W2R
Moderator Emeritus
I didn't think of dentistry either ! May I ask how much you spent and over what period ? Was there a "lost cost" option to what you choose ? (ie: bridge insteand of implant) ?
I had a dental implant this year, and for me the total cost breakdown and dates of payment were:
$435.00 bone graft surgery 12/2012
$13.49 pain medications and other implant-related medications 12/2012
$1800.00 implant surgery 4/2013
$1200.00 crown 8/2013
$3448.49 TOTAL
I could have chosen a bridge instead and you are right, that would have been lower in cost.
However, I understand the cost is about twice as much in parts of the country that have a high cost of living. So, one's location should be taken into account.
I also got new glasses and sunglasses this year, and my prescription cost went up, and I started paying for Medicare Part B (but also pay the same for my basic FEHB health insurance) so my medical expenses are going to be higher this year, ugh.
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