I confess, I haven't taken care of my teeth over the years. I have 4 children, which many of you fully know, sap almost every dime of our budget for one thing after another. We didn't have insurance for the kids for many years, however, we were able to keep up with their dental needs for the most part.
Now I have a real problem with my dental health. Several of my teeth are broken or have fallen out, to the point where I have real trouble trying to take a bite out of anything, such as a sandwich for example. I have recently acquired dental insurance and had hoped to get full dentures. Unfortunately, even with the insurance, I need almost three thousand more dollars.
My appearance has been an issue in job interveiws, to the point where it has cost me several decent jobs. I can't seem to get that kind of money together, at all. My work industry has taken a real hit up here in the northeast, and I need to catch a break and find a new job. At age 47, I can't really find enough construction work, and I'm not getting a fair shake at a new job with my appearance. It has been a real hardship on me and my family. I still have two kids at home, ages 15 and 17.
