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How Can I Find the Right Dentist Here in Tucson? I am Having No Luck.

asked 6 months ago by sm in tucson in Tucson, AZ
Latest answer by Mauricio C. Tijerino, DMD
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Tags: choosing a surgeon, doctor referral

my teeth sre so bad in the front and the horrible dentist i went to wants to put a bridge. i dont want a bridge. i want implants. everyone i know who has a bridge has bad experience. they fall out break etc. i have 2 poorly capped molars that are so painful. i wanna get those implanted. i cant afford to get every tooth fixed with a root conal and cap. might as well get them all implanted. i cant chew with any of my teeth with out being in severe pain.i need work done asap. please help me.

3 answers to How Can I Find the Right Dentist Here in Tucson? I am Having No Luck.

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Finding the right dentist for you.

This is not that easy-specially if you really care about finding a good honest, ethical, and technically proficient dentist. Many times these doctors are a bit more expensive because they see less volume of patients and do better work. You should ask other professionals in your area: Physicians, CPAs, nurses, co-workers, etc. for recommendations. If you have insurance, do not limit yourself to the list of dentist that participate in the plan. Some of the best dentists I know do not... more
Mauricio C. Tijerino, DMD

Miami Beach Cosmetic Dentist
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A specialist may be the answer

I'm sorry that you are having the problems that you are having. There are two specialites in dentistry that place dental implants, periodontists and oral surgeons. Periodontists commonly do full mouth examinations and can make recommendations regarding total care. I am a periodontist myself. The implant restoration often benefits from a team approach. The periodontist/oral surgeon does extractions and places implants and the restorative dentist places the teeth on the... more
Lee Sheldon, DMD

Melbourne Cosmetic Dentist
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Ask the right person for the referral

You are very fortunate to live in Tucson, because one of the best specialists is also there. Contact Dr. Brien Harvey and ask this question of him. He is a periodontist - specializing in implants, so he knows who all the good dentists are. Good luck! You can trust Dr. Harvey to give you the straight story.
Steve Carstensen, DDS

Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist

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