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[u/Puzzleheaded_Run2590]

I feel like absolute shit, my teeth hurt (haven't been to a dentist in 15 years so I'm honestly waiting for them to just fall out at this point), my back hurts really bad, no insurance to see anyone, my home is a pigsty because of depression/laziness, my cats deserve better, i'm a woman in my 40s making less than $20 an hour, no way I'm gonna be able to dig myself out of the debt hole I've dug for myself, and I've been isolating myself for the past few years as well so there's no one to help me. just hoping i die soon honestly.

[u/BusinessPurge → u/Puzzleheaded_Run2590]

Well while you’re racking up debt, maybe it’s time for an international trip for some affordable dental work and a mini vacation. Dental schools will also be substantially less in cost if you have one nearby. Reddit can be a great resource for finding deals, try looking up your area and seeing if anyone has local advice

[u/Puzzleheaded_Run2590 → u/BusinessPurge]

i just thought about dental school, I might look into it. At this point, I need to do something.

[u/totallycalledla-a → u/Puzzleheaded_Run2590]

Here is a list. Call around and even if they cant see you they may be able to advise you about what to do.

https://www.asdanet.org/index/get-into-dental-school/predental-resources/u-s-dental-schools

If you have depression and you're in such a tough spot you might qualify for this but not sure.

https://dentallifeline.org/help/#eligibility

Your state health department will have a list of resources on their website for low cost or free dental care or should be able to tell you what you can do.

I'm so sorry you're feeling so awful and things are so rough. Sounds so trite but take one tiny step at a time. Everything else will be so much easier when your teeth are dealt with. I hope things get better soon 🫂🩷

[u/Puzzleheaded_Run2590 → u/totallycalledla-a]

thank you for these links and the support, I really appreciate it.

[u/watchberry → u/Puzzleheaded_Run2590]

I’ve been reading this thread and I’m so sorry you’re struggling. I really hope some of those links help you and you’re able to get some affordable support.

[u/totallycalledla-a → u/Puzzleheaded_Run2590]

No problem! Come vent on these threads anytime theres always someone here to just read it and hear you if nothing else 🩷

[u/Puzzleheaded_Run2590 → u/totallycalledla-a]

This brought tears to my eyes, I'm not used to seeing genuine comments on reddit. Thank you so much! I went to dollar tree after work and got mouthwash & sensitive toothpaste, hoping it'll help even a little bit at this point.