One problem with tooth extraction (and dental procedures in general) is cost.

I was told I needed to have all my teeth pulled before the doctor would start radiation. My insurance doesn't cover dental and there is/was no way I could afford sedation for the procedure, let alone the procedure itself. Oh, yes, also add on another month or so of waiting after I had them all pulled. The doctor simply said to give him a call when I came to my senses whn I sai I couldn't do what he asked.

The worst was that my doctor (whom I hate with a passion) spoke to a dentist concerning my dental health who hadn't seen me in over ten months. The dentist never called me to say he had spoken to the doctor or to even ask if I wanted to schedule an appointment to have him take -rays and see what was what.

Finally did find a sympathic dentist who said, no I didn't need all my teeth pulled, explained that only the bottom needed to go because bottom teeth were the ones that usually caused the most problems and then did it for free.

anne (who hates everyone and everything)