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Everything You Need to Know About Open Enrollment

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 11/17/23 13:00

It’s time for Open Enrollment. If you have changed or chosen new healthcare benefits in the past few years, you might know a thing or two about it. But, if you’re buying benefits ...

Is Periodontal Coverage Worth It?

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 3/28/22 11:00

Periodontal disease is the most severe stage of gum disease, and it is on the rise. Unlike milder gum disease, periodontal disease requires a separate set of procedures to get ...

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Why Don’t Dentists Accept Dental Insurance?

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 11/17/21 10:00

You went to the dentist, and the receptionist told you the office doesn’t take your insurance. It’s a rough moment – you’re caught between trying to pay for your care out of your ...

What Is DIY Ortho?

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 9/2/21 13:00

When we think of DIY we tend to think of a long Saturday filled with sawdust and splinters. Luckily, when it comes to do-it-yourself orthodontic treatment, it’s not nearly so ...

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5 Questions to Ask Your Family Dentist

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 7/9/21 14:00

One of the biggest benefits of a family dentist is having a single place for all your oral health questions. But, a lot of people just shake their heads when it's time for ...

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3 Things Retirees Should Look for In Dental Insurance

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 6/21/21 11:00

Planning for your dental insurance coverage to last your retirement can be a challenge these days. Many pensions are cutting out dental benefits, and Medicare doesn’t cover most ...

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Cosmetic Dentistry is More Than Just Looks

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 5/27/21 11:00

Cosmetic dentistry tends to make people think of extra dental work that is expensive and just for looks. Bleaching, crowns, bonding, and reshaping are all common cosmetic dental ...

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In-Network and Out-of-Network: What's the Difference?

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 4/14/21 11:00

If you’ve ever called your dental insurance company about an unexpected dental bill and they asked you “was the dentist in-network or out-of-network” you might be wondering what ...

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Preventive, Basic, and Major Services: What’s the Difference?

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 3/23/21 11:30

Regardless of whether you choose a Dental PPO (DPPO) plan or a Dental HMO (DHMO or EPO) insurance plan, knowing your plan’s coverage tiers (the categories your plan groups ...

The 5 Stages of Gum Disease

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 3/1/21 12:00

Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease or periodontitis, is one of the most common oral health problems in the U.S., with 47% of American adults suffering from some form ...

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