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So finally went to see a dentist. They told me that I have to get 3 root canals or get 3 teeth pulled. The root canals are gonna cost me $1,500 total. My insurance doesn’t cover it. I’m so mad I don’t know what to do.

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Agora1

Hi Cat, this is just a thought. In Chicago, you can get a substantial reduction with any procedures if you go to a Dental School of Medicine. Students under the guidance of their professors may be able to perform oral surgery as well as root canals. Each university is different, you would have to check in your vicinity. Good Luck

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Cat26538 in reply to Agora1

I’m going to Alton School of Dentistry. $1,500 is what the price is.

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Agora1 in reply to Cat26538

Whoa... times have changed for sure. I'm really sorry. That was the only thing I had. x

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Lain599 in reply to Cat26538

Yes, Dental Schools charge a lot now!

That is a tough decision to make. Which way you leaning?

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Cat26538 in reply to

I’m leaning towards getting them pulled

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That would be my choice as well. Are they all molars?

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Cat26538 in reply to

Yes

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gogogirl

Is there a way to make payments?

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Cat26538 in reply to gogogirl

Idk.

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morenews

It is tough. I am not sure what to advice but try to think it thru ...don’t get too upset.

I can relate right now not with dentist but other medical issues. Scared to see a doctor because of medical bills.

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Lain599

Wow, me too! Plus, I grind my teeth and ruin them so I need a very expensive bite guard.

It is kind of hokey but I read one of those New Age books a long time ago. A girl always wanted a parrot. She saw one but it cost as much as her rent which was due. Well, she told herself she trusted the Universe and she would find her needs met. She bought the parrot. The next day, an unexpected check came to her that was the exact same price.

I sure hope this is a story both of us can relate to in the near future!

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