Costs--Scaling and Root Planning, and Fillings
Added: February 06, 2008 - 4:10 PM
By: Patient Email Withheld, Tampa, FL
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Case Summary
Exam & Consultation
Teeth:
Last Full Mouth X-Ray: 2/5/08
Last Cleaning: 2006
Case Description
I was told I have 2,3,4,5, and a couple 6 mm pockets. I guess this means I need scaling and root planning. How do I know if this is really necessary? It is really expensive even with insurance. My insurance (Delta Dental) says they cover 90% but they only cover 50% on the price quote from the dentist. Why is that? Also, I was told I have 11 cavities (!! I've only had 3 before and I'm 25. And I'm in no pain from the cavities). How much is a white filling? Again insurance says it covers 90% but on the quote it covers 60%. Why is that? I was told each should be about $200 but I'm being quoted $300 per cavity. Please help me. Am I being ripped off or is all of this necessary? $5000 seems so excessive
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