Finally a book that will tell you how to get an amazing smile and save money doing it! The Insider's Guide to Saving Money at the Dentist will show you how to get a smile worth showing off. This book will explain step by step how to choose the best providers, how to determine which dental procedures are right for you, and how to get the best price without doing unnecessary dental work. The Insider's Guide to Saving Money at the Dentist takes the intimidating subject of dentistry—complete with all the jargon—and explains it in terms you can understand with clear examples. It answers questions such as, "Are fluoride treatments or mercury fillings poisonous?" and "Will I get cancer from my dental x-rays?" It even walks you through the complexities of dental insurance! An absolute must-read for the frugal and informed consumer.

Offers insider knowledge and tips for consumers on one hundred businesses, professions, and institutions including insurance agencies, real estate brokers, funeral directors, home builders, dentists, financial planners, plumbers, and personal trainers.

Many people find the dental experience painful and frightening. In Survival Guide for the Dental Patient, author Dr. Alexander Corsair lessens that anxiety by providing tips and advice to help dental patients successfully navigate the dental experience. Using more than forty-five years of experience, Dr. Corsair presents information from an insider's perspective to help you get your money's worth when it comes to dental care. He discusses - finding the best dentist for you; - communicating effectively with the dentist; - preventing dental disease and protecting your health; - locating affordable care; - dealing with costs and payments; - avoiding emergencies in the dental office; - getting pain-free care; - treating dental emergencies; - gaining a second opinion; - understanding specialists; - responding to poor treatment. Following the principles discussed in Survival Guide for the Dental Patient can save you hundreds of thousands of dollars in dental and medical expenses, help you stay healthy, and facilitate a pleasant dental experience.

TESTIMONIALSbr> Ellen is our dental angel advocate. Her book exposes all the murky and sometimes secretive details of the dental industry, such as fillings, root canals, crowns, implants, dentures, and more, and the expenses and insurance involved. She presents the information in such an easy to read and informative manner that its not possible any longer to wonder whether to trust a dental professional or his/her treatment or not. Hooray for Ellen Broyles! I can honestly say that I appreciate her writing this book; the information has been kept un-der cover for too long. Thanks, Ellen. Terry Mills Ellen the book is great! I sat down to just read a chapter or two and ended up finishing it because it was so fun, definitely not the typical, dry literature youd read about a medical profession! The structure and content were perfect. Thanks for sending me along a copy; I think its a great idea to educate patients! Casey Caraher Ellen has personally saved our family thousands of dollars by intercepting treatment plans that would have drained our bank accounts. We cant thank her enough for her time and caring attitude for us and many of our other family members that have gone to her for dental advocacy. She was able to inform us with alternative suggestions and refer us to other dentists that were able to provide them. Marcy Dodds My sister was in severe dental pain one evening; we were referred to Ellen to help us find available dental resources and she was able to find a clinic that worked on a sliding fee schedule. Both my sister and I thank you Ellen! Thanks to your recommendation, she received wonderful dental care that she could afford! Thank you again. Debby Cabales I have always called Ellen over the years to get a second opinion of the treatment plan I received from various dentists. She has always been able to either agree with the dentists plan of treatment or disagree offering viable options for me. I will continue to ask her advice when it comes to hard decisions with my dental treatment. Nancy White My cousin was in dire need of dental help Not only did she lack the funds for dental treatment but she was very scared of dentists in general. Not only did Ellen take the time to find her an adequate but inexpensive dental insurance plan for her, but she also found her a very empathetic dentist to work with Gwen. Ellen even brought her to her first appointment so she would feel more comfortable. Thank you, Ellen Kim Ledgerwood

Readers will enjoy Teresa Yang's "practical approach to smile care" (Booklist) that will make "will make readers’ next trip to the dentist a little less intimidating" (Publishers Weekly). Provides practical information and advice on topics related to dental and overall health. Have you ever visited a new dentist and been told you need a “smile makeover,” with the implication that if your teeth were whiter and straighter, you would be more successful and happier? Or maybe you’ve never had a cavity – and now, suddenly, you have a half dozen that require immediate attention. Perhaps you’ve been told you need a root canal or a crown or implant. What are all these things? Which procedure is best for your situation? Did you leave those offices thinking, “It’s not really bothering me. Do I need to get all this work done?” Nothing But the Tooth is a ready guide to dental health that answers all your questions and the ones you didn’t even know to ask. It begins with the most important question: how to choose a competent and ethical dentist – and ends with a discussion about technological advances in the dental field. Topics such as the cost of dental treatment, pediatric and geriatric dental needs, and the link between sleep apnea and your mouth are covered. Most importantly, it guides readers to a better understanding of the link between dental and overall health.

This resource addresses the wide array of new and longstanding legal issues relevant to dental practices in a user-friendly format with additional related references and resources in each chapter. With sample contracts, checklists, and other helpful supplementary materials. Includes e-book access.

In today’s uncertain economy, if using a little buying savvy can get you small- or even big-ticket items at a cheaper price, can you afford not to do it? Now, with this handy, accessible guide, Rick Doble–a veritable king of haggling–and consumer expert Tom Philbin share the secrets to paying less on a variety of products and services, from cars, cellphones, and food to home improvement and banking. Through anecdotes and lively vignettes, Cheaper offers industry insider tips that will give you the edge before you even open your wallet. • Save up to 14 percent a year on gas by doing one easy thing. • Save $1,000 and more at your local supermarket just by knowing where to look. • Don’t assume you can’t get a discount on something. Always ask. • Remember: The imperfect find can lead to the perfect deal. • Complain the right way and get exactly what you want. Save money on just about everything–candy, computers, funerals, furniture, travel–and discover little-known insider secrets and tricks of the trade. So stop paying too much, and make the most of your money!