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What is a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon?
After finishing dental school, these specialists train alongside other medical residents in emergency medicine, surgery and anesthesiology. They are experts in all parts of the face, mouth and jaws.
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What is an Endodontist?
Inflammation and pain in the tooth’s pulp can be quite severe, and getting relief from the pain and controlling infection in the pulp tissue may require root canal therapy or another treatment of the tooth’s soft tissue. Let’s dive deeper into endodontics and how an endodontist can help diagnose and treat your tooth pain.
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Which Types of Dental Insurance Cover Everything?
If you're looking for dental insurance covering everything from basic treatments to major procedures, it's important to know what to expect when shopping for these plans. We'll explain full coverage dental insurance, what it covers, how to find it, and pick the right plan for your needs.
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Understanding Your Dental Bill
Sometimes it’s difficult to make sense of the bills you get from your dentist. If you have dental insurance, the bill may be broken down to indicate your type of plan, whether the service you received was in or out of your plan’s network, any co-pays that are due, dental procedure codes, and other information.
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How to Find the Best Dentist Near You
Choosing a dentist is an important decision because the state of your oral health has a big impact on your general health and quality of life. Here’s how to go about finding the right one for you.
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5 Low Cost Dental Solutions
Here are some relatively inexpensive dental procedures that can save you a whole lot of money—not to mention pain, suffering and lost hours at work—down the road.
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Why Are My Gums Swollen? How to Treat Swollen Gums
The gums are the soft tissue that encases your teeth, roots, and jawbone, and they play a vital role in your oral health. However, if you start to notice your gums looking red and bulging out, they may have become swollen. So what causes swollen gums, and how can you treat them?
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How To Fix Receding Gums
When gum tissue shrinks down so that a tooth’s roots become partially exposed, that’s called gum recession. It can be both a cosmetic issue and a health concern. Find out the causes and treatments.
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Why Does My Jaw Hurt? Causes and Treatment Options
The jaw is a complex anatomical structure. Sitting within your jawbones are your teeth and the gums that protect them. We use our jaws for eating, talking, and many other daily functions, so it’s no surprise that stress, disease, or injury can create problems. These problems often start with jaw pain.
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Why Do Teeth Stain?
It isn’t just smokers who suffer from stained teeth. Find out the various causes of tooth-staining and how you can restore your smile to its youthful brightness.