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DayTrippin'

12-29-2006, 02:12 PM

Hope that's the right board.

I am planning on straightening some of my teeth and enhancing my smile - I want something quicker that bracelets (maybe contouring and reshaping, I don't know).

I called a well-respected dentist in the area who specializes in cosmetic dentistry - and he wanted me to show up for a consultation and an X-Ray so that he can access the situation. The price for this is $160. Isn't that a TAD too much?

Anyone has any experience with this?

Thanks,

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MelBelle

12-29-2006, 07:38 PM

Nope, for a full mouth X-ray, that seems right.

DayTrippin'

12-29-2006, 07:41 PM

I still have my wisodm teeth - see no need to extract them. Do u think they would make me have the procedure done to enhance the results of whatever procedures they need necessary.

Also, if I have the X-Rays done, can I use the film with another dentist?

Thanks

MelBelle

12-29-2006, 10:00 PM

If your teeth are crowded, they might recommend that you have the wisdom teeth extracted to make room for all your other teeth to kind of spread out and settle a little before they do anything else.

Yes, once you pay for the X-rays, they're yours, and you can use them with any other dentist.

DayTrippin'

01-02-2007, 06:33 PM

Thanks for your reply.

DayTrippin'

01-02-2007, 07:17 PM

P.S. Sorry for all the typos, by the way.

Thanks!

broken_smile

01-02-2007, 07:23 PM

The price for this is $160. Isn't that a TAD too much?
I had a dentist charge me $400. Needless to say, I haven't had the work done - yet.

frankiesmom

01-04-2007, 11:13 AM

Search for dental insurance. It's not that much and will save you a lot. A lot of employers don't offer this; my old boss didnt' so I searched online for the best. I don't remember what it was but it helped me out quite a bit.