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       <title>Potential dental care problems in Massachusetts</title>
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       <description><![CDATA[The state of Massachusetts is trying to save money and reducing coverage of dental care procedures is one way Governor Deval Patrick might accomplish this.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:59:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Free dental care Friday in Georgia</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45798/free-dental-care-friday-in-georgia.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Many Americans don't have dental care coverage, some of whom live in the state of Georgia.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:59:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2009</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Kids learn dental care basics at school</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45797/kids-learn-dental-care-basics-at-school.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Tooth decay is a common problem in the U.S., especially among young children, so some dental care professionals have decided to help educate kids on the risks of not maintaining good dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:59:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Waterless toothbrush could save consumers money</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45583/waterless-toothbrush-could-save-consumers-money.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Dental care has always involved using water, whether it be to rinse mouths or toothbrushes, but one company thinks consumers would save money if they could brush without running the faucet.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:59:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2009</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Good dental care especially important for diabetics</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45494/good-dental-care-especially-important-for-diabetics.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The International Diabetes Foundation (IDF) says it is especially important for diabetics to receive good dental care.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2009</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Supermarket chain 'bats' for dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45468/supermarket-chain-bats-for-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A supermarket chain in Arizona supported both its local baseball team and good dental hygiene through its Batting for Smiles program.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:59:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2009</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Some Californians are in need of dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45446/some-californians-are-in-need-of-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[California is one of the several states in which residents are having difficulty paying for the dental care they need.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:59:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2009</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>See dental care in a new light</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45420/see-dental-care-in-a-new-light.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Not many people think of toothbrushes as cool or amusing gadgets, but that might change thanks to a new development in dental care that could be both fun and good for teeth.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2009</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Many kids have bad dental health but it is preventable</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45313/many-kids-have-bad-dental-health-but-it-is-preventable.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The most pervasive chronic disease in children can be avoided simply by having good dental care habits.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2009</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Good dental health can benefit soldiers</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45312/good-dental-health-can-benefit-soldiers.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Dentists have been promoting good dental health through Halloween candy buy-backs for the last few years, and one practice in New Jersey has put its own spin on the concept.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2009</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Certain candies may be very bad for dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45292/certain-candies-may-be-very-bad-for-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The Minnesota Dental Association is trying to spread the word among parents that sour candy can permanently damage dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2009</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Important information regarding infant dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45289/important-information-regarding-infant-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The American Dental Association (ADA) insists that it is important to begin protecting children from tooth decay the moment their first tooth emerges and now the ADA is offering parents more dental care information.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2009</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>High school becomes dental care facility for one weekend</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45269/high-school-becomes-dental-care-facility-for-one-weekend.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The recession has taken its toll on family budgets and dental care has become a service that some can't afford, so a school in Tennessee recently decided to take matters into its own hands.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Not too young for dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45196/not-too-young-for-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Over 25 percent of American children have at least one cavity by the time they are four, and yet many parents are surprised to hear that kids should have their first dental checkup before their first birthday.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Kentucky governor announces dental care initiative</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45195/kentucky-governor-announces-dental-care-initiative.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The governor of Kentucky traveled to Perry County to discuss his dental care initiative, which makes children a priority.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dentist spends own cash to promote dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45178/dentist-spends-own-cash-to-promote-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A dentist in Arizona will spend his own money this Halloween to try to prevent kids from eating too much candy.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2009</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Dental care for children could improve thanks to Democratic health reform proposals</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45145/dental-care-for-children-could-improve-thanks-to-democratic-health-reform-proposals.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The Surgeon General says that tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood disease, but proposed health care reform initiatives coming from the House of Representatives and the Senate could lead to an improvement in pediