Lower Denture

I have a very old partial on my lower jaw which broke in half a long time ago. It is really not fitting anymore. I need the last five teeth pulled out, which means I need a lower denture. The teeth on the bottom hurt to the touch. I need immediate care for the top row so they can be saved. One of my front teeth has shifted, and they say it is from bone loss. I will need to have something put over it later to make it look straight again, but the dentist says that will be later on. Right now, we need lots of work.

Please help. I want my teeth to be repaired asap, but I can't pay the amount they want. I have dental insurance, as well.

Theresa
New London, CT

Need Lower Denture and Save My Upper Row

The upper row needs scaling and root planning. The dentist at Aspen dental said he wants to put antibiotic packets under the gums. I also need something to make my front tooth look straight again.

My lower row needs 5 teeth pulled. The 2 eye teeth and the one next to them, (behind them). Then I need a full denture put on right after the extractions.

Theresa
New London, CT

HIV+ Patient Needs Upper Dentures

I am a 40 year old HIV+ woman who had full upper dentures made last year, but due to some weight loss, they did not fit well. They ultimately fell out while I was taking a shower and went down the shower drain.

I am on a fixed income and use more than 1/2 of it for rent. My Title 19 has refused to pay for a new upper, and the Ryan White Fund will not pay because I have Title 19. It's a catch 22 that I cannot afford. I asked about a payment plan but need to come up with over $1,000 before they will give me the dentures. I am living off of oatmeal, and have had 2 infections due to cuts in my gums. Thanks in advance for your understanding and help.

Karen VanLierop
Waterbury, Connecticut