I went to my new dentist today. Shall I stop right here? I think the title and first sentence in this entry, together, are self-explanatory. Ok, so I did select an excellent practice. I had visited them the first time to get a second opinion. Not that I really needed it, because I am 100% sure my old dentist performed a root canal on the wrong tooth. Ever since then, I’ve been avoiding visits…I used to be able to go in, without any fear, now…it’s a whole different story.
It took 2 ½ hours. Yes, that’s how long they will take with you on your first official visit. Very thorough. Answered all my questions, performed the ever-so-detested cleaning, made a mold of my mouth, took photos, digital radiographs, measured gum depth (?), and so much more…Really, the whole nine yards. And then came the bill. $526. I swear. I thought I hadn’t heard clearly…Took a few minutes for the number to make its way to my brain, eheheheh
I must remind myself, before fainting again, that the practice does not deal with the insurance directly. I pay up-front, and then wait to be reimbursed by my health insurance.
My dental plan says that I pay 0% of routine care, whether in-network, or out-of-network. They do have a limit though. I can’t wait to see how much I’ll get back! Guess I need to have a magic pill ready. Then again, I know I’m getting the best care ever. It’s time to put myself first, and get the job done correctly.
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