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How much does Medicaid pay a dentist for a crown and for a filling?
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Payment rates are set by the States and vary considerably.
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Can dentist put filling on top of another filling?
Yes in certain condition we can put a filling on another filling. In other cases we have to remove the old filling and put another one. But when there is too much filling on a rooth, it's better to put a dental crown.
What is the cost in jamaican dollars to rebuild a broken or chipped front tooth at a dentist?
Depending on how much of the tooth is broken, you might need a crown, a veneer or a simple filling. In Canada, a crown costs about $1200, where a filling is around $300. Not sure in Jamaican dollars.
Will the dentist makes you get a filling or a crown if a chunk of your front tooth fell out will it get infected if it's not treated immediately?
It would be more for the appearance of the teeth. Infection is not likely depending on how much tooth is broken. Chances are if there is pain it has affected the nerve root and needs attention.
How much should a filling and sealing cost per tooth for a 3-year-old?
My 3.5-year-old daughter is having a filling tomorrow. Her pediatric dentist quoted us $144 for the filling itself and an additional $59 for nitrous oxide (if needed).
What do you do when a filling falls out?
Enamel is what protects the tooth, when your tooth needs a filling, it is because that enamel is no longer in that area. As you have no enamel where your filling was, it is highly likely that the hole will get bigger. It's much better to get it filled again to prevent further problems.
Can you stop yourself from getting a filling once the dentist has told you that you have a little hole starting and i might need a filling?
As a patient you always have the right to refuse treatment, but it really is better to get a filling while the hole is still small. It's much cheaper and less prone to have complications later.
I recently had a filling tooth come out and there's this soft thing where the tooth used to be what does that mean do I have to put the filling back in my mouth please answer I am really worried?
I wouldn't worry too much if I were you. I work as a dental assistant and see this happen all of the time. The soft spot you see is most likely the gum underneath where the tooth used to be. If the entire tooth is missing you will need to get a crown. There is no way to replace a filling without enough tooth there to act as a base for the filling. The crown will probably have to be supported by a bridge which is a metal piece holding the crown in place. If that does not sound like something you want to do then another option is to get a tooth implant. Those are more expensive than a crown and is not typically covered by insurance because it is considered cosmetic. I hope this helps you and try not to worry. Unless there is discoloration in the gums or some type of irritation then you will be fine. I would still get it checked out by your dentist tho because you will need to do something eventually.
How much should a dental crown build up cost?
The amount that a dental crown build-up costs depends on the amount of work and the dentist. Regardless, on average, to build up the core it costs around $200 and $340, and then the crown is around $900 and $1500.
How much is a filling?
It depends on the tooth, how many surfaces of the tooth are involved, what restorative material your dentist uses and the area in which you live. There is no way to give a specific dollar amount
How much pain is in getting a tooth filling?
The amount of "discomfort" depends on the location of the tooth and the size of the cavity. Usually, the dentist will numb the area, which isn't that painfree, but after that, all is well.
Can you have a root canal on a tooth that already has a crown?
NO, The dentist will remove nearly all of the tooth and leave a little peg of tooth around the nerve. The crown will then be fitted onto the peg that is left. This means that you will have all the feeling within the crown that you would have had with your real tooth.
If a dental filling falls out is it okay to put it back?
No. The filling came out because there is something wrong. Either there is decay under or around the filling, which caused it to no longer fit the cavity prep, the bite exerted too much force on the filling breaking it loose, or the filling material used has just worn out. In any case, a new filling needs to be placed, and the cause of the failure needs to be determined and corrected. See your dentist before the tooth requires root canal therapy. That can get very expensive.
