Have you ever lost a tooth and told yourself:
"It's only one tooth."
"Nobody can see it anyway."
"I'll replace it later when I have more money."
"I'm too busy right now."
If so, you're not alone.
I have always been a cautious person.
Some people call it conservative.
Others call it overly careful.
I simply call it responsible.
When I buy a car, I research for months.
When I invest money, I read every detail.
When I hire a contractor, I want references, documentation, and proof of quality.
As retirement approaches, most people begin thinking about things they may have postponed for years.
Travel.
Lifestyle changes.
Housing.
Healthcare.
And for many of us, dental care.
"I'll wait until next year."
"It doesn't hurt yet."
"I can't afford it right now."
"I'll just be careful with that tooth."
These are phrases dentists hear every day across Australia.
I still remember the day my Australian dentist presented my treatment plan.
After years of struggling with missing teeth, failing crowns, and increasing difficulty chewing, I knew major dental work was coming.
What I wasn't prepared for was the cost.
The estimate sitting in front of me was more than AUD $28,000.
If additional procedures were required, it could exceed AUD $35,000.
My first reaction was disbelief.
My second reaction was to open Google.
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