Why Even With Dental Insurance, You Still Could Face a Large Bill
A retired Nashville man's real dental bills reveal the gaps between what insurance promises and what it actually covers and what you can do about it.
The Morning After the Root Canal Russell Anthony, 65, a retiree in Nashville, Tennessee, made eight trips to the dentist last year. He is hoping to go less often in 2026, but he has already made a few visits since the new year began. His recent history at the chair is the kind that makes anyone wince. "I had a root canal just last week that was like $500," he said. "The week before that, I had a crown that cost me several hundred dollars. And as we speak, I have a broken tooth, and I have to go and see the dentist...
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