Just went to the dentist after 6 years...

SMH really hard wrote:

Yeah, based on your family people should avoid dentists or at least dispute their opinion. And hope their kids get measles.

My family went to dentists. We just didn't have to pay. So based on my family getting free dental care the OP should avoid dentists? Why would that be?

Long time absent from Dental appointments about 2 years ago however I had some rather irritating pain in the back half of bottom teeth was advised root canal, infections, wisdom, etc.

Made and went to appointment dentist was rather simple suggesting (not demand appointment) to remove one of Wisdom, and 1 cavity. After this did some research from certified nutritionists eneded up taking a Full Spectrum Mineral Supplement (not vitamins) within 1 week the issues resolved.

Currently I'm still taking Mineral supplements...

HRE wrote:

SMH really hard wrote:

Yeah, based on your family people should avoid dentists or at least dispute their opinion. And hope their kids get measles.

My family went to dentists. We just didn't have to pay. So based on my family getting free dental care the OP should avoid dentists? Why would that be?

Um, did you forget your niece scenario?

old timers disease wrote:

HRE wrote:

My family went to dentists. We just didn't have to pay. So based on my family getting free dental care the OP should avoid dentists? Why would that be?

Um, did you forget your niece scenario?

No. My niece went to the same dentist all of us did until he retired. Where did you get the idea she's avoided dentists?

HRE wrote:

old timers disease wrote:

Um, did you forget your niece scenario?

No. My niece went to the same dentist all of us did until he retired. Where did you get the idea she's avoided dentists?

When you told the story of her cancelling her new dentist because you think there's nothing wrong with her.

you did forget wrote:

When you told the story of her cancelling her new dentist because you think there's nothing wrong with her.

It seems like that was good advice but it was her mum's suggestion more than mine given that she's had no problems with her teeth. Cancelling one appointment does not mean she's never going to a dentist again.

I’m glad to read this discussion. Professionals in every occupation, people generally, need accountability. No one knows it all.

One root canall...that's all

Don't do meth. It rots your teeth

Make sure your cavities are filled with silver and gold

Tim Whatley wrote:

Don't do meth. It rots your teeth

I know a guy who is a recovered meth addict. ….among other drugs. He's about 36 now and has cavity free teeth.

Take the x-rays from the first dentist and bring them to another dentist for a second opinion. You can do this without embarrassment. If you've only seen the first dentist once--the first time in six years--then you're hardly obligated to that person or that office. Just say, "Thanks very much for the information. I'm sure you can understand that I'd like a second opinion, since you're proposing that I have so much work that needs to be done. I'd just feel better moving ahead after I've had a second opinion." They should give you your x-rays. It's all digital imaging these days.

Definitely is something wrong here. How come in 6 years you didn’t have any appointments at the dentist? How about the stones that should be removed annually. In 6 years, you should have had real bricks in your mouth. Probably they don’t want to work with people who has the insurance all covered. In such a way, they get the money harder, than the clients who pay straight. Another option is that they want to fool you and earn some money on your shoulders. If I were you, I would try to avoid such unpleasant situations by checking your teeth on another dental office like https://naples-smiles.com/.

Cavities only get worse if you don't get them filled, and they are very easy to see on an xray.

Getting a filling is awesome. Especially the silver ones. They make your teeth good as new. Get your damn fillings like a man.

You're right, especially if you don't have an existing relationship with this dentist to know how they operate. Plus, you can't undo fillings, and as you said they need to be replaced eventually (usually meaning a progressively bigger filling).

It certainly can't hurt to get a second opinion -- though ideally you can bring those x-rays to the next guy rather than getting an extra dose. "Listen to your damn doctor", but realize there are different opinions on how to deal with apparent cavities. And varying levels of trustworthiness in dentists.

bioclotidtai wrote:

Definitely is something wrong here. How come in 6 years you didn’t have any appointments at the dentist? How about the stones that should be removed annually. In 6 years, you should have had real bricks in your mouth. Probably they don’t want to work with people who has the insurance all covered. In such a way, they get the money harder, than the clients who pay straight. Another option is that they want to fool you and earn some money on your shoulders. If I were you, I would try to avoid such unpleasant situations by checking your teeth on another dental office like

https://naples-smiles.com/

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My friend was just looking for this information. Thanks

I inherited my bad teeth...both parents had dentures early.

Had several crowns and root canals in my 40s.

Crowns started leaking when I turned 60. Dentist wanted to do implants for a small fortune. Told him i would rather get dentures than mortgage my house.

He said "no one in their right mind would choose to balance 2 pieces of plastic in their mouth when they could have a permanent, beautiful set of teeth."

Instead of the 35 grand for the implants, I spent $2700 total for extractions and dentures. The roaster tray full of syringes was no fun, but 2 years later I think it was the best dental decision I ever made.

And I am running better and faster. No more daily random tooth aches. No hot/cold sensitivity. I just feel better and that has greatly improved my quality of life without breaking the bank.

Yes, there are some foods I avoid. I don't use adhesive...you still get bits of food under your lower plate even with adhesive. I prefer to be able to pop mine out and rinse them.

Also. I lost 9 pounds in the first 2 months after extractions. Made me think that instead of gastric bypass surgery, all these obese people would see better results from getting their teeth pulled!

I went to the dentist before I left for college, then again 35 years later.

No issue, nothing amazing, quick cleaning. My parents both had terrible teeth. I live better than they did, I guess.

Indeed very suspicious, 17 Xrays, God. My husband brushes his teeth twice a day, like many of us, but he's just doing this because it's necessary, and in 25+ years he had only one cavity. On the other hand, I brush my teeth almost after every single meal, floss, use mouthwash and all that stuff and I recently went to the doctor, and guess what? I have three cavities. How's that even possible? Either way, I need to fix them but I'm not gonna pay $300 for some fillings, so I need to find a clinic with decent prices. I read good reviews about this service the other day, so I need to see what they have to offer. https://tallah.com