for me to have just two teeth will be 2k but only because i am in a special program. if i dont get the op soon it will be well over 4k
Reply:I can't help you with the price.
But the Warfarin should not be a complication if you are within the therapeutic INR range of 2-4. The placement of the implants will help close the wound and allow better healing.
Also, you could take a self-made MOUTHWASH of tranexamic acid (1 cap in 10-15ml water) 4x daily for 7 days to help the natural clotting.
Dental trouble. Please help.?
Well I underwent drilling at the dentist today, yet again the second time in 4 month.
This time I am in it for big. The dentist found 4 tooth that need attention. I don't know why, I am trying to take care of my teeth. I brush twice a day, mouth wash with antiseptics twice a day after meals, floss every now and then. What more could i do?
The cavity is pretty big on the molar, and is at the side of teeth, so pretty hard to treat. Had 1/5 of it drilled off and filled with temporary stuff. Need to go back in 3 days and get permanent filling or possibly root canal treatment.
It's on temporary filling now and will stay for the next 3 days. Will I be able to brush the tooth?
Is root canal treatment really expensive? Will my private dental insurance pay for it? It's pretty good, paid 80% of my visit today. Will I feel anything during the procedure? Any pain at all? I am a big baby when it comes to dentist caused pain. And will they kill the nerve?
Tell me about your root canal pls.
Dental trouble. Please help.?
The flossing now and then, is what is hurting you.
Food particles and plaque get caught between the teeth, brushing alone will not remoce them.
The plaque is the killer.
It gets between teeth and eats away at the enamel.
Thats why your cavity is on the side of your tooth.
You need to floss atleast once everyday. ( don't we all )
Root canals usualy cost between $500 and $900, depending on which tooth.
Some teeth only have one root, some teeth have two roots and some teeth have three roots.
They have to do each root.
The further you go back in the mouth, the more roots teeth have.
Even with insurance, your probaly gonna have to pay $200 or so for your root canal.
Root canals are a way to try and save severely damaged teeth, some times they might even replace the whole top of the tooth ( the part you see ) and keep the root.
Thats when they put a crown on your teeth.
If your dentist is good, you will fill pressure, more than you fill during cavity drilling. But hopefully they will deaden the nerves first.
It will also take longer than you may be used to, so be prepared to spend an hour or so in the dentist chair.
You didn't mention if you have regular dental checkups, your supposed to have them twice a year.
That way they can clean your teeth and x-ray for cavities before they become large and cause problems.
Most insurance pays a larger percentage of dental checkups than they do for any other procedure.
Reply:root canal treatment is not painful no. first of all the tooth itself is killed since the root is cut off so no pain is felt. the treatment is more tedious i would say. the dentist will fill the hole with tiny 'sticks' and then cover that with the usual filling. i have no idea about the cost (i live in malta!) but if your insurance paid fo the treatment today, it will probably pay for the root treatment too. good luck.
Reply:Sorry about your dental experience. You can still brush your teeth with a temporary filling. Just go easy on it.
Depending on your insurance coverage, root canals can be expensive. If you want to check, just call the number on the back of your card and see how much they cover for it.
I've had only one root canal and I do remember being in some pain. The purpose of a root canal is to remove the root so yes, they will kill the nerve. They will either give you a light sedation or just laughing gas and/or a shot during the procedure, so you shouldn't feel anything during the procedure itself - just after the numbing goes away. Just ask your dentist for a script for some pain pills to get you through in case you experience pain. Dentists are pretty good at helping those of us (I'm like you - have no pain tolerance!) who are a bit fearful of dentists and procedures.
Good luck, and I'm sure you'll do just fine :)
Reply:root canals don't hurt so much cause they numb your mouth, most insurance will not pay for it, last time they told me I needed one it was 500 dollars or get my tooth pulled. That was a few years back so it may be even more now. Insurance would cover pulling the tooth but not a root canal. I had the tooth pulled, but I have had root canals in the past and they aren't so bad, you don't really feel it, sure afterwards your mouth and gums will be a litttle sore, but they are when you get your teeth pulled too. I can't tell you how you'd have any problems if you brush your teeth regularly..maybe iy's genetics and your parents teeth decayed fast as well. That's the case in my family.
Reply:Root canal is a BIG deal. I was told by a dentist I needed this, because an amalgam filling came out and my tooth was very sensitive. I went and got a second opinion, and found out I was just allergic to the amalgam filling, got a porcelain one, and haven't had a problem with that tooth since. Even though you take great care of your teeth, you may just be one of those people who have weak teeth, and they may give yo problems all your life. Yes, you will be able to brush your teeth with the temp filling, just don't over brush that tooth, don't eat anything too hard on that tooth, etc. yes, root canals are expensive, and depending on the dentist/oral surgeon, you may have to pay part up front, even if insurance will cover it. I have not had one, but I have been told it is expensive, and can be very painful, especially if you get dry socket afterwards. Good luck.
