Updated: 2/18/2020 If you have red hair, you might want to go ahead and ask for extra anesthetic at the dentist’s office. Studies show that not only are redheads more…
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Updated: 2/24/2020 The U.S. FDA called for further research on amalgam metal dental fillings after an important meeting in mid-December.
Updated: 2/24/2020 New breakthroughs on the oral immune system could soon lead to personalized dental health care. Researchers noted that the bacterial immune system and its respective viruses can be…
Updated: 2/24/2020 You can’t taste it, but it’s in most toothpaste, mouthwash and quite possibly your drinking water. It’s renowned worldwide for helping prevent cavities, yet it’s surrounded by controversy…
This quick video from “dentalimplantguide” shows an animated representation of what happens when you get tooth implants. Is the process what you expected? FGCFBNK8BJX8
Updated: 2/24/2020 The past couple of years, metal amalgam dental fillings have been all over the news for the potential danger they pose, especially to children and pregnant women. Studies…
Updated: 2/24/2020 The fluoride controversy has raged for years, and no one can seem to come to a consensus. Recently, however, both the American Dental Association and the Centers for…
An osteoporosis medication could help heal bone damage in patients with periodontal disease. Most current treatments for severe gum disease have not been very successful in regrowing bone structure in…
Updated: 2/25/2020 Gum disease may be up to 50% more prevalent than anyone realized. New research shows that a large number of Americans have periodontal disease, which can also put…
While Medicare may be the first option that comes to mind, it does not actually help with most senior dental care needs. Luckily, new dental plans for seniors are available to make it easier to afford both routine and emergency dental care throughout your retirement years. AARP dental insurance is one well-established option, but many seniors are opting for dental savings plans instead.
With the incomes of most Texans shaky at best, vital healthcare costs, including dental expenses, are increasingly hard to bear. Traditional dental insurance policies are proving either to be inadequate or nonexistent for the vast majority of Texans due to high deductibles, low maximums, and long waiting periods.
Yet, like most of us, you probably recognize the importance of visiting your dentist regularly. Fortunately, there are numerous insurances for dental in Texas that can cut costs. Read on for more info about the dental insurance alternatives that can save you substantially.
This respected chain of dental offices has rapidly become the provider of choice for patients in over 240 locations across the nation. One of the secrets to Aspen’s success may be its patient-centered focus on high quality, comprehensive and affordable dental care in a state-of-the-art team environment. Read on for more info about what to expect as a patient and about what plans are accepted.
With today’s declining economy, many Americans are considering obtaining coverage to help save on out-of-pocket expenses at their dentist. However, people want answers before they invest in dental insurance.
Updated: 2/26/2020 As your children get ready to go back to school, it’s important to make sure that their mouths are healthy and cavity-free. According to a survey by Trident,…
Updated: 2/26/2020 Dentists commonly create crowns, bridges, dentures and implants by taking an impression of the patient’s mouth and using that mold to form the prosthetic teeth. To do this,…