Thursday, May 6, 2010

» ‘Brace’ Yourself: Wall Street Regulation Bill Snares Dentists, Doctors & Patients - Big Government

» ‘Brace’ Yourself: Wall Street Regulation Bill Snares Dentists, Doctors & Patients - Big Government

The Democrats’ health care takeover didn’t stop with ObamaCare and there are some hurtful provisions in the new financial regulation bill Americans should know about if they have any expensive dental procedures coming up.

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For millions of American teenagers braces are an embarrassing rite of passage, and for their parents, a tremendous cost. According to bracesinfo.com, the average prices of straightening a teenager’s teeth is about $5,400. In South Carolina, where themedian family income is approximately $45,000, the cost of braces for one child can total more than 10 percent of a parent’s gross income for the year.

Because braces are so expensive, many families pay for them through an installment agreement with their dentist. This is often a fair and affordable option that allows families to avoid charging the expense on their credit card and paying double-digit interest rates.

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