I broke my tooth playing hockey... how much will it cost to have a new one put in? Either a full on right into the gums or a cap...? It's a front tooth!
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They'll probably charge you for the ff: limited oral exam, a peri-apical radiograph of the tooth, possibly a build-up,  a porcelian crown (depending on the kind/material of crown).....you're looking anywhere between $700-$1300. Oh and by the way, if you broke your tooth to the gumline, you may need crown lengthening so that alone can set you back at least a few hundred dollars additional.  I am assuming you already had root canal and it's fine or that your tooth is healthy enough not to get one.
670675
NO you need to go to the dentist.  I am sorry if it will be expensive, but you really need to go.  That hole in your tooth is opening your nerves and the root up to infection, which could lead to a root canal or your losing that tooth and even others if you don't get it taken care of.  Call your insurance company for a referral near you.  A filling should be covered by your insurance.  If you don't have insurance, it is still important that you suck it up and get to the dentist ASAP in order to avoid even more expensive problems down the road.  A little prevention goes a long way!
615760
had a fall as a kid and broke my front incisor. It turned black as the nerve went dead and later on as a teenager had a root canal done and got a crown fixed. The first crown lasted me for 5 years. Had to get it removed coz the root canal had to be redone. the crown I got fixed after that has a metal on the back side and enamel only on the front. That has lasted me for the last 15 years without any hassles. I do have to get it redone now because the enamel has turned yellow with the passage of time.\n\nGo for crowns if you really want to. A suggestion though: \n\nCheck out the link I have given, maybe some other  procedure could be more beneficial for you than a crown.\n\ngood luck
232929
If you get them through the dentist they are probably exspensive, if you buy it at the Drug store or where ever they sell them i think they are around $20
636326
Due to the nature of dental treatment there are no aboslutes or guarantees in the world of dentistry. Everyone's mouth is as unique as his or her finger prints. The dentist tried the retainer in hopes that it would close the gap in your teeth. It is possible that the retainer would have eventually done what it was supposed to do, 2 days is not necessarily a long time. Did the dentist charge you for the treatment with the wire? If not, you still paid for the treatment, weather it was done with a wire or the retainer. He legally could have charged you for both. Did he explain to you your options before making the retainer? I agree with everyone else in that you should voice your concerns the next time you are in the office. It may be possible that the communication in the office is not very good and the front office was not aware of the intentions of the dentist.
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Yes her tooth will some through again when it is time, but just to make sure you should go to the dentist if the tooth is not due for quite some time and they may put a spacer in that spot  to make sure there will be enough room for the new one. chances are though they will just leave well enough alone.\n\nWhat he's trying to say is a spacer.
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Abcess.. Oh yeah! \nBasically, your tongue popped it and the 'uaually' yellowish color was the infection. Yes, you now need to get the doctor (dentist) and have him/her xray it and get you started on antibotics. If the tooth is able to be saved, then yes.. Root Canal Treatment, is going to be needed. Then a crown, is needed. If the tooth cant be saved, then he'll pull it. They'll need an x'ray to determine how bad the infection was and if any bone loss has occured. Thats how they'll decided if it can be saved or not. \n\nBTW... Warm salty rinses, is GOOD ADVICE! BUT.. wont stop it from coming back. It's a temp, fix.  \n\nGood Luck....
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I am a certified dental assistant in NJ and I have worked w/ 4 dentists.  Each one of them guaranteed their crowns for 5 yrs. and their composite fillings for 2 yrs.This means if something chips or breaks it will be replaced at no charge.  \n\nThere are many reasons why a crown could break or fail.  I'm not sure exactly what you mean by break.  \n\nIf the porcelain on the crown chipped, go back to the Dr. who had the crown fabricated for you and ask for it to be replaced.  This is a simple procedure.  You will have new impressions taken (or your dentist may have your model still), they will be sent back to the lab and you will have your new crown in a few weeks.\n\nIf the entire crown came off then you will have to find out why.  Was there decay under the crown?  Did the cement fail?.....\n\nEither way....call your dentist and make an appointment.  After only one year of having this crown it should be covered and there should be no expense to you.  Unless the natural tooth under the crown is unhealthy.
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I dont know if they will be able to fix it, depends exactly how bad it is. But dont leave it any longer.  Go and see a dentist straight away coz the time that you are putting it off, could be the time they can do something to salvage it.  They will definatly do something for you though, thats what they are there for!
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I'd say go to Tuscon and have a dentist check it out. Better to have it done now then wait. In phoenix the upper denture cost about $1500.00 and lower partial about $700.----$1200. depending on if you want metal or what they call a "soft partial" made of acrillic. Then too, you can go to Nogales for about half that price or less. I hear they do just as good of work as here. Just have to find the right dentist. Good luck
118055
Toothbrushes are not that costly... go buy a new one.
568745
you can go to the grocery store and find them, or in magazines they offer gaurds that cost around 60-70$ this one actually will mold to you teeth, like a do it yourself type thing. my friend bought this one and it lasted her about 6 months, but she grindes her teeth really bad. hope I helped you. oh in the store they are usually by the toothpaste and hygiene products
670181
Yes it is too much, I worked for a dentist and a gold crown was 895. It is outrageous, shop around. If your insurance is participating, normally they would pay half. If you're going to pay full price shop around and go to another office!
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Save the pieces. If the break was relatively clean, your dentist may be able to cement the tooth back together as a temporary measure. \nRinse your mouth well with warm water. If you were able to save the tooth fragment(s), rinse them under running water. \nIf an area is bleeding, apply a piece of gauze to the area for about 10 minutes or until the bleeding stops. \nApply a cold compress to the cheek or lips over the broken tooth. This will help reduce swelling and relieve pain. \nIf you can't get to your dentist right away, cover the broken surface of the tooth that is in your mouth with temporary dental cement, available in pharmacies. \nTake an over-the-counter pain reliever.
505976
Yes, you would be amazed at the technology.  I had most of one of my front teeth knocked out.  My dentist did a repair, not replacement, and the last one he did has lasted a decade.  I eat everything I always have.
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It is not absolutely necessary that you replace the tooth, but it will be better in the long run.  Missing a tooth can cause the other teeth to shift, but not just the ones next to it, but also the ones opposing it (the tooth it would bite against can move up/down to fill in the space).  If it was me, and I had the money, I would have it replaced. \n\nImplants are very costly, however, they are the closest thing to a natural tooth.  You would have to be under general anesthesia and they would cut open your gums, place a titanium post into the bone, then cover the post up with the gums.  3-6 months later the dentist/oral surgeon would open back up the gums and attach an abutment to the post.  This abutment sticks out into the oral cavity and is covered by a crown.  Implants are very expensive and it takes a while to have them placed, however, they are worth it.  As long as you are a non-smoker and take care of it (brushing and flossing), it will last.  As far as bridges go, they are less expensive than an implant, but may not last as long.  For a bridge, you need teeth next to the space where the tooth is missing.  And it looks like three or more crowns connected to each other.  Nothing is actually implanted in your gums.  So it is important to floss under the bridge.  Here are some links to help explain some more, in case I didn't do a good  job.  But listen to your dentist.  He knows the condition of your mouth and what will be best for you.  And it never hurts to get a second opinion.\nThe Colgate websites have pictures at the bottom.
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Always get a second opinion. They are out to make money. I saw a dentist and he said I had 5 cavaties!!! I went to another and had only one small cavity. They will rip you off!!! Also, who in the heck needs a $100 toothbrush? Go buy a sonic care one at Target or Wal-Mart. They are the best. Take action and let them know that you are going elsewhere.