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Auggie

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3. I don't have dental insurance

Reply to babylonsister (Original post)

Mon May 4, 2026, 12:38 PM

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An issue with insurance is if there's a network of providers. It limits choice.

A friend, retired from dental practice management, suggests shopping around. Fees for a lot of procedures can be less expensive in less populated areas.

Of course, fit and bite with a crown are very important. You might have to go back one or two times to adjust it. Not easy if you have to drive a distance.

I'm in the middle of crown right now. Mine is costing just over $1,400.00. I didn't shop around, opting for a dentist I trusted and was close proximity to home.

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Dental Insurance [View all] babylonsister Monday OP

just add up what you regularly have done... ret5hd Monday #1

There are pros and cons jgo Monday #2

I don't have dental insurance Auggie Monday #3

Overall, I'd say it's worth it LogDog75 Monday #4

I'm 61 and I have it. I think it's worth it. Just got two crowns. Ray Bruns Monday #5

I use DentalPlans.com and... S/V Loner Monday #6

mexican dentists link Nigrum Cattus Monday #7

Yes, and the right plan is worth it. Jirel Monday #8

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