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Dental code
SparkyG
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Could one of our dental experts explain this code on my husband's dental plan please:
Filling - MODB
Filling - MODB/P
The dentist told him that he needs 2 large composite fillings to replace old amalgams which have decay under them. They will cost £95 each, so we will be testing out our new Tesco dental plan which will hopefully reimburse 80% of the cost.
Just curious as to what the codes mean. I know it's to do with the surfaces, but I like to know exactly!:D
Thanks
Filling - MODB
Filling - MODB/P
The dentist told him that he needs 2 large composite fillings to replace old amalgams which have decay under them. They will cost £95 each, so we will be testing out our new Tesco dental plan which will hopefully reimburse 80% of the cost.
Just curious as to what the codes mean. I know it's to do with the surfaces, but I like to know exactly!:D
Thanks
:beer: My glass is half full :beer:
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MODB = Mesial Occlusal Distal Buccal. basically a filling that goes from the front of the tooth, through the biting surface and over the back surface, extending over the cheek (Buccal) side of the tooth as well.
MODBP -the same but it goes over the palatal surface as well - so pretty much every surface of the tooth.
Bottom line - two pretty big fillings!!How to find a dentist.
1. Get recommendations from friends/family/neighbours/etc.
2. Once you have a short-list, VISIT the practices - dont just phone. Go on the pretext of getting a Practice Leaflet.
3. Assess the helpfulness of the staff and the level of the facilities.
4. Only book initial appointment when you find a place you are happy with.0 -
Toothsmith wrote: »
Bottom line - two pretty big fillings!!
Thanks for that:T . Hope they hold up, being so big, but the dentist's not suggested crowns so must be confident it'll be ok. He is very experienced and good with composites.:beer: My glass is half full :beer:0 -
lol i might start thinking of it as code rather than charting. makes it a bit more interesting!0
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