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Originally Posted by Zeraph
Last time I went I had them break down the costs. What is with the "exam" cost? I paid $50 for the doc to come in, literally spend 1-2 minutes with me, and say my teeth are fine. I'm sure there are more complex cases where it might be more warranted, but why not have the cost by a case to case basis?
Anyways, my actual question is do all dentists charge for this exam? Also the nurse said it was something they had to do by law, is that true?
Thanks.
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That is on a case basis. A consult and treatment planning fee can/should run into the hundreds of dollars for a complex case. $50 is nothing for the expertise it takes for him to only need to spend 1-2 minutes with you. It takes alot of years to get there.
Reminds me of an old joke:
Patient: How much will it cost to take out the tooth?
Dentist: $200
Patient: $200 for just a few minutes?
Dentist: I can take it out very slowly if you like...