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Dental Insurance with No Waiting Periods for Seniors
As we age, regular dental care becomes increasingly important. Unfortunately, finding the right dental insurance for seniors on a fixed budget can be a challenging task. One issue that is often of particular concern is “waiting periods.” Waiting periods in dental insurance are the predetermined periods of time during which new policy holders must wait…
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Should Seniors Purchase Dental Insurance?
The good news is that modern dentistry can keep our teeth and gums healthy throughout our lives. The bad news is that we’ll probably be paying for that dental care out-of-pocket. Most of the insurance options that specifically serve seniors, like Medicare, do not cover dental care.
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How to Protect Your Teeth While Playing Sports
Helmets, knee pads, shin guards … anyone who plays sports or has an athletic kid is familiar with this protective gear. But unless your sport is football or hockey, you may have only seen mouth guards in the aisle of your local sports or drug store.
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What Can I Do About My Missing Teeth?
Some people are born without a full set of teeth, and others lose teeth due to a traumatic injury. But by far the most common causes of tooth loss are tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease. Both of these diseases generally result from bacterial plaque that is allowed to build up on tooth surfaces in…
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Dental Bridges vs. Dental Implants
Which is the better choice when you need to replace a missing tooth or teeth – a dental bridge or dental implants? Both options offer unique advantages and disadvantages. Your dentist will advise you on which option, a dental bridge or dental implants, is best for your needs. But often the final decision comes down…
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What Are Dental Implants? Everything You Should Know
People can lose teeth for various reasons, including infection, decay, trauma, and fractures. One solution to replace a missing tooth is with dental implants. While dental implants are a high-quality and long-lasting solution, they can also be a financial burden. Keep reading to learn more about dental implants and how a dental savings plan can help…
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Are Dental Implants Painful?
Dental implants offer a permanent, natural-looking alternative to traditional dentures or bridges. They look, feel, and function like natural teeth, and – as the only tooth replacement option that replaces the root of the tooth – also prevent bone loss, preserving jaw and facial structures. Getting a dental implant typically involves a multi-step surgical process,…
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Dental Implants – Costs & Saving Options
Dental implants look and function similar to natural teeth, and have health benefits that dentures and bridges don’t offer. But dental implants can be so expensive! Find out more about how to reduce the cost of quality dental implants.
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Dental health supports heart health
Your heart has four valves. Normally, these valves open to let blood flow through or out of your heart, and then shut to keep it from flowing backward. But sometimes heart valves can malfunction by leaking or not opening adequately enough for blood to flow through the valve. Either problem can greatly interfere with the…
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How Popcorn Can Cause Gum Abscesses & How You Can Help Your Gums
Popcorn can be a healthy snack, containing plenty of fiber, and even some antioxidants. So, what’s not to like about it? Ask your periodontist or dental hygienist that question, and they may reply with just two words: gum abscess.