Oral & Vision Health Blog

Be Sure to Tell your Dentist about Possible Latex Allergies

Latex allergies may be among the trickiest of all relatively common allergies. The symptoms are often similar to other allergies or the common cold, and you may get in contact ...
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Preventive, Basic, and Major Services: What’s the Difference?

Knowing your plan’s coverage tiers and the amount of coverage for each tier is the key to understanding how your plan works. Knowing the types of dental services your plan covers ...
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What is UCR and how does it affect my Dental PPO plan costs?

Dental PPO (DPPO) insurance plans allow you to visit both in-network and out-of-network dentists, as you might already know. That means if you have a DPPO plan, you can see your ...
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The 5 Stages of Gum Disease

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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Tricks for Keeping Your Kids’ Teeth Cavity-Free

Halloween, Easter, Hanukah, The 4th of July - no matter the season there's always a holiday filled with sugary snacks around the corner. You don’t want to spoil the fun, but ...
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The Dentist Says You Need a Deep Cleaning…Why?

You've been meaning to get to the dentist. You remember as a child you went every six months, no matter what. You've been busy lately and haven't had any problems with your teeth, ...
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What is Gum Disease, Exactly?

So, your dentist tells you that you have mild (or not so mild) gingivitis. You might think that just means your gums are slightly inflamed – but gingivitis is a bit more ...
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Can Overusing Eye Drops Be Harmful?

Do you find yourself constantly reaching for eye drops? This could be a sign that you are overusing your eye drops and causing further irritation to your eyes. Like any ...
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6 Dental Hygiene Tips for You and Your Kids!

Good dental hygiene is more than just going to the dentist. It's an everyday practice! A daily dental routine will help you and your family keep your teeth white and your breath ...
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What is Kaleidoscope Vision?

You might have a stressful day at work or come home from a super intense workout, but all of a sudden your vision is blinded by a rainbow of colors. It’s scary – no matter where ...
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