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Subject: Re: Be happy you have a soap-box to stand on�

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Jim

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Date Posted: 05:25:52 07/18/04 Sun
In reply to: Dan 's message, "Be happy you have a soap-box to stand on�" on 04:39:39 07/18/04 Sun

Dan, it's truly tragic that military services are more willing to extract teeth than to repair common oral health issues.

HOWEVER, it's good to understand that there are many options available today to replace missing teeth. Implants are an EXCELLENT options for most people. They look like real teeth. They're very sturdy and secure. They don't seem to have as many problems as bridges and partials.

It's just too bad that implants are so expensive.

When you went into the military, these options were likely not available, or they have advanced greatly. At least you retire to great advancements to modern dentistry.

I hope you're able to become very happy with your smile. I personally thank you for your service in the military. It is truly appreciated.

>I retired last year after serving 22 years in the
>Army. The services are real particular about making
>dental readiness a priority. Allow me to elaborate on
>the definition �dental readiness�. The priority of
>the Armed Services is to ensure that a soldier can
>fight the enemy without concern tat a soldier will
>have dental problems. How do they accomplish this?
>Everyone is required to go to the dentist YEARLY. Due
>to the shortage of dentists in the military, one
>dentist may see 100s of patients a week. You may go
>for follow-up treatment and see a different dentist
>each time. A lot of times, fixing a problem means
>eliminating it. It is easier and more practical to
>extract than repair. I have had to visit the dentist
>in combat zones like Kuwait and Afghanistan and
>believe me, their least concerned about you comfort or
>their people skills.
>
>I was ecstatic once I retired and had a choice of
>civilian dentists! I also had to wait and get my
>orthodontic treatment after retirement because the
>military will not treat ortho problems unless it is a
>health issue like jaw realignment which requires
>braces first. I submit, if you are not pleased with
>your dentist�there are hundreds to choose from, use
>the choice you have and go to one who will treat you
>the way you feel you should be treated.

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Subject	Author	Date
Re: Be happy you have a soap-box to stand on�	Jim	05:27:09 07/18/04 Sun
Re: Be happy you have a soap-box to stand on� -- Dan, 06:51:49 07/18/04 Sun