It is a shame that we as Americans, have to be subjected to 3rd world Health problems. Rotting teeth, bad health, etc. I am 56 yrs old..I have dentures but they are 3 yrs old now.They are called temps. I was susposed to get my new ones 6-9 months after the swelling went down..on my gums. Now the powder that I use to hold the denture in place contains zinc and is poisoning alot of people if used continuously. I have to use it or my teeth fall out.
I will probably still have these temps for another 3 yrs because I cannot afford new ones. The United States needs to come back home where she belongs and take care of her own..and not all these other countries.
in response to JayR...Hello ... do you know how much work is needed? If not, try to get a free exam. This will help to better understand everything that is needed. God Bless!
in response to getfreedental...Thanks for your concern.
Right now I'm desperate need of dental work and would love to have some dental implants but do not have the funds nor insurance to do so.
I would be humbly grateful if you could in anyway assist in the way and means of helping to make this delightful reality for me. "I really miss public speaking and have been robed of romance.
Thanks and God Bless,
JayR
Hi I used to know the feeling well..In fact i spent six months getting all the info. on how to make false teeth and then made some that have virtually no pallet at all.They stick in with the Wernets powder,and you can eat anything,since there is no pallet nothing can get under it..nuts steak no problem...I've searched the net trying to find out if anyone else make them.Apart from implants, there is nothing.The finished model,which i'm wearing at the moment,feels like i have my own teeth back,and because they miss the swallowing muscles under the pallet they dont try and move when you swallow...as the front of the denture fits well you dont notice it.They are available and work..if you tell them what you want they will make em..but they might say they wont work but believe me they are the best thing since sliced bread!
Hey. That is such a cute dog in your profile picture. I love small dogs. I wish I could have pets were I live. They said i could have fish but who wants a fish. You cant pet it or walk it or play with it.
in response to pgneedhelp...Sorry pg I didn't get back to you before today had so much on my mind just trying to keep my head on straight. Keep hoping and praying all will work out. As for me I have already givin up.
Hi I am 37 and was a teen mom at 13 I have had a hard life I put my kids first always... I got layed off after 10 years and I need dental work done very badly I have no confidence at all and this has taken my life away I am in CT I can work in trade of PLEASE HELP
Dear so sad in Missouri : sorry u r so sad.i feel ur pain.go to Google and put in dentists pro bono.that's what I did.at the time was 60yrs old grandmother of 4 who because of bad gums had teeth that were rotten and awful. Didn't smile for yrs and wanted to do something so can take pictures with grandkids.they always look at me and ask why I never smile and never eat around them. Its been five yrs and was very happy but need new dentures top and bottom that fit me and I can go out with friends and family and be close talk,smile etc. Know how u feel.once have dentist tell ur story why need dentures.can't go without eating,and eating without teeth not good healthwise because food not properly chewed.good lucki.post to me anytime.talk about anything willing to listen.i am your friend on aidpage.bigred64.
Wow Derrick:)I read ur story and cant believe the ordeals u have gone thru,I truly ave alot of compassion for you,and many times I wonder why "me","us".I tell u I hit a real bad spot,and I ended up hoding a sign,asking for anukind of assistance,I stood crying,as people with expexivw clothes cars would drive by,but the people whom were on the poor side were right there to help me,even offering to take me get groceries with thier lasr bit of food stamps,which i couldnt,as I felt too bad.I made 23$ that day,with probably 100plus cars,going by.just sad.I feel so many people take advantage of people,and most people are heartless towards people in need:)I will pray for u my friend:)I wish I coiuld do more:)Take care,Jill
I need a dentist to help me.i am low income and I sent letter to a dentist to receive free dental care and get free dentures.dentist does one person a yr.i was picked and he did it pro bono.now 5 yrs later I need help.my too denture broke twice and super glued pieces.never fit right and never used bittoms because as I eat they r coming out so embarrassing.i need new dentures top and bottom that will fit so I can finally go out and be like a normal person.hope someone can help me.would love teeth that don't come out but know that can't happen.thanx for listening.suzie4724
hi evening everyone and a happy new year.. my name is toch neak and im from brooklyn new york.. the new year has arrive and im still in need.. thats ok if i can have oat meal on the table for my family thats all i ask.. i want to ask each and everyone from the lindess of yur heart if u can help me and my family..my father is sick..and my mother is struggle from diabetes..they both in bad heath//
in response to greeneyedmomma41...Hi there! You're welcome.I understand what you mean.It has been really difficult for me to smile anymore.So,I learn to smile with my mouth shut!
in response to pgneedhelp...Well thankyou very much for your message,very sweet of you:)I love people,and sometimes in this sad,big,crazy world,alot of people seem not too care about other human beings:)I just wish we all could just get along,lol...and help one another,if able too,but just a simple smile,to a stranger,u never know but it could really be something that would make thier day!stop by anytime,take care,Jill
in response to So Sad in Missouri...I understand for I am homeless and broke.I only wanted to let you know I feel your pain and that you are not alone.I meant no harm :-(
in response to pgneedhelp...God may love me for who I am but that doesn't help me to pay my bills when I'm turned down by every jobs interview I go too and they see me. I have just about give up. Hate it when I do get an interview because I know what they are thinking.
in response to So Sad in Missorui...I know how you feel,but don't be ashamed of yourself.God loves you just as you are.To find a real person is to look straight to the heart not the outward appearance! Keep your chin up and pray.
Never received any feedback from this kinda websites but I have to try something. I need help I'm a 60yr old female who had to get all her teeth pulled because they were bad got all this done at a free dental clinic but now I can't eat,I don't smile and I don't talk to more ashamed at the way I look.I have no where else to turn Please help
Just wanted to give a write out,lol,to anyone that wants to chat about there issues.I am here if anyone needs an ear to talk to:)and I pray for you all out here,and feel thankfull that theres an outlet for help out in the cyber world:)Thanks again,Jill
Hello friends.I had a gastric bypass in "01",long story short,lost alot of weight,god blessed me with 2 healthy daughters:)Last 5 years lots of health issues due to bypass,severe yellow bile,constant vomitting,ulcers,absorption issues,minerals,vitamins,destroying my teeth,exspecially my front teeth,there soft,rotting,cracking,breaking,embarrased to talk smile out in public,have pictures to send and prove.I have called,researched everywhere.I recieve ssi,on a card each month,had been willing to let them take money out every month,but because I have bad credit they say no.Im sad,depressed.I know there are people with worse problems and I shouldnt complain,as I feel for everyone in need,but I feel so embarrased,hard to eat.I thankyou for reading:)good luck my friends,god bless:)
Homeless and broke going toothless and steady in pain.I need all the help I can get so I can feel human again.I appreciate anyone kindness that will sow my way.God Bless.
You know I see all this writting about see a dentist, and they should be able to do this and that, the dentist are just as bad as anyone else. No one wants to see, hear or bother with you if you don't have money. All these doctors, DENTISTS, lawyers, etc, have one goal, to make their expensive car payment and keep America snaggle tooth and hurting. It's a shame, Oh there's free money, but first jump through this hoop and 50 others..GET REAL AMERICA, IT'S A CROCK OF BULL....
Hi there!
my name is JayR and I'm new to this website and need someone that might can help me with how to get the best possible results on getting some immediate help! I'm just kinda reaching out right now
in response to pain and shambles...Hello ... Southern CA is no joke on cost of living:). Try to get a free exam by contacting a local dentist and letting them know that you are looking for a new dentist and would like a free examine if possible. You might be surprised to find that someone might invite you in for a free exam. Dentist want you almost as much as your want them depending on the situation. Take care and God Bless!
in response to getfreedental...Hello Amanda and everbody,
I am in Amanda's exact same situation. I have already called churches and charities and all are no help. I am in Southern California.
Catch 22 situations are rough. Nobody will hire me due to my lack of teeth that is now hindering my speech and smile. No job equals no money. I have been unemployed for 3 years now and things are getting worse by the minute.
Free clinics have a waiting list that is a few years long and many only offer preventative maintenance. Sliding scale clinics is my only hope, yet, I do not even have the $3--45 they ask for the initial exam & xrays.
I have lost my home, car, storage unit, everything. If there is any help out there.... please.... help me. Help us....
in response to dentaldrama...Hi Amanda ... you are in a catch 22:) Unfortunately, I have seen this many times before. Sounds like you have done your research as well. I suspect you have been to a dentist who has advised you to have full extractions, dentures, etc.? If so, nice work. You know what you are facing and have taken a step in the right direction. If not, please visit any local dentist for an eval. Most will offer a free eval so it should not cost you.
Most clinics will offer a sliding scale service but some will offer services completely free. Most clinics will base fees on income and if you make something, you will pay something. Unfortunately, you need something to live on which leaves nothing for the dentist ... starting to sound like a cat in the hat story:) Call, call, and call some more. Call the clinics before you go and be persistent. I have a huge list of clinics and it continues to grow daily since it is now community supported. In addition, check with local churches. Most churches will have a list of good resources, etc. Take care and God Bless!
in response to dogeatdog...According to them I'm not eligible for Mass health because I make too much money. Even when I was on unemployment for a brief time I made too much. Not sure where they get their chart from as I can barely survive off the little $ I do make. And if I was eligible for mass health it wouldn't be totally covered. I'd still need to pay a couple grand.
Hi,
My names Amanda and as much as I hate asking for help, I feel like I've exhausted all of my options. I'm 25 and in need of major dental work. I need full extractions and dentures. This is due to acid reflux, dry mouth, and me taking terrible care of my teeth when I was younger. I have gone to dental schools which have averaged about $7,000 for work and also dental clinics which have averaged about $2,000 for work. I have terrible credit and am supporting myself on a small salary. I can barely eat and am in constant pain, which seems to only get worse. I live in MA and any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you
in response to help4pain...Good advice from eutawangel. You can go to any emergency room and they will take a look, put you on antibiotic and pain meds. Tell them if you have no money for meds. They might can give you samples or advice on where to go for reduce or free meds. You really must get on antibiotics. Tooth abcesses are life threatening.
When in dire straights to pull through till we can get medical help, for mouth infections like ulcers or infected inflammations of gums, even tooth absesses, I do several home remedies that do give relief. In 2 ounces of cold water, mix in 2 ounces hydrogen peroxide and 1 teaspoon salt. Swish 3-4 times a day for at least 30 seconds each time. This does help.
Also for pain... besides taking tylenol or ibuprofen, if you don't have any Anbesol or something like it to apply to the tooth, then break an aspirin into a small enough piece and place it directly on tooth. I've packed tooth with a tiny piece of cotton either soaked in Anbesol or on top of aspirin to hold it in place. Use heat on jaw to ease pain too. Listerine mouth washes and swishing around infected mouth infections and absesses helps too.
But, most of all.. those are temporary measures. You must get to an emergency room for antibiotics and pain meds. They can not and will not deny you care, especially if it is a county or state regional hospital. But, you have to ask for help paying for the meds... all options. Tell them you have no money for meds if that is the case. Been there, done that many times.
I am 62, disabled with rheumatoid arthritis, on Medicare, no dental insurance and little extra money. My teeth too have fallen apart over the last ten years. So I really do feel what you are going through.
in response to help4pain...You may very well be eligible for Medical Assistance or some govt funding that covers medical care for free or sliding scale. Your State sponsored Agency, or center on aging, etc should be able to steer you to that help. Its usually at places that give food stams, etc. You may even be eligible for senior reduced cost housing. I will pray now for jaw pain & other stuff. If you need help with tracking down assistance, email me & leave city & state & best way to contact & I'll use Web to research a bit esp your State. Also, if infected, swishing with Hydrogen Peroxide may help alot & also, go to an emergency room & when they give medicine explain that you have no money for medicine & can they make sure you get it & give your age. May God bless, protect & keep in Lord Jesus Christ.
Hi. I am at the end of my rope. I have spent the last 4days I'm pain. My face is swollen and I can't wear my partial because of the constant pain. I'm not working, just picking up odd jobs here and there to survive. I have always taken care if my teeth but once I got these partials the rest of my teeth are going bad or loose...I can't afford the dentist but know I probably need antibiotics.....can someone help or advise me. I have no medical or dental and just turned 58.
My husband and I are on disability. We live in Goodlettsville,Tn.We both need dentures badly. His teeth are breaking off leaving sharp edges on the brooken teeth. He lost 2 more this past week. His teeth are sensitive to certain foods and drinks. My teeth are feeling senitive and loose. We use the sensodyne toothpaste to no avail. I have multiple medical issues and all the medicines I take twice a day (morning I take 9 pills and evening 8 pills routinely, the prn meds are not even included), they have discolored and softened my teeth through the years. My "crown" looks like a dinosaur tooth, it covers 2 teeth as one and it's cutting into my gum and my missing teeth are misaligning my bite. I brush my teeth morning and night. I've been ashamed of my smile. We can make monthly payments. Please help us today.
Someone please help. I live near Knoxville TN and I have no insurance. I need dentures bad . I can make payments but just cant pay all at once. Please email me at soltility.tm@gmail . I am no good with computer s. Or call me at my name is tom 8653062351. Please I need a dentist to finance me.
I am a single mother with really bad teeth I think its time to get some help. The only thing that has stoped me all these years is that I have fobias about dentist. I have not visted a dentist for many years I have been wearing braces for many years never returned to the dentist. I need help with a reasonable dentist that can help me I only have dental insurance I cannot apply to get any kind of help with a finance company. I would like to start with getting these braces off. Any Dentist that can help pls email me. Thanks
Hello all I hope you can offer guidance. I live in semonile county flordia with my boyfriend we currently are on his income because i cannot seem to find employment. I need major Oral surgery all of my teeth are cracked abscessed and the need to be cut and will have to get dentures its starting to give me chronic headaches and pain. I have no insurance and i am technically married to a deadbeat and working towards divorce so i cannot use my honey's insurance. I am currently looking for "discounted" or payment surgeons in my area preferred but have come up blank. Any suggestions on options because i do not want to die from this i just found the love of my life but no insurance or income but his i feel i'm lost. Please help...... Thank you all so much.
in response to gonecrazy...First of all you and your husband are still married, it is still his responsesability, to give his family home, even if that means he does without. Go for disability, I have Bipolar, an chronic pain.
God Bless you I hope the best for you.
I believe so, you know you need them why keep putting money on teeth that keep breaking. Plus you shoud it just incase you lose your insurance.
Marcu23
every dentist i have ever have had only been interested in saving every tooth no expense spared.. I pay $1200 a yr for ins. and can only use $1200 plus preventative and cleanings. My plan is more like a savings plan. I had a root canal; crown. This tooth was high and broke another tooth. That was a waste of a root canal when the tooth was pulled . Now my DDS says most of my old crowns need replacing. I am in pain and need my back molar extracted (since i called my dentist on wed - he told me to wait until Mon for an apt) Time for dentures?
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We live here in Tarpon SPrings. We have lived here for 3 years. It is just me and my boyfriend and our little dog "lizzie". If you could help us out we really would appreciate it. Our needs are clothes:boyfriends pants size is 50x30,2xshirt,shoe size 9 . My size for shirts and pants are 4x. Shoe size 11W.Bra size 48DD and underwear are 13. You can't really find our sizes in stores,but online i know there are alot of cheap places to shop. I am also in the process of trying to get healthier, i have quit smoking. But I am in need of Nicotine 4mg mint lozengers to help me keep my quit. We are both disabled,he is a disabled Vet. We really are in need of furniture and household items. Any help would be greatly appreciated. thank you and God Bless.
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