Reply:Yes root canals are expensive. Depends on your dental insurance on whether they'll pay. I've had many. Make sure you floss every time you brush, it makes a big difference. Do you smoke? I smoke and because of that, no matter how good I take care of my teeth the always go bad. Never eat anything before bed without brushing your teeth after. The root canal should relieve any pain you've had. The point on taking care of your teeth is your health as well. I've gotten very sick from an abscess and not taking care of it. You can get earaches from bad teeth depending on where the tooth is decayed. I could go on. Good luck.
This time I am in it for big. The dentist found 4 tooth that need attention. I don't know why, I am trying to take care of my teeth. I brush twice a day, mouth wash with antiseptics twice a day after meals, floss every now and then. What more could i do?
The cavity is pretty big on the molar, and is at the side of teeth, so pretty hard to treat. Had 1/5 of it drilled off and filled with temporary stuff. Need to go back in 3 days and get permanent filling or possibly root canal treatment.
It's on temporary filling now and will stay for the next 3 days. Will I be able to brush the tooth?
Is root canal treatment really expensive? Will my private dental insurance pay for it? It's pretty good, paid 80% of my visit today. Will I feel anything during the procedure? Any pain at all? I am a big baby when it comes to dentist caused pain. And will they kill the nerve?
Tell me about your root canal pls.
Dental trouble. Please help.?
The flossing now and then, is what is hurting you.
Food particles and plaque get caught between the teeth, brushing alone will not remoce them.
The plaque is the killer.
It gets between teeth and eats away at the enamel.
Thats why your cavity is on the side of your tooth.
You need to floss atleast once everyday. ( don't we all )
Root canals usualy cost between $500 and $900, depending on which tooth.
Some teeth only have one root, some teeth have two roots and some teeth have three roots.
They have to do each root.
The further you go back in the mouth, the more roots teeth have.
Even with insurance, your probaly gonna have to pay $200 or so for your root canal.
Root canals are a way to try and save severely damaged teeth, some times they might even replace the whole top of the tooth ( the part you see ) and keep the root.
Thats when they put a crown on your teeth.
If your dentist is good, you will fill pressure, more than you fill during cavity drilling. But hopefully they will deaden the nerves first.
It will also take longer than you may be used to, so be prepared to spend an hour or so in the dentist chair.
You didn't mention if you have regular dental checkups, your supposed to have them twice a year.
That way they can clean your teeth and x-ray for cavities before they become large and cause problems.
Most insurance pays a larger percentage of dental checkups than they do for any other procedure.
Reply:root canal treatment is not painful no. first of all the tooth itself is killed since the root is cut off so no pain is felt. the treatment is more tedious i would say. the dentist will fill the hole with tiny 'sticks' and then cover that with the usual filling. i have no idea about the cost (i live in malta!) but if your insurance paid fo the treatment today, it will probably pay for the root treatment too. good luck.
Reply:Sorry about your dental experience. You can still brush your teeth with a temporary filling. Just go easy on it.
Depending on your insurance coverage, root canals can be expensive. If you want to check, just call the number on the back of your card and see how much they cover for it.
I've had only one root canal and I do remember being in some pain. The purpose of a root canal is to remove the root so yes, they will kill the nerve. They will either give you a light sedation or just laughing gas and/or a shot during the procedure, so you shouldn't feel anything during the procedure itself - just after the numbing goes away. Just ask your dentist for a script for some pain pills to get you through in case you experience pain. Dentists are pretty good at helping those of us (I'm like you - have no pain tolerance!) who are a bit fearful of dentists and procedures.
Good luck, and I'm sure you'll do just fine :)
Reply:root canals don't hurt so much cause they numb your mouth, most insurance will not pay for it, last time they told me I needed one it was 500 dollars or get my tooth pulled. That was a few years back so it may be even more now. Insurance would cover pulling the tooth but not a root canal. I had the tooth pulled, but I have had root canals in the past and they aren't so bad, you don't really feel it, sure afterwards your mouth and gums will be a litttle sore, but they are when you get your teeth pulled too. I can't tell you how you'd have any problems if you brush your teeth regularly..maybe iy's genetics and your parents teeth decayed fast as well. That's the case in my family.
Reply:Root canal is a BIG deal. I was told by a dentist I needed this, because an amalgam filling came out and my tooth was very sensitive. I went and got a second opinion, and found out I was just allergic to the amalgam filling, got a porcelain one, and haven't had a problem with that tooth since. Even though you take great care of your teeth, you may just be one of those people who have weak teeth, and they may give yo problems all your life. Yes, you will be able to brush your teeth with the temp filling, just don't over brush that tooth, don't eat anything too hard on that tooth, etc. yes, root canals are expensive, and depending on the dentist/oral surgeon, you may have to pay part up front, even if insurance will cover it. I have not had one, but I have been told it is expensive, and can be very painful, especially if you get dry socket afterwards. Good luck.
Reply:Yes root canals are expensive. Depends on your dental insurance on whether they'll pay. I've had many. Make sure you floss every time you brush, it makes a big difference. Do you smoke? I smoke and because of that, no matter how good I take care of my teeth the always go bad. Never eat anything before bed without brushing your teeth after. The root canal should relieve any pain you've had. The point on taking care of your teeth is your health as well. I've gotten very sick from an abscess and not taking care of it. You can get earaches from bad teeth depending on where the tooth is decayed. I could go on. Good luck.
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