I was wondering if anybody knows of any financial assistance programs in NY State for periodontal disease?

I am a 27 year old woman who has been suffering from severe periodontitis since I was 21. I am a newly single mother, and this has affected my life tremendously. I am extremely depressed because of this situation and don't know which way to turn. I don't think I can afford the expensive fees for the work I need, but I don't know what to do. I have even been having trouble finding somebody local that performs full mouth restoration as well as periodontal treatment that would be willing to assist with a reasonable payment plan. Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I need to make a positive change as soon as possible.

I don't know of any programs in New York State. I would contact OHA, Oral Health America, to find out if they can assist you at all. Or check out their web site.\

In the meantime I have found that there is a fair amount I can do for my own gum health. I had terrible gums and they have improved a lot by using Biotene dry mouth products.

Has anyone ever checked to make sure there is not another underlying cause of your gum disease?

I also found another web site (see below) that might help.

Good luck!!

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