my mom said i could get the clear braces. not the avisalign[sp?] ones, but like, the ones that look like braces but match the color of your teeth, like the wire & everything. not sure how to explain it. but i’m going to the orthodontist today, & he’s going to tell me if i need anything first like spacers or something? but like, my question is what’s the process when they put the braces on? is it the same as the metal ones?

Afterthought: How many years does it take to become a true dentist & not an assistant?

We have medical coverage, but with no dental in the last several years (we can’t afford it), it’s fallen by the wayside. We can’t afford to pay out of pocket either, & now all I have to show for it is a massive toothache. Any help is appreciated.

Hi, I am a Dentist with 19 yrs experience in private practice. My spouse (an MBA) & I would like to migrate to Sydney or Perth. How can an experienced Indian dentist from Bombay University migrate to Australia?
I dont mind even working as a dental hygienist to start with.

and what is the whole procedure like?
what happens?
I’m getting my braces off January 4 & they’re kinda off white and my dentist said i could get them bleached after? but my mom said she probably doesn’t have the money.
i’m only 15 so i don’t have anyway to pay for it.

so how much?
and what are some alternatives

umm i don’t have dental insurance going thru tough times right now & need some work done anyone got any ideas thanks

i live in dallas tx ,19yrs old and im look for affordable dental insurance
it will b just for me no one else any great insurance out there that wont make my bank account dusty
plz help & thank u

I need some dental help, I’m not sure if I lost a filling or what, but I am in some pretty serious pain, and OTC tylenol & ibuprofren aren’t cutting it anymore. I know about "Superteeth" in Warren, I’m jys wondering if anyone has any other reccomendations of low cost dentistry in the area. Thanks in advance. Also, has anyone used the OTC temporary filling stuff? I’ve heard about it, but have noveer checked it out…any advice?

I want & need actual insurance not one of those discount plans.

Please review your plan documents for full details, including exclusions, limitations and state mandates that might affect your benefits.

Please be aware Deductibles and Maximums apply to both the In-Network and Out-of-Network Benefits.

Deductibles In-Network Out-of-Network
Individual Calendar Year Deductible
Basic & Major Restorative, Orthodontic
.00 .00
Family Calendar Year Deductible
Basic & Major Restorative, Orthodontic
0.00 0.00

Maximums In-Network Out-of-Network
Individual Calendar Year Maximum
Diagnostic & Preventive, Basic & Major Restorative
,000.00 ,000.00
Individual Lifetime Maximum
Orthodontic
,000.00 ,000.00

Member’s Coinsurance Percents In-Network Out-of-Network
Reimbursement: Fee Schedule Reasonable and Customary
Basic Restorative 20 % 20 %
Diagnostic & Preventive 0 % * 0 % *
Major Restorative 50 % 50 %
Orthodontic 50 % 50 %
* Fields that display zero as the Member’s Coinsurance Percent indicate that CIGNA covers this service at 100%.

Frequency and Age Limitations

Specific Coverage Information In-Network Out-Of-Network
Dependent Age Limitation 19 19
Student Age Limitation 25 25
Date Coverage Ends Birth Month Birth Month

Procedure In-Network
Frequency/ Age Limit Out-of-Network
Frequency/ Age Limit
Oral Exam Twice per Calendar Year Twice per Calendar Year
Full Mouth X-Rays Once per 36 Consecutive Months Once per 36 Consecutive Months
Adult Cleaning Twice per Calendar Year Twice per Calendar Year
Child Fluoride Once per Calendar Year /
Under Age 19 Once per Calendar Year /
Under Age 19
Topical Sealant Application Once per 36 Consecutive Months /
Under Age 14 Once per 36 Consecutive Months /
Under Age 14
Crown Once per 60 Consecutive Months Once per 60 Consecutive Months
Bridge Work Once per 60 Consecutive Months Once per 60 Consecutive Months
Orthodontics Coverage for Dependent Children Coverage for Dependent Children

Now my question is….see where it says "frequency and age limitations"? where it says something about being 25? I turned 25 on september 2nd, can I not use this insurance anymore for myself, its dental insurance through my employer so it wasnt explained very well, or can I use it maybe until right before I turn 26, meaning can I use it while I’m 25 or did it end as soon as I turned 25?
and why does it say "student age limitation age 25" I’m not a student…this is through where I work, if I cant use it anymore I dont want it so I am trying to figure this out.