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Young man in 20's with severe tooth decay

 
Young man in 20's with severe tooth decay
Added: August 03, 2006 - 7:30 AM
By: doraboyd@hotmail.com, Denver, CO
Need Dentist / Specialist: Yes  
Provide Cost Estimate: Yes  
X-rays Available: Yes  
Case Summary

Teeth:  
Last Full Mouth X-Ray: 2006
Last Cleaning: ?
Case Description
I am trying to help my brother determine his options for dental care. He is a young man in his 20s but has extremely significant tooth decay. As far as I can tell, from what little consultation he has been provided by a local dentist, his teeth are beyond repair. He has very little means to pay for extensive dental care and I would like to do whatever I can to assist him in finding the best option to get him in a state of comfort (due to the severe decay he is in a lot of pain). I would appreciate any ideas on options& I have looked through some examples of fees associated with Dentures and am unsure what the prices include& for example a price is given for full dentures at $900.00& does this cover only the actual dentures or does this include the removal of teeth in order to be ready to utilize the dentures. I also worry that if we find a dentist who is cheep that the quality of service may be poor and Ive head that it can be very painful when adjusting to dentures even if they are a good fit& Hes been through enough already and I want to do whatever I can to make sure that not only we find a way to get his teeth fixed but also that he is treated kindly, and gets optimal care. If anyone has any insight that might help me with this I would genuinely be so grateful. doraboyd@hotmail.com




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Reply: Young man in 20's with severe tooth decay
added: October 30, 2006 - 9:09 AM

Cost Estimate: $ No Estimate at this time. Additional information required.
Sounds like a difficult situation.

You have great questions, beyond what I can fully adress here.

If his teeth are infected, then yes he probably ought to have teeth out. If It''''s bad decay, then there are options. Since he is SO young, these are lifelong decisions.

I would have to either speak with you for a few minutes or have him in to the office to examine fully.

Happy to help!

   

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