Thanks everyone for your input. I was not clear I see about the insurance. My medicare and supplement will cover the HBOT but not the oral surgery or anesthesia for the extraction of all the upper teeth. I am trying to get some help but it is like hitting your head against a wall. Every time you think you gain a little you get knocked back. Like the dr at the HOBT said it is from throat cancer and result of the radiation and if you had cancer on your leg and needed surgery and a surgeon and an anesthesiologist that could get paid for. It makes no sense and yet you no help. Also I feel the rest of the dental should be covered as well. If you have breast ca and you get a mastectomy they cover reconstruction, wigs, even special bras. Now that is all cosmetic but your teeth are imperitive to be able to eat. It is not for cosmetic reasons. Now off my soapbox.
I would also like to say that to those who have had radiation keep up with the fluoride. My dentist said it wasn't necessary and I didn't do it but the decay was occurring under the crowns and now all of a sudden everything is just falling apart and there is not a lot they cam do and the expense is astronomical. I'm still getting evaluated for the HBOT so have no dates yet for the surgery. I am glad to hear though that some of you have had surgery and your mouth healed. I'm just afraid after this much time the blood supply isn't going to be that good. You hear the horror stories and it is pretty scary. It helps to hear your good stories. I will keep you posted and if anyone has any further suggestions about any financial help I really appreciate it. Hope everyone is having a happy and healthy holiday so far.