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02/04/09 10:32 AM

"I have had dental problems for years now. my dentist has informed me it will cost 15,000. do you know of any help for diabetics with dental issues?"
Asked By: dawnj32  
Category: Insurance and Financial Issues

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i have had diabetes for about 22 years. my teeth have been slowly deteriorating and falling out. i have been to 3 different dentists and have had root canals which always crumble and now my teeth are starting to fall out. i am a single mother of 2 and 32 years of age. i can not afford to pay 15,000 to get my teeth fixed. and the longer i wait the worse it gets. i just want to know if there is any help out there for diabetics. i am on the pump so i do have insulin in my body 24/7 and i know this causes bacterial growth in the mouth. is there any help????

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06/13/09 09:20 AM

The best place for low or no-cost dental care are dental schools. There are two options here, dental school and dental hygenist school. Both of these have little or no cost programs that are well supervised. You need to get your oral health in check to stay away from heart problems and infections. There is assistance out there. Good luck!
Answered By: susan sloane
Accreditations: B.S.,Rph.,C.D.E.,Nutritionist
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