I've had an Implant...

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Tue Mar 09, 2010 8:56 am

No... Not one of my Booby Doo's but a tooth.

This Is the alternative to a bridge or a plate.

Just before Christmas, I had a wiggly tooth. I resorted to the mental age of a five year old and couldn't leave It alone. It just has to be wiggled doesn't It?

After a while, I was horrified when It fell out. I then had a gapping hole In the middle of my bottom teeth.

The Implant was very successful, pain free and looks completely natural. I can recommend this alternative to a plate or bridge.

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Tue Mar 09, 2010 9:17 am

Over here that one tooth would cost you about 6 grand or higher. The are great if you can afford them.

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Tue Mar 09, 2010 9:36 am

CARLA;1295483 wrote: Over here that one tooth would cost you about 6 grand or higher. The are great if you can afford them.

It was part NHS and I had to pay towards It.:-6:-6

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Tue Mar 09, 2010 10:14 am

nothing here covers an implant, bridge work yes, implants range from 4,000 and up.

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Tue Mar 09, 2010 10:25 am

Odie;1295488 wrote: nothing here covers an implant, bridge work yes, implants range from 4,000 and up.
But this Is British National Health Service. I did have to contribute but I got some on the NHS

:-6

Jazzy · Post by **Jazzy** » Tue Mar 09, 2010 10:34 am

Odie;1295488 wrote: nothing here covers an implant, bridge work yes, implants range from 4,000 and up.

My insurance won't cover an implant either because they consider it cosmetic surgery :-5

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Tue Mar 09, 2010 10:40 am

Most insurance here in the States don't cover implants as well as they all consider them cosmetic. Most insurance have a cap for the year in most cases between $1,000 and $2,000 a year is all you get for dental care and you still have to pay the portion they don't cover.

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Tue Mar 09, 2010 10:44 am

CARLA;1295499 wrote: Most insurance here in the States don't cover implants as well as they all consider them cosmetic. Most insurance have a cap for the year in most cases between $1,000 and $2,000 a year is all you get for dental care and you still have to pay the portion they don't cover. If the tooth was a back one and un-noticable, I would not have got It. As It was a gaping hole In the front, The dentist applied to the NHS and they agreed to pay part.

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Tue Mar 09, 2010 10:50 am

Lucky you it would be totally our of our pockets if we wanted an implant.

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Tue Mar 09, 2010 10:54 am

CARLA;1295503 wrote: Lucky you it would be totally our of our pockets if we wanted an implant.
I was lucky. My Dentist wasn't sure If I'd get It but he said there was no harm In applying. It's like Tattoo removal here on the NHS. If It's on your arm or leg etc, It's considered Cosmetic but If It's on your face, they will do It for you.

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Tue Mar 09, 2010 11:06 am

Jazzy;1295498 wrote: My insurance won't cover an implant either because they consider it cosmetic surgery :-5

It's the same thing here, cosmetic surgery, that's why I had to get a partial plate last year, its so darn uncomfortable, I seldom wear it.:-5

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Tue Mar 09, 2010 11:18 am

I have a permanent bridge which is basically 3 crowns attached to each that fit over 2 teeth and fill in the spot where the tooth is missing. It is invisible and never moves or comes out like having the tooth back in my mouth excellent next best thing to implants.

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Tue Mar 09, 2010 11:23 am

I also have a permanent bridge, its done fabulous as its 30 years old, I should have gotten another one last year instead of a partial plate, just couldn't afford it.

anyone listening, never invest in a partial plate, they are a nuisance and highly uncomfortable!:mad:

trust me.....spend the extra for a permanent bridge.

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Tue Mar 09, 2010 12:03 pm

I remember my dad had a partial plate and hated it I vowed then to never get one. Anything that is removable is a pain when its in the mouth.

theia · Post by **theia** » Tue Mar 09, 2010 3:21 pm

I was told by three different dentists that I would lose all my natural teeth but that the structure of my mouth would make it highly unlikely that I would be able to wear dentures

Fortunately I had some equity in my house so I sold it and moved to rented accommodation and have paid 30k, so far, for implants. I couldn't face having no teeth at all...cosmetically, and practically (difficult to eat and talk.)

The NHS didn't pay for any of the treatment but I consider I was lucky in that I could raise the money for the treatment.

So, I no longer own a house but the titanium in my mouth must be worth a fortune :wah:

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Tue Mar 09, 2010 3:35 pm

CARLA;1295523 wrote: I remember my dad had a partial plate and hated it I vowed then to never get one. Anything that is removable is a pain when its in the mouth.

my mom had one also, I should have known better, I assumed they had changed over the years, nope, they haven't.

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Tue Mar 09, 2010 3:38 pm

theia;1295566 wrote: I was told by three different dentists that I would lose all my natural teeth but that the structure of my mouth would make it highly unlikely that I would be able to wear dentures

Fortunately I had some equity in my house so I sold it and moved to rented accommodation and have paid 30k, so far, for implants. I couldn't face having no teeth at all...cosmetically, and practically (difficult to eat and talk.)

The NHS didn't pay for any of the treatment but I consider I was lucky in that I could raise the money for the treatment.

So, I no longer own a house but the titanium in my mouth must be worth a fortune :wah:

That was really tough to do Theia, giving up your home, I could not have gone toothless either.

good for you!:guitarist

theia · Post by **theia** » Tue Mar 09, 2010 3:40 pm

Odie;1295574 wrote: That was really tough to do Theia, giving up your home, I could not have gone toothless either.

good for you!:guitarist

Thank you, Odie :-6

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Tue Mar 09, 2010 3:42 pm

theia;1295576 wrote: Thank you, Odie :-6

Its you that did so much, you should be proud of yourself!:-4

not many would have given up their home.

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Wed Mar 10, 2010 7:14 am

oscar;1295480 wrote: I've had an Implant...

Were still a few years away but one can only hope this will be possible in your lifetime.

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