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Parents preparing their child with autism for the dentist

Tips for Preparing your Child with Autism for the Dentist

By: Kate Ranta on 4/6/22 13:00

1 in 59 children are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Having a child with autism can bring a new awareness to your life. Part of this awareness is knowing what to ...

What is An Oral Cancer Screening and Do I Need One?

By: Erica Laceria on 3/30/22 10:30

According to the National Institutes of Health, over 49,700 people are diagnosed with mouth cancer each year. The five-year survival rate is a little more than 75 percent, which ...

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 ...

American Heart Month: This is How Dental Health Helps Heart Health

By: Candace McAfee on 2/3/22 12:00

February is American Heart Month - and not just because of Valentine’s Day! American Heart Month brings attention to heart disease prevention. The leading cause of death in the ...

Woman suffering from computer vision syndrome straining her eyes while looking at computer

Computer Vision Syndrome: What You Need to Know

By: Symphanie Horsford on 2/1/22 11:00

So much of our lives are spent behind a screen, it’s no wonder our vision suffers. More than 50% of people who work on computers have experienced symptoms of Computer Vision ...

5 Things to Look for In a Dental Office

By: Astrid Graterol on 12/7/21 11:00

Whether it’s because your insurance has changed, you have moved to a new location, or you just want to change dentists, you want to find a dental office that checks all the boxes. ...

Open Enrollment, Special Enrollment, Buying Dental Insurance, Buying Vision Insurance

Everything You Need to Know About Open Enrollment

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 11/23/21 13:00

It’s time for open enrollment! If you have changed or bought new health insurance benefits in the past few years, you might know a thing or two about open enrollment. But, if ...

Close up of patients mouth in a visit to the dentist

Healthy Mouth, Healthy Body

By: Kate Ranta on 11/23/21 12:00

Need another reason to keep your teeth in tip top shape? How about this -- your overall health depends on it!

Smiling Dentist Discussing Dental Insurance Coverage

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 ...

Family smiling during Thanksgiving and protecting their oral health

Maintaining your Oral Hygiene during Thanksgiving

By: Kate Ranta on 10/19/21 12:00

It’s time to feast! The turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, corn, pies and beverages await! But, if you don’t practice good holiday oral hygiene for Thanksgiving (and leftovers!), ...

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