Sorry to hear that. Maybe get a third opinion or just get it fixed.
Quoting kgmmw:
Sorry to hear that. Maybe get a third opinion or just get it fixed.
He got fillings with the last two cavities. I just don't know if I truly believe he needs all this work done. Plus they were discussing amongst themselves on using silver to fill the cavaities (not on my child). Guess I was just venting. I'll be calling my friend as she herself is the dentist that moved to Tucson.
They could be minor little flaws in the teeth that can be fixed by being sealed. I just had that happen to one of my teeth a few months back.
And are any if the places you are going to a chain type of dentist? Like cool smile, general dentistry, to name a few? those places are notorious for 1 over charging and 2 over exaggerating the need for procedures. wherever you go ask for a print out of the affected teeth and your xray. When you seek another option try to go to a regular family dentist and see if this last diagnosis matches the previous ones. It could be possible that the other Cavities could be solved with a simple clear coating rather than a filling. I have really bad teeth so I had all my top molars coated to prevent cavities, all my bottom molars have had at least one cavity each, some even 2 at a time so ask my bottom molars have filings.
dental coverage) we do have dental dental so while at the hospital they did the xrays and only saw 2. This new one I guess is a chain since it has several locations. I will definitely take your advice and fine a family dentist. Thank you
Quoting Supervane:
Ok first and foremost not all cavities hurt. So even if he had never complained they may still be there. The best way for cavities to be seen are in an xray or some are visible to the naked eye.
And are any if the places you are going to a chain type of dentist? Like cool smile, general dentistry, to name a few? those places are notorious for 1 over charging and 2 over exaggerating the need for procedures. wherever you go ask for a print out of the affected teeth and your xray. When you seek another option try to go to a regular family dentist and see if this last diagnosis matches the previous ones. It could be possible that the other Cavities could be solved with a simple clear coating rather than a filling. I have really bad teeth so I had all my top molars coated to prevent cavities, all my bottom molars have had at least one cavity each, some even 2 at a time so ask my bottom molars have filings.
Make sure there are really cavities on his teeth. My husband went to a dentist for the first time, a few years ago, and the dentist told him he needed all kinds of work. For some lucky reason, his company switched dental insurance plans and he had to find another dentist. The latter dentist told him his teeth were in optimal shape, and needed no work. He didn't have a single cavity. Beware of dishonest dentists. You are right to be doubtful.
I would say go for a third opinion on a family dentistry office, they might be trying to overcharge you, as for silver fillings that is not done for kids, they usually use simple (tooth color) filling. I'd be confused and not very trusting if I get two different diagnostics.
Quoting karladiego:I would say go for a third opinion on a family dentistry office, they might be trying to overcharge you, as for silver fillings that is not done for kids, they usually use simple (tooth color) filling. I'd be confused and not very trusting if I get two different diagnostics.
so stressed
- mum1
on Sep. 8, 2012 at 2:02 PM