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What Dental Benefits Matter Most to Employees? A Practical HR Guide

By: Andrew Hickey on 5/6/26 12:48

According to the American Dental Association, cost concerns are the most common reasons people don't visit the dentist. For many, the insurance provided through their workplace ...

Flexible Work Arrangements: A Guide for HR Professionals

By: Andrew Hickey on 5/5/26 16:19

In today’s world, the way we work is changing fast. More people want jobs that fit their lives—not the other way around. That’s where flexible work arrangements come in. These ...

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Broker’s Q2 Tune Up Guide for Client Dental Benefits

By: Andrew Hickey on 4/28/26 18:25

Q2 is an ideal time for brokers to pause and review how client dental benefits are working once employees begin using them. At this point in the year, utilization patterns, ...

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UCR vs. MAC: What Brokers Should Know About DPPO Plans

By: Brooke Ellis on 4/15/26 11:12

As a dental insurance broker, you work with many industry terms—DHMO, DPPO, MOOP, CYM, and more. It’s no surprise that employers and employees have questions about what these ...

3 Common Questions About Disruption Reports

By: Andrew Hickey on 4/8/26 9:38

When employers change insurance carriers, one of the first concerns they raise is network access. Employees want to know whether they can continue seeing their current dentists ...

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Unlocking The Full Potential of Broker Commission in 2026

By: Andrew Hickey on 3/18/26 14:30

The benefits market is changing fast—and brokers feel it. Costs are up. Clients want flexible options. And everyone expects digital tools that “just work.” Now is the time to ...

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Brokers: Unlock Better Dental Benefits for Employees with Diabetes

By: Andrew Hickey on 2/20/26 10:30

People who live with chronic conditions, especially diabetes, often face extra oral health challenges. These issues affect not only their comfort and confidence but also their ...

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Maximizing Value: Cross-Selling Dental & Vision Insurance to Your Clients

By: Symphanie Horsford on 1/6/26 11:12

As an insurance broker, you want to offer your clients solutions that are comprehensive in terms of coverage and appealing when it comes to cost. Cross-selling dental and vision ...

Insurance Broker Goals for the New Year

By: Andrew Hickey on 1/5/26 10:03

Planning is a critical component of any successful business. With the new year here, it is time for insurance brokers to start thinking about setting sales goals. They provide a ...

Tune Up your Communication Skills with Clients

By: Kate Ranta on 12/10/25 10:15

Even the best communicators need to brush up on their skills sometimes. Whether it's over the phone, online, or in person, you communicate day in and day out with your clients. ...

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