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My teeth are in bad shape. I decided to finally take steps to improve them. I don’t have a ton of money because I’m a single mom. I did some research to find an affordable dentist who had good reviews. My only question is he’s been having me come in for almost two years at least once a month. Yet, the only improvement I’m seeing is my teeth are a bit whiter. Nothing else has been done. I still have crooked teeth. I still have two chipped teeth. He knows I want to improve those things but keeps telling me we have “other priorities”. Shouldn’t I be seeing more results by now? Is he dragging this out to just make money?<\/p>\n

Lacey Q.<\/p>\n

Dear Lacey,<\/p>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Did your dentist mention to you why he has you coming in so often? The only thing I can think of which warrants that many appointments would be advanced periodontal disease. If that’s your situation then your dentist really can’t do anything else until that is cured. If that isn’t brought under control you can actually lose your teeth. <\/p>\n

All that being said, two years is a very long time for that to take with as often as you’ve been coming in for treatments. I’m going to recommend you get a second opinion. I’m not saying your affordable dentist<\/a> is dragging things out to make up profits, but it is an unusual amount of time. <\/p>\n

Affordable Dental Makeovers<\/h2>\n

When people think of a smile makeover, usually it’s porcelain veneers<\/a> they’re talking about. However, that is a pricey procedure and not for someone on a tight budget. That doesn’t mean you can’t have a gorgeous smile. There are affordable cosmetic procedures you can have done. <\/p>\n

But, first things first, make certain your gum disease is under control. If you get orthodontics done before that, you risk your teeth coming loose. <\/p>\n

As an adult, you’ll want to use Invisalign for your “braces”. This will allow you to straighten your teeth without anyone knowing. Additionally, the aligners can double as teeth whitening trays which saves you even more money.<\/p>\n

That brings us to the teeth whitening<\/a>. It’s an affordable procedure which can single-handedly make you look years younger. <\/p>\n

Once that’s completed, a good cosmetic dentist can give you dental bonding to repair your chipped teeth. You’ll have a stunning smile you can be proud of…all on a budget.<\/p>\n

This blog is brought to you by Drs. Kevin and Hillary Peck.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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