Dentist in Raleigh (costs, good)

[Kids_Dentist]

Originally Posted by lovebrentwood

Are you sure you're a dentist?

The last publication of the AHA infective endocarditis guidelines before the 2007 revision was in 1997.

I just googled it and yes, it has been confirmed that I am a dentist.

[lovebrentwood]

And nothing happened in the 70's? It probably is too difficult to find.

I'd be careful about that googly thing; I've heard it's not always right. You may not be a dentist.

Originally Posted by Kids_Dentist

The last publication of the AHA infective endocarditis guidelines before the 2007 revision was in 1997.

I just googled it and yes, it has been confirmed that I am a dentist.

[Green Irish Eyes]

Ummmmm, folks? Could we please get back to the OP's original question?

Originally Posted by poole276

Need a good dentist in the North Raleigh/Raleigh area that does not charge an arm and a leg. (if one exists)

Thanks!

[HungryMind]

Here's a dentist in North Raleigh, on Creedmoor Road - David Polhemus. He was recommended to me, and I've gone to him a few times. Before that, I went to Sunrise Dental. They were very expensive, and I do not recommend them.

[lovebrentwood]

I go to Sunrise Dental, and I like them a lot, but they are expensive.

Originally Posted by HungryMind

Here's a dentist in North Raleigh, on Creedmoor Road - David Polhemus. He was recommended to me, and I've gone to him a few times. Before that, I went to Sunrise Dental. They were very expensive, and I do not recommend them.

[js33]

I was referred to Dr. Bufano, off Six Forks Rd. Their feedback ratings are extremely high. I had my first visit yesterday and was impressed. Very friendly environment.

But I'm wondering how expensive they are compared to other places in the area. My dental plan allows $1500 per year and pays 50% on major procedures. I hadn't been to the dentist in a few years and am paying the price by having to get 2 crowns. Even with my insurance paying half, these 2 babies will cost me $1600 out of pocket.

That's big money. But I have no idea what the average cost of dental practice is around here. Is that price insane, or is that comparable to everyone else? Luckily, they offer a credit plan that has 12 months 0% interest. I was a bit shell shocked when they told me the out of pocket cost.

For 1 filling, they said the charge is $250. That also seemed extremely high.

[lovebrentwood]

I received quotes for about $1400 EACH for two crowns at Sunrise Dental last month. (And I've taken care of my teeth right along.)

I have been trying to figure out how I could visit my hometown of Rochester, NY, to get the crowns done for about half of that rate, but I'd have to have temporary crowns and come back 2 weeks later. Not too convenient.

Originally Posted by js33

I was referred to Dr. Bufano, off Six Forks Rd. Their feedback ratings are extremely high. I had my first visit yesterday and was impressed. Very friendly environment.

But I'm wondering how expensive they are compared to other places in the area. My dental plan allows $1500 per year and pays 50% on major procedures. I hadn't been to the dentist in a few years and am paying the price by having to get 2 crowns. Even with my insurance paying half, these 2 babies will cost me $1600 out of pocket.

That's big money. But I have no idea what the average cost of dental practice is around here. Is that price insane, or is that comparable to everyone else? Luckily, they offer a credit plan that has 12 months 0% interest. I was a bit shell shocked when they told me the out of pocket cost.

For 1 filling, they said the charge is $250. That also seemed extremely high.

[kennethhoff]

Originally Posted by poole276

Need a good dentist in the North Raleigh/Raleigh area that does not charge an arm and a leg. (if one exists)

There are many great lost cost dental clinics at communit health centers. There is one at New Bern, but to get a full list, check out this link:

safety_net_clinics (http://www.communityhealth.dhhs.state.nc.us/dental/safety_net_clinics.htm - broken link)

Ken

[lovebrentwood]

You need to show proof of income at those clinics. A great list to have for many.

But it's too bad there isn't a dentist available in the area who doesn't charge an arm and a leg to employed people who do not have dental plans.

Originally Posted by kennethhoff

There are many great lost cost dental clinics at communit health centers. There is one at New Bern, but to get a full list, check out this link:

safety_net_clinics (http://www.communityhealth.dhhs.state.nc.us/dental/safety_net_clinics.htm - broken link)

Ken

[saturnfan]

Howarth Dental in Raleigh is reasonable.

Also think whether saving a tooth is really necessary. Extraction can many times be both cost effective and not detrimental to your overall dental health.

I've found this to be the case.