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Originally Posted by NJRICHARD
Dentist #1 took x-rays of ALL my teeth ($128) and then EXAMINATION ($80) I asked if I could have my teeth cleaned also (NO)). Then I was escorted into the 'fancy' room and the dental assistant gave me an explanation why the total bill would be $2,748!!. When I told them I had to think about it, BUT when could I have my teeth cleaned? THAT appointment would be in 6 months. I had my dentist from up North who I was with for over 25 years, give me an examination, clean my teeth and fill 2 small cavities for $280 a YEAR ago. HOW is it possible I needed $2,748 worth of work. I decided to go to another dentist, and I asked dentist #1 to have the x-rays sent to dentist #2. I then received a call that same day from dentist #1 saying I could have my teeth cleaned the next day! I said NO. Dentist #2 was fancier! Her assistant cleaned my teeth and did DEEP cleaning to 4 teeth at $282 PER TOOTH for a total of $1598 JUST FOR CLEANING MY TEETH. It took about 20 minutes. THEN dentist #2 came in for 'THE' total exam and evaluation $6,374. It must be the weather here in Florida that destroys your teeth in days. I am now looking for dentist #3....very carefully.
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110 is a fair price for cleaning. Dental plans dot com show cost by dentist and procedure. About 10 a month for discounted pricing. Excellent if your dentist participates