Dental work has been the story of my life for years now... my experience at this office was…read moreterrible, just do not bother... if so, proceed with caution! Disclaimer - this dentist profits from your insurance before your work is complete. For example, if you have taken an impression of a bridge and you change your mind...while your waiting (autonomy, finances, personal wishes, etc.) you will have to go through a reimbursement process and Dr. Tarter will charge you for services that she did not initially plan to charge you for... since you changed your mind. According to Delta Dental, a pay-out for a crown is not suppose to occur until the bridge has been seated (cemented). Where all the issues began...
This is where I am, what hurts the most is that... I chose this dentist because I had built a relationship with the dentist, not the rude culturally unaware receptionist or office assistant. After thousands of dollars and years later... due to one hiccup along the way with my fiances, I wasn't offered a payment plan for $413.00 (this would've completed 5+ years of dental work). After 5 years... of me maxing out my dental insurance, every year. Over and over again, I was told that they were trying to help me and help me figure things out but not once did anyone ask me... what would work for me, whats applicable for you, Erica. What could you pay...and how often (that's how you help someone, not whats best for you, but what is best for the patient) That's what hurt, that's what made me realize that this dentist would value money over the welfare of my oral health. I have been in temporary crowns for one month. It's getting cold... the holidays are approaching. It sucks...
However, the respect and level of loyalty exemplifies the courage that I have to move forward... I'm a hard worker! I do not ask for hand outs or ask anyone to pity me! I will hold a Master degree in 12 weeks, I work 40+ hours a week. I'm a single mother of three. I'm the POA of my father that is fighting cancer. I've worked so hard to get where I am. All I ever asked for is the adequate healthcare, truth, empathy, and respect when it came to my oral health. I feel betrayed, confused, and all of the above by who I trusted to care for me! This is not supposed to be how I should be feeling, at this point I could've went to a dentist that offered ALL services in one day (years ago)...I didn't have to miss work, school, or meetings.
I chose YOU, Dr. Tarter.
This is what I get for being loyal, screwed. As mentioned before, proceed with caution... be very involved with your transactions and carry-over! Angela will not give nor propose your over-payment checks without asking, so be verbal and advocate for yourself and well-being.
I wish you the Best!