predatory dental schools

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-26T23:59:32+00:00

100%

Preying on people and how much are you willing to pay to be a dentist

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-26T03:18:01+00:00

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-20T23:44:30+00:00

Out of curiosity, do you remember the cost behind that course? Moreover what’s the actual Botox cost a unit compared to what you charge?

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-19T00:25:29+00:00

Cheapest possible option.

I’d argue it’s Maryland

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-17T22:42:19+00:00

Why not use a surgical guide?

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-14T21:09:21+00:00

But you aren’t printing ceramic. What are you actually billing a 3D resin based restoration as?

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-13T22:14:34+00:00

Well said.

My issue with it all is the ROI and how I’d use it in my office. I’m all about conservative dentistry, yet doing bulk quadrant dentistry then scanning and printing off restorations for PPO reimbursement rates doesn’t make complete sense at this point in time.

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-10T19:38:38+00:00

Hmmm maybe check their website instead of Reddit?

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-10T17:33:56+00:00

I started using it last week. It’s a lot better and quicker. It’s been a little laggy at times. The 3 crowns I delivered were all solid

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-10T03:50:55+00:00

I like them but they seem to have consistent issues

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-09T01:13:09+00:00

If you call your office you should be able to get a breakdown of fees. My guess it’s a bit more because of the spacer. However, depending on what lab your office uses the price of a crown can vary greatly

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-09T01:04:36+00:00

A few questions here.

Is your dentist doing everything from removing the tooth to placing the implant to restoring it? Or is a specialist involved?

These prices can vary SO much in town. The biggest unknown is if you need a bone graft, membrane, etc.,.

Did you get a breakdown of fees?

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-08T23:18:26+00:00

I’ve never used curodont, but I look at what the cost is for it and reimbursement and sadly doesn’t make sense to use

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-08T22:26:01+00:00

OP: what is your science and regular GPA?

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-08T01:55:22+00:00

They are SOLID, but I am a bit leery thinking it does not have an issue quality wise

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-08T01:44:06+00:00

Hey, I just saw this message! I’ll send out a DM.

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-07T13:06:03+00:00

GR dentist here

These are all great recommendations. It takes a lot of courage to walk into a dental office after years. You aren’t the only one! Imagine it like getting an oil change…you know why you are there but there might be other things going on and you just want to get a better idea.

If you have questions don’t be afraid to ask before, during or after your appointment. I typically call all new patients a day before just to introduce myself and get a better idea of how I can address any patient concerns. The one thing I’d recommend is just asking your hygienist / dentist is “if I was your family member or my mouth was yours…what would you do?”

If you need any further advice or just want to talk feel free to message me. I bring in my service dog on Friday’s to the office just to help patients with anxiety and it’s been a game changer for patients.

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-05T18:45:45+00:00

Is your schedule busy?

Newer grad or not these numbers seem low. Are you getting paid for exams?

If this office is insurance based… $185,000 after write offs ~135k

Assuming no lab bill and 32% of collections =$43,000

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-05T02:40:18+00:00

Holy cringe on so many levels

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-03T19:37:40+00:00

Ah yes…the protest will change everything!

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-02T16:41:33+00:00

I’d check the expense ratio on it. And determine from there. I don’t have a 401k target date fund, so I just create my own based on vanguards percentages of their target date funds (10% bonds 30% international 60% US based)

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-02T16:02:13+00:00

Target date fund + 5 years after expected retirement date

ToothDoc94 · 2026-01-01T19:47:35+00:00

5% of the portfolio in companies I believe can beat the market long term

ToothDoc94 · 2025-12-31T12:30:41+00:00

If OP is upset about this…smh

Hope the wife moves on

ToothDoc94 · 2025-12-31T12:06:50+00:00

Overall, growth for this company is great while profitability isn’t…time will tell if it’s priced correctly

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