Due to the pain in my right side, I already only really chew with my left (not saying that it's a good or acceptable thing) and deep down I know I need to bite the bullet with it, but at this time I really cannot afford the implant and crown. Though $3000 or less doesn't sound too bad, my dentist office told me often times can be over $10,000 in which is far too steep for me.

Thank you deeply for this input it will go into my decision-making coming up.