I went over a payment plan with my dentist’s office manager and this is likely the most painful part of my treatment (i hope). It’s going into 5 figures over the next year and a half and I have no dental insurance. Part of this expense is simply the result of an accident I had when a child which knocked out or broke a number of my teeth. Years of surgery, repairs, crowns, caps by a number of different doctors and dentists of varying talents has resulted in an uneven and cavity prone set of chompers and a progressively worsening bite problem which gives me morning headaches.

I did expect a large bill to fix them and my bite correctly once and for all but – jeez – i don’t know how i’m going to swing it. this will likely put any plans, vacations and big purchases off for the next 53 years – hopefully i can figure out a reasonable payment plan or get financing.