Dental treatment, more expensive for greater modesty
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Question
Hello. Introduction to the questions: It is noted that a Jewish man should prioritize dental cleaning from tartar by a male dentist due to modesty. However, there are not many male dentists. Therefore, usually, if he wants such treatment by a man, only a dentist will perform this treatment. And any treatment by a dentist is more expensive than by a hygienist. Therefore, the questions: 1] Up to what amount should one prioritize more expensive treatment only because it is more modest? Is it excessive if the difference is several hundred shekels? What is the limit? 2] Does it change the answer if he donates to an important cause, such as a Halacha institute that educates many in Halacha, the entire difference in treatment cost, if he chooses the cheaper treatment, i.e., treatment by a hygienist? Clarification: Specifically for this question, there is no concern of the prohibition of seclusion, as sometimes people enter, and the door will not be locked. It is noted that to avoid the prohibition of seclusion, if sometimes people enter and exit during treatment, then it is acceptable. But the door should be left slightly open, and at least not locked. [Choshen Yeshuot. Laws of Seclusion. 32-34.]. Thank you.
Answer
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There is no need to pay extra to receive treatment from a male dentist instead of a hygienist.
Source
According to the instructions of the Gaon, Rabbi A. Fried, shlita