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Case Summary
Filling
Teeth: 1,2,15,16,31,32
Last Full Mouth X-Ray: 02052007
Last Cleaning: 02052007
Case Description
i've never had fillings before and i was just told i have 6 cavities, 2 in the bottom last right molar and between the last two molars on both sides of upper. i was quoted $330 for the bottom, $330 for one side of the top and $290 for the other two. these are not silver fillings but i dont know how much this procedure should cost since i've never had a filling and i dont have insurance.
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Reply: Fillings
added: February 06, 2007 - 5:42 AM
Cost Estimate: $ No Estimate at this time. Additional information required.
If you have been going to your Dentist on a regular basis, you have probably been being encouraged to brush and floss these areas, so they are probably small. Our diagnostic lasers and digital x-rays allow us to catch decay at a much earlier stage, allowing for a more conservative repair. If you are not a regular, then the decay may be more extensive. While the silver filling is still a fully acceptable and safe material, there are new materials that offer distinct advantages. The costs that you describe are a good value for either filling material and any size of tooth defect. Ask to see the spots on the x-rays so you can judge .. just remember that the decay will only expand, left unattended. Pain is usually a tooth''''s last desperate call for help .. waiting holds no real benefit. So get the cavities repaired!
Reply: Fillings
added: February 06, 2007 - 8:43 AM
Cost Estimate: $ No Estimate at this time. Additional information required.
Thank you for your question. Quoteing fees for dental work can be challenging. Every tooth has 5 surfaces and each surface is billed out seperatly. I would have to know the tooth number and amount of surfaces to give you a fair quote. If you email me back with that information I would be happy to let you know. We also only do composite(clear) fillings. Good luck.
Reply: Fillings
added: February 06, 2007 - 5:52 PM
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With out know the exact surfaces it is hard to tell, but it seems in line with current fees. As we age the nooks and cranies have bacteria and food become lodged in them with cavities developing over the years. We use a Diagnodent Lazer to find these as soon as possible to keep the cost adn destruction to a minimum.Give the office a call for a FREE second opinion 614-801-1000.A copy of your treatemnt plan would be helpful.ThanksScott D. Schumann DDS
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