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Posted By :
Dr.Ritz on
11-May-2012 09:40 PM
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SHIRLEY KING, At this age i would suggest you to go for implants since your jaw bone is too weak to support the weight of dentures and also there won't be any retention so you will be having problems even if you go for new set of dentures. The average cost of dental implants ranges from $2000 or $4000 to $14000.
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Posted By :
Shirley KIng on
11-May-2012 05:36 PM
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I have had dentures since 19 years old now 71. My jaw bone is not good on the bottom so I need to have something done before I have new dentures or implants. I need someones advice on how this all works and the cost of all.
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Posted By :
Tia on
14-Apr-2012 03:23 PM
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I am 35 yearsold, I ave done everything I could to keep my teeth, according to my dentist the roots of my upper teeth are all cracked. Seen on xray I am so depressed, I can barely eat or breath. I am a single mom of a special needs child, I put myself thru school, t better both our lives. who is gonna hire me with no teeth. The dr said I should get 2 implants and later on save for more. How when I can't even pay of my student loan.. Can anyone advise me People don't *doctors especialy wont een talk to me cause they hear I have no insurance, and I am broke. I guess this si what a statistic is all about. oone cares about you. Your only value is what is in your pocket. I had saved for 2 crowns jsut 2 have them break and fall out Dentist said the inside rotted and the metal prong broke.He cemented them back in said i have a year if im lucky maybe
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Posted By :
clare on
31-Mar-2012 03:41 PM
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I had a removable partial denture made 3 months ago and one tooth fell out just last week. Only use in daytime and put in container at night. Dentist that made this lives 600 miles from me so am seeking advise of another dentist I know nearby as to what to do. Saw a denturist last week, recommended to me and she said it is not good. I brought X-rays with me and they pulled out the top 4 middle teeth to do the procedure. Put on Care-Credit for payment of $4,000.00. Sent them photo's of denture. They told me to put bonding on the tooth that fell out. Denturist tells me not to do this as it will not hold. I've notified CareCredit about the problem and will wait to see what my dentist at present location advises. I am retired and have very limited income.
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Posted By :
Dr. Ritz on
29-Mar-2012 08:19 AM
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Vee, Yes, you can think about crowns but for permanent crown you may have to wait for a year or two as your son is too young. The other option is the veneers. You can discuss with your dentist about the treatment options.
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Posted By :
Cathy on
29-Mar-2012 04:44 AM
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I am paying $37,000 for full upper implanta and believe I was grossly overcharged.From everything that I have read this cost should have been about $25,000. Is there anything I can do to resolve this? Unfortunately, the dentist thinks he is too good to discuss this with me. Need advice please.
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Posted By :
Vee on
27-Mar-2012 11:19 AM
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My son had braces and was very hard-headed about eating candy. He's 15 now, the braces have been removed, and he has a tarter stain acriss the top of 13 of his top/bottom teeth due to the sugar. It can't be removed, so I was maybe looking at crowning those teeth to give it a better look. Is that possible?
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Posted By :
Dr Ritz on
17-Feb-2012 10:19 AM
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Jen, Bridge and implants, both are permanent solutions for replacement of missing teeth but the procedure is different. In case of bridge, adjacent teeth are also used as support but in dental implant the support is taken from bone by putting screw. Implant are much more expensive than bridge. Dental implant is a surgical procedure involving healing time of around 3 months whereas bridge is no surgical and is within week or 10 days. There are other factors which have to be taken in consideration. So go to your dentist and get clinical examination done and discuss the options. Costwise Dental implants are not covered by most insurances where bridges can be partially covered.
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Posted By :
jen on
16-Feb-2012 04:24 PM
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I had my front three teeth pulled and got apartial adn was wantting to get something more perment would a bridge or implants
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Posted By :
Dr Carl on
11-Jan-2012 12:22 AM
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Elizabeth, If there are missing teeth present, then they can be replaced with dental implants, dental bridge or partial dentures. Patients with auto-immune condition are not suitable candidates for dental implants. Dental implants are made of titanium and chronic exposure of metal can cause risk of coming out of remission. You can discuss with your implantologist that whether dental implants can be given to you or not. After taking medical history and after thorough examination, your dentist will tell you better.
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Posted By :
Elizabeth on
10-Jan-2012 01:01 PM
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I have a history of autoimmune disease (mixed connective tissue disease) that appears to have gone into remission since having a cyst in my right upper jaw removed. I have no way of knowing for sure that this was the trigger for the autoimmune disease but would I be at greater risk of coming out of remission if I get implants? I have several missing teeth (all molars) that make eating very difficult and would like to get them replaced. Dentures do not sound very appealing at all.
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Posted By :
Dr Carl on
06-Jan-2012 11:42 PM
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Gary, Average cost of dental implants is $3000-$4000 per implant. If there is not sufficient bone present to support dental implant, then procedures such as bone grafting and sinus grafting are required. Bone grafting and sinus grafting cost will be additional. Cost of all porcelain dental crowns is $800-$1500. Cost of implant procedure varies from place to place and dentist to dentist. If you are apprehensive, then it would be better to take a second opinion.
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Posted By :
Gary on
06-Jan-2012 02:08 PM
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I need 2 inplants. No 12 & 13. 12 is straight forward, good bone. 12 needs sinus lift and bone graft. Dr useing porc/cer. Fee given to me yesterday as treatmebt plan is $14,300. I thought really high. Should I get second opinion on cost. I paid him $585.00 yesterday for evaluation and 3 D survey before I got treatment plan. Thanks
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Posted By :
Dr Carl on
29-Dec-2011 01:19 AM
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John, If tooth is broken and can’t be restored, then extraction of the tooth can be done to remove the infection. After tooth removal, missing tooth can be replaced with dental implants which are best option for missing tooth replacement. Implants are quite expensive and if you can’t afford dental implants, then you can also opt for dental bridge or can get flippers. You can visit a dentals school for treatment where treatment is done by budding dentists under supervision of experienced dentists. Quality of treatment provided at dental schools is not bad either. You can also look for free dental clinics near your place or can talk to your local dentist if you can pay in installments for dental treatment.
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Posted By :
John on
28-Dec-2011 09:04 PM
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it sounds like implants are only for rich people. how can I afford implants on my measly salary and because of the economy and losing a decent paying job, my credit is shot, so I can't apply for credit. My broken teeth in the back of my mouth are just about gone and my mouth is always in pain, I can't afford dentistry, and my wife is starting to experience pain also. what options do we have?
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Posted By :
Dr Ritz on
18-Nov-2011 11:11 PM
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Buddy williams, Dental implants are the best option for replacement of missing teeth. Cost of single dental implant is approximately $3000. If additional procedure such as bone grafting, sinus grafting is required, then it will cost even more. For getting dental implants, you can visit an experienced implantologist. You can take the help of your friends and relatives to select dentist. You can call or visit dental offices in your locality to know about the approximate cost of treatment and can further negotiate with them.
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Posted By :
Buddy Williams on
18-Nov-2011 07:20 PM
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Fighting bad teeth for years. Have been told to pull them all and have dentures placed on implants for permanent fixture. How do I select the right dentist/procedure and how do I go about discerning what is a fair price for this work? I do have a Dental discount plan that might help some. Looking forward to your reply.
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Posted By :
Dr Ritz on
16-Nov-2011 10:41 PM
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Susie, Dental implants are made of titanium and very rarely people are allergic to titanium metal. You can also take an allergy test before getting dental implant to access whether you are allergic to metal or not. To improve properties of titanium, aluminium, vanadium and other metals may also be added and with test, allergy to these metals can also be tested.
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Posted By :
Susie on
16-Nov-2011 05:13 PM
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I have many allergies. How can I be sure that I will not be allergic to the implant material.
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Posted By :
Dr Ritz on
30-Jul-2011 11:41 AM
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Yes dental implants are definately a better and modern option for the replacement of upper and lower partials. Though it is expensive and can cost you around $3500 for each tooth but still your dentist can plan out and decide the number of implants you need. so schedule an appoinment with an oral surgeon or periodontist who are specialists in putting dental implants and get yourself evalued.
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Posted By :
Sherie on
29-Jul-2011 09:18 AM
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I have upper and lower partials and I am badly in need of replacing them. I was considering implants. I am sure I will have most of my teeth replaced. All my teeth were extracted by a dentist. Would you recommend dental implants. Could you make a recommendation?
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Posted By :
Dr Ritz on
21-Jul-2011 07:48 PM
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If the teeth are badly carious but restorable then go for dental crowns even if they have to be replaced after 10 years. Dental Implants can be given only when teeth are pulled out. The better option is to go for dental crowns now and later on if any problem develops and you have to get them pulled out then you can go for dental implants.
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Posted By :
Ro on
21-Jul-2011 10:18 AM
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I have very BAD teeth my dentist sugessted that I have all front 8 teeth crowned I am reluctant to do this because of the cost estimated at 5k and then in 10 years have to have them replaced. I am seeking out all my options I still have my front teeth but they are full of cavities on the back side of my mouth. (I had a perminant retainer installed incorectly) - Because I have not lost them yet could I still have the implants or would they have to pull them all?
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Posted By :
Dr. Ritz on
04-Jul-2011 11:34 AM
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The white scab which you have mentioned had fallem from crown or the tissue around crown. If it is frm tissue around crown then metal cannot show but if it is from the crown then it can be ceramic which has come out from PFM crown. This happpens and then metal part start showing but the metal used in making PFM is very inert and it does not erode so there is no chance of metalic taste. It can be due to some gum infection around implant. Go to dentist and get is checked.
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Posted By :
jo on
04-Jul-2011 11:34 AM
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I had a dental implant and the tissue developed a huge white "scab" that eventually fell off/granulation, I was tole...but the metal of the crown is now showing and I taste metal in my mouth...is that normal?
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