Dentist Fees
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My dentist charges one set of fees when I have insurance and other lighter set of fees when I don't. In fact, my first appointment was pro bono. Everything is negotiable.
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I'm NO dentist but there is a thing called ODA the Ontario Dental Association
they set the fees, as for me my plan covers ODA 2009 rates many are like 2-3 years behind the current year. I agree my cleanings cost $147.00 my moms NO insurance are $80.00. YES a dentist can charge more then the ODA 2009 rates. I know one perso who was quoted 950 for a root canal but his dentist sent him to a dentist that specializes in root canals $1300.
I'm NO dentist but there is a thing called ODA the Ontario Dental Association
they set the fees, as for me my plan covers ODA 2009 rates many are like 2-3 years behind the current year. I agree my cleanings cost $147.00 my moms NO insurance are $80.00. YES a dentist can charge more then the ODA 2009 rates. I know one perso who was quoted 950 for a root canal but his dentist sent him to a dentist that specializes in root canals $1300.
The fees are set by the Dental Ass., but it is up to the dentist what is to be charged. He can give pro-bono, charge regular fee or give a discounted fee. The Dental ass. fee is is only a recommended fee. I was told by a dental assistant that if you appear to be wealthy you will be charged the full amount and all extra fees for incidentals. If a dentist feels that you might have a hard time paying, he might give you a discount. So wear that $15 Walmart watch and dress down when you go to the dentist.
one thing about dentists, since we are supposed to have one of the best healthcare systems in the world, why aren't dentists covered?
If I hurt my foot, I see a podiatrist, and am covered. If I have a bum tooth, without insurance I'm screwed....
Doesn't seem fair to me......
If I hurt my foot, I see a podiatrist, and am covered. If I have a bum tooth, without insurance I'm screwed....
Doesn't seem fair to me......
It's amazing how we Canadians want the government to pay and do everything for us,yet bitch and scream about high taxes. Of course the real freeloaders use every possible program available,but then try to work and buy things under the table for cash. ie. NO TAXES. Let the TOOTH FAIRY pay attitude
It's amazing how we Canadians want the government to pay and do everything for us,yet bitch and scream about high taxes. Of course the real freeloaders use every possible program available,but then try to work and buy things under the table for cash. ie. NO TAXES. Let the TOOTH FAIRY pay attitude
It has been studied and found that the health care system would probably cost less if basic dental stuff was covered. Apparently poor dental health (which is not covered) leads you to being more susceptible to other health problems (which are covered).
Seems quite fair to me: we don't pay for dental coverage and we don't get it. But when you start your More Taxes for More Healthcare Movement, I'll be the first to join.
One of the biggest downsides to dental insurance is how much of it is really just pre-payment. Imagine car insurance that covered oil and fluid changes, sparkplugs, brakejobs and tuneups as well as stuff just breaking. Most of dentistry for most people is preventive maintenance to keep the big nasties from happening. And that eats up pretty much all the premiums/taxes—which obviously have to be set high enough to cover those costs, plus enough for the nasties. Still a good deal spread over an entire population, but a pricey one.
Not likely to come from a government that squandered its surpluses on a pair of GST cuts to welcome in the recession. But it was definitely in the original medicare vision.
I remember when my dentist started charging "per tooth surface" rather than "per tooth", which I thought was the biggest scam on the planet.
"Well, we touched 6 surfaces on your tooth so that costs..."
"Well, we touched 6 surfaces on your tooth so that costs..."
A cheaper alternative for cleanings might be one of these places.
Just hygienists, for when you don't really need to see a dentist.
Cheaper and your insurance will go farther.
http://www.thedentalhygienespa.ca/
Just hygienists, for when you don't really need to see a dentist.
Cheaper and your insurance will go farther.
http://www.thedentalhygienespa.ca/
I strongly feel there should be some sort of plan like OHIP for Dental work. A LOT of people ie working poor don't go because they simply have no coverage and cant AFFORD IT!!!!!!! Better to go on welfare and get covered by the City Social Services.
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