Crown
Added: March 19, 2007 - 5:40 PM
By: Patient Email Withheld, Denver, CO
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Case Summary
Exam & Consultation
Filling
Broken Tooth
Crown
Teeth: 31
Last Full Mouth X-Ray: 3yrs
Last Cleaning: 3yrs
Case Description
very large filling broke out today. Tooth does not seem sensitive. Was told a few times over the last 8 years that they were suprised how long this large filling lasted. I think they used a band and 2 posts on this filling. Delta prefferred does not seem to cover this expense for me as I have only had the ins 3 months. Any guesses on a economical cash basis option? I dont think we have instant msg. email is sdhorner@truevine.net
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Reply: Crown
added: March 19, 2007 - 6:00 PM
Cost Estimate: $900-1300
The typical range for a Crown in Denver 900-1400, you should try and do something soon because the tooth could start hurting at any time... There is also the possibilty that the tooth could require more than just a crown.
Reply: Crown
added: March 19, 2007 - 8:38 PM
Cost Estimate: $ No Estimate at this time. Additional information required.
There are really a LOT of things you need to know about this tooth and situation. It''''s great that it''''s not really hurting right now-sounds like you probably had a root canal.The bigger question is what will happen to this tooth over the next 10, 20, 30... years? If you repair it well now, it can last a LONG time. A break like this will need a crown to properly fix and seal it. Occasionally, a 2nd molar like this can be removed without serious compromise. No way to know without checking it.Many offices including mine will take a photo of your tooth and SHOW you what is happening and WHY those others have been concerned about it for the last 8 years. You probably can avoid something like this again in the future.MANY financial options exist. Really hard to say until it''''s checked.Best Wishes!SG
Reply: Crown
added: March 20, 2007 - 10:22 AM
Cost Estimate: $1000.-1400
Those very large fillings rarely break out because of age. While the tooth may not hurt now, be careful how long you wait. Usually there is a layer of decay that has separated the filling from the tooth. If not treated soon, this may double the cost by involving a root canal as well as a crown. While your insurance may have a waiting period, this is likely not a tooth that can wait. Many offices will offer a cash discount, usually ranging from 5-10%. If you have the tooth restored with any type of crown, perhaps taking advantage of a low cost option to wait for insurance, Delta can refuse to cover any new crown for a period of five years. So, be careful. This may be a time to have proper lasting dentistry done and use your benefits for other work that may have been postponed.
Reply: Crown
added: March 21, 2007 - 3:43 PM
Cost Estimate: $ No Estimate at this time. Additional information required.
Dear patient,Economical and best option are not always the same thing. With that said, a temporary filling could hold up assuming there is still some tooth left. A buildup would possibly be the best assuming you are preparing for a crown in the future. Hope this helped.Sincerely, Dr. Luis J. Bravo
Reply: Crown
added: March 22, 2007 - 7:06 AM
Cost Estimate: $na
I think a few more questions would need to be answered. Where is the tooth located? Did it have root canal treatment? Does it have decay? Will it need a root canal? Are the gums / supporting structures healthy? What type of crown does it need? There are many types of crowns? (For example- an inexpensive 3/4 base metal crown can be made from a lab in China, as opposed to a customized perfectly esthetic crown made in the office lab) All crowns are not equal. A quality dentist should complete a complete examination and then provide you with a firm price estimate. I hope this helps. Contact our office if we can provide you with additional informationGuy Grabiak303 988 6110
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