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Old 03-17-2010, 05:28 PM
 
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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.
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Old 03-17-2010, 05:36 PM
 
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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.

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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.
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Old 03-17-2010, 05:54 PM
 
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Ummmmm, folks? Could we please get back to the OP's original question?

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Need a good dentist in the North Raleigh/Raleigh area that does not charge an arm and a leg. (if one exists)
Thanks!
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Old 03-17-2010, 07:16 PM
 
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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.
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Old 03-17-2010, 08:38 PM
 
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I go to Sunrise Dental, and I like them a lot, but they are expensive.

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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.
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Old 08-12-2010, 05:33 PM
 
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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.
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Old 08-12-2010, 10:09 PM
 
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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.



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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.
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Old 08-13-2010, 09:20 AM
 
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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
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Old 08-13-2010, 10:13 AM
 
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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.

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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
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Old 08-13-2010, 04:37 PM
 
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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.
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