I Have Sjogrens Syndrome was diagnosed in 2010
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I have had SJOGRENS for several years and just started having complatcations about a year ago ! My current issue is my teeth ! I am literally have my teeth crumble and fall out and for someone who is overly concerned about his appearance it had devastated me ! I currently can't hold down a full time job which means no insurance and with no insurance or money How do I find dental care ? My mouth bursts from teeth that are splitting in half at the gum line ! I am at a loss and any advice would be greatly appreciated!
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aitarg35939 michael98350
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Michael, a dental school might be your best bet, a lot of what they do is free. It sounds like you're in the States? I am. If yes, many low income clinics also either have their own low income dental clinics or have ties to health foundations that provide some dental care.
I hope you can find some help.
Nu2this michael98350
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I'm sorry Michael. I don't know where you live but can you get on some sort of disability or government medical care. Do you take any saliva producing medication? Also you can purchase over the counter gels, toothpaste and mouthwash called Biotene. Hope this helps.
SterlingB michael98350
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MIchael, I am new to this site and just read your post - i am experiencing the same issue... though mine is also due to prior dental work that is now failing. I have always been a habitual teeth cleaner - flossing & brushing atleast twice a day, keep a toothbrush/mouthwash bag at work, etc.,
Appearance is crucial for my livelihood, this has devasted & humiliated me as well. At present I am glueing tooth veneers on using resin kits purchased online - any true permanent restoration is wildy out of my budget; and I have very good insurance! $40-$60K at a minimum, considered “cosmetic” (who needs teeth to eat, or speak properly?) so not covered by insurance. And mind you i’ve already laid out 8K for the veneers/onlays that have disintegrated from my mouth.
Have you discovered any sort of solution? I am with you in desperation... would appreciate any advice, and will share any insights i find.
irene47920 michael98350
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