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apara
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This was my first visit to this new office. Because I have not done a cleaning for about 2 years, they recommended deep cleaning with dental irrigation. The deep cleaning was going to cost an additional $25 over what my insurance covered per quadrant ($100 total more). The irrigation was going to cost an additional $180 which the insurance did not cover at all.
I asked if the irrigation can be skipped, but they insisted that it is a part of the process and must be performed.
The procedure started with an ultrasonic de-scaler which was used to scrape around my gums all while it was squirting a lot of water. Then another round of cleaning with a regular dental scraper. Finally, the irrigation was done using a bent needle and a syringe squirting some liquid into my gums for about 5 minutes total. The entire procedure took 45 minutes (2:45 to 3:30). I was advised not to drink, eat or wash out my mouth for about 30 minutes. I paid $280 out of pocket.
I have never had deep cleaning done, however, I am concerned that I did not get what I paid for. How long do "deep" cleanings normally last? Also, the irrigation took about 5 minutes for out of pocket cost of $180. The taste of the liquid was minty, but a little bitter. Does this seem right?
Thanks for any help.
-AP_
I asked if the irrigation can be skipped, but they insisted that it is a part of the process and must be performed.
The procedure started with an ultrasonic de-scaler which was used to scrape around my gums all while it was squirting a lot of water. Then another round of cleaning with a regular dental scraper. Finally, the irrigation was done using a bent needle and a syringe squirting some liquid into my gums for about 5 minutes total. The entire procedure took 45 minutes (2:45 to 3:30). I was advised not to drink, eat or wash out my mouth for about 30 minutes. I paid $280 out of pocket.
I have never had deep cleaning done, however, I am concerned that I did not get what I paid for. How long do "deep" cleanings normally last? Also, the irrigation took about 5 minutes for out of pocket cost of $180. The taste of the liquid was minty, but a little bitter. Does this seem right?
Thanks for any help.
-AP_