As you sit in the dentist’s chair, you might feel a mix of anxiety and uncertainty about what will happen during your professional dental cleaning. But fear not! Knowing exactly what to expect can help ease your stress and allow you to appreciate the refreshing...
How Often To Replace Your Toothbrush Can you think of the last time you replaced your toothbrush? We are conscious of throwing out expired foods, restocking supplements or vitamins, and beauty products are replaced quite often. Health and beauty gets more attention in...
Every year, about eight of 10 United States taxpayers receive a tax refund. Typically the average refund is about $3,000. It’s tempting to use this money for a vacation or a shopping spree…but have you thought about using it for your dental care? Dental care is a wise...
14 Common Dental Issues Dental issues can come up at the most inconvenient times. Here are a list of the most common dental concerns and what to do until your dental appointment. 1. Toothache You’ve called and made a dentist appointment, but it can’t come...
Is Vaping Bad for Your Teeth? The long-term effect on health and safety of using e-cigarettes and other vaping products is still not well known. In the fall of 2019, federal and state health authorities began investigating an outbreak of a severe lung disease...
Brush twice a day and floss daily… We’ve all heard this tip! While this is a good suggestion, it may not be enough to keep your teeth and gums in the best shape possible. This blog will provide you with five tips to enhance your dental routine so you can keep your...
Understand Your Dental Benefits Before They Expire IMPORTANT REMINDER: Almost all employer-sponsored dental insurance benefit plans typically reset their annual maximum on January 1st. Keep in mind, most of the time the money already paid into your plan doesn’t get...
Care After an Extraction 1 – Use Gauze to Bite Down After your tooth extraction, the dentist will place gauze on the extraction site to stop the bleeding. Applying pressure and biting down tightly will help make the area stop bleeding. If you notice that it is...
If you have experienced tooth pain, you understand the importance of having dental care. You can also avoid dental emergencies or dental problems by visiting the dentist regularly for your checkups and cleanings provided by your dental plan or dental insurance. There...
In recent years, different types of teeth whitening have increased in popularity. Although teeth are typically mostly white, did you know that tooth enamel color can come in many different shades? Especially over time – your enamel can become discolored or...
