I lost a porcelain veneer. It just fell off while I was on a subway. There were too many people in the car to look for it. I’m pretty sure it was crushed. I called my dentist, but he said losing a veneer is not an emergency and he can’t see me for a month. […]
Insurance won’t cover dental implants
I don’t understand why my insurance company won’t cover dental implants. I completely lose two teeth in a car accident and they’re telling me I don’t need them. It’s considered “cosmetic” to put in detnal implants. I need teeth. It is humiliating to have them missing. What can I do? Gina N. – Alabama Gina, […]
Need too many appointments to keep my family functioning
I had severe hyperemesis gravidarum for three pregnancies and it really did a number on my teeth. I went in for a dental consultation before my last pregnancy and it was pretty bad. We’re talking thousands of dollars of work that will take dozens of visits. I’m sure it’s way worse now since I went […]
Boyfriend knocked my tooth out. Don’t want my mom to know.
My parents are out of the country. I’ve had the house to myself the past two weeks. They’ll be home in two weeks themselves. My boyfriend and I got into a huge fight last night. He pushed me and I tripped and landed on the bar. My front tooth got knocked out. Clarke feels real […]
How do I know cadaver bone is healthy for dental implants?
I wanted to get dental implants, but my dentist said I need bone grafting done. I am not crazy about the idea of cadaver bone. My biggest fear is that I will catch something from someone else’s bone. How do I know it is safe? Jennifer H. – Idaho Jennifer, I can understand for some […]
Getting past fear of the dentist
I have been afraid of the dentist my entire life. It started with a dental appointment as a child that is the stuff of nightmares. I really need to get past this, because I realize it is affecting my oral health. I can’t remember the last time I’ve been to the dentist. I fear I’m […]
Crown fell off
I don’t know why my dental crown fell off. My dentist says it’s no big deal and happens all the time. He’ll put it back on for free, but he can’t get to me today. He’ll see me in about a week. I’m so embarassed. I don’t want a stub on one of my visible […]
Can I drink wine before going to the dentist?
I’m a little uncomfortable going to the dentist. Wine relaxes me. I was hoping you would tell me if it OK to go to the dentist after drinking a little wine. Christie M. – Oklahoma Christie, You’re not alone in your discomfort with a dentist. Many people have either had a traumatic experience with a […]
What do I do if I can’t afford dental implants?
I am losing most of my teeth. The thought is horrifying. I’m only 34. I priced dental implants and almost cried. It’s bad enough to be losing so many of my teeth, but to not be able to afford to do anything about it is enough to make me shut down. I just don’t know […]
Implant placed without bone support
I had several implants placed. They kept coming loose. On a hunch that my dentist wasn’t telling me everything, I went to get a second opinion. The second dentist told me that I didn’t have enough bone support for this procedure and that is why they keep coming loose. So, do I have any options […]
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