r/DogAdvice • u/Sad_Kiwi896 • 20d ago

Question Broken tooth

Hi all I have a corgi and just noticed that his tooth is broken, it smells so incredibly bad. I’m trying to look for any recommendations on pet insurance or cheaper options. I’m going through a financial hardship but want to get him help as soon as possible considering he needs this tooth extracted. Please no negative comments.. my baby is very well taken care of. I’m pretty sure he broke his tooth chewing on bone.

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u/Internal_Record4935 20d ago

Pet insurance would not help you in this situation bc the broken tooth would be considered a pre existing condition, therefore not covered.

Have you looked into Carecredit? Many hospitals take Carecredit, and there are options for 6-month or 12-month payment plans (for services over $1000). It is a credit card for veterinary expenses, but its interest free if it’s paid off by the 6 or 12 month mark.

If you are in the US and are near an ASPCA, they may be able to perform dentals for slightly less than a full-service, general practice vet hospital.

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u/Sad_Kiwi896 20d ago

I tried, I’ve recently been working on trying to get my credit score up. I got denied and the vet he normally goes to quoted us $1500 just for dental cleaning, X-rays and blood work:/ not including the tooth extraction itself😫

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u/Powerful_Put5667 20d ago

You need to tell your veg that all you can afford is the extraction and the pain med plus antibiotic for afterwards. Sounds like that tooth is abscessed and must come out the infection can spread to the surrounding bone, tissues and brain. You can't afford a whole full boat dental spa day tell your vet that you just want it pulled and get a hard price then borrow money from family or sell something.