where can I get help to get my teeth fixed, hurt very bad, but no money to fix them. please help.?
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Some colleges or universities that have dental schools offer free or reduced-cost dental care, if you are willing to let the senior students, who haven't graduated, do the work (under the supervision of the instructors, of course!)\n\nYou could also check with your local Department of Human Services ("Welfare") to see if you or your family qualify for any assistance.\n\nContact local churches (Catholic Charities, for example) to see if they have any aid available.\n\nCall The United Way in your area. They may have some leads for you.\n\nHope this helps!
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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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there r several places u can go usally u get what u pay 4, if ur gums have healed u will need a new set in tennessee we have places like affordable dentures, sure there r something like that there,usally need to wait 8mo. to 1 yr after all ur teeth have been out to get fitted for a new set,hope this helps
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It's hard to say.  Need more info. on the work you need done.  Not only that, but all area's charge different prices.  \n\nYour best bet is to go to the dentist.  He/She should give you an oral exam and a full mouth series of x-rays to diagnose any problems.\n\n Usually a consult will be free if you plan on having the work done at that office.  A consult will consist of presenting your treatment plan to you, going over it (to make sure you understand why the work needs to be done), and also to discuss payment options.  The office I work in (like many offices) has an intraoral camera which takes still frames of problem areas.  This is a great way to show patients that work is necessary!  \n\nAs a dental assistant....I feel obligated to let you know that oral hygiene is important!  It not only effects your mouth....it can cause other damage to your body.  Brush atleast twice a day and floss once a day.  That is a start....b/c after having alot of work done in your mouth....you want to keep it that way.\n \nSorry I can't help out more than that.
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There is a limit to time that you have to take action in matters Like this. You could try to get a Atty- that Will shake them up But thats also Money But we also have freedom of free speach USE IT make sure you dont say anything that they didnt really do Like ( i went it and come out with a sex change) Also This is a Great Tool and site to use\nwww.planetfeedback.com\nI do feel your pain though (Only in the USA can you go to school and pass and Mess a person up for life and Become Rich for it) This matter like I said how far do you want to take this and If it gonna cost 10000.00 to fix them the atty- might cost twice as much. NOT WORTH IT but use that Site and The BBB good Luck. And dont worry oneday your smile will be great as the dentist falls out (we Hope)
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Your local Social Security office may be able to help. I kow alot of people that go to the local dental schools and get their work done for a very cheap rate
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I had been in an accident that left me with shattered front teeth. I was self-conscious about it. Before I could get them fixed, some jackass (a complete stranger) walked up to me and very coldly said, "Your teeth look sooooo stupid. Why do you walk around looking like that? You'd better get those teeth fixed RIGHT NOW because your f**ked-up face is making me want to puke." I was really embarrassed. Did he think that I didn't realize that my dental work was messed up? There are little things called "appointments" that you have to make with doctors to get things done, you know. I had to wait until the dental clinic could get me in for that large a repair job, because it was going to be a rather long ordeal. Anyway, that comment was the absolute last thing I needed to hear.
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you can try dental colleges,and if its affecting your work depending on what state you live in the rehabilitation commission will help!and you might try free clinics that base your fees on your income,thats how i am getting mine done!my clinic is hooked up with a dental office that goes by my income!you can also look at the prices of this dental site they are cheap!affordabledentures.com they do other work besides dentures.
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I would not consider this cosmetic work, since nutrition is so important for you.\n\nContact your local or state dental association and and see if there are any dentists who provide free or reduced cost care for low-income, disabled or senior patients.\n\nCall your local health department and ask about health centers that provide dental care for free or on a sliding scale.\n\nYour local United Way may also be aware of such a clinic.  In some areas, you can reach them now by dialing 2-1-1 for "non-emergency information."\n\nGo to a dental school, if there is one near you, for reduced costs.\n\nCheck http://www.toothwoman.net to see if low-cost or free dental services are available near you.\n\nCheck http://bphc.hrsa.gov and choose "Find a Health Center" to see if there is a low-cost clinic near you.\n\nCheck http://www.nfdh.org/DDS.html to see if your state has a "Donated Dental Services" program.  D.D.S. is designed to locate dentists who will give free care to patients who are financially compromised due to medical problems.  This is a process that will take a couple of months to get your information and then arrange for someone to see you.  Not all states have D.D.S. programs.
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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.
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Sorry you aren't going to find any insurance that completely covers all treatment.  You can get plans that will pay up to a certain amount, maybe as high as $3000 (rare)yearly, but they will usually only pay a percentage, say 80% of basic procedure and less for major procedures.  But get a job with UPS, they have excellent insurance!  Or some unions have great benefits too!  Better yet, go work for a dentist, then it is all free!
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If your teeth are not really messed up, you might be a candidate for Invisalign.  Go to http://www.invisalign.com/generalapp/us/ and look them over.  You can get the name of a dentist near you.  Maybe your own dentist is already Invisalign certified.\n~
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You can try several things. \nFirst, contact the office staff at a large dentist's office to get in contact with the right person at the local dental associaton. (That's professional group for dentists in your town.) The association may know of a charity program that can help you.\n\nIf that doesn't work, look in the phone book for health clinics that serve poor people. They might be county health clinics, indigent health clinics, or religious charities. Talk to the people at these clinics, and see if they know of a way to get your new dentures paid for. \n\nYou are not the only person in this situation!! Lots of people are. Just keep asking, and you might connect with help. The medical community knows that not everyone can afford to buy dentures, and people do care. They're trying to help. Help them find you.
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Try calling a dental school in your area.  Generally the fee is very little if not free.
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try goiing to a dentist
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This web site was recommended by someone a couple of days ago.  Also, if you need treatment and cannot afford it, do you live near a university that has a dental school?   Or check phone book for County Dental Association for a recommendation of a dentist who works on a sliding scale according to your income.  Good Luck.
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Wow, your mum sounds a bit harsh to me, especially making you pay......I'm not sure that she actually will make you though, getting fillings and stuff can be pretty expensive, so unless she gives you a LOT of pocket money, she'll have to pay for at least some of it herself.\n\nI don't know if you'll need the tooth pulled sweetheart, because I don't know how bad it is. If the tooth is very badly decayed (rotten) then it might not be able to be fixed I'm afraid and then it would need to be pulled out. But try not to worry too much about it, no-one except the dentist can tell if it will need to be pulled out, not even your mum!\n\nI don't know what pills your mum gave you, but if she gave you paracetamol you can take some ibuprofen as well which might help. You could also get some hot water and dissolve some salt in it, then rinse your mouth with it a few times, that's helped me when I've had toothache. I hope you feel better sweetheart, and well done for telling your mum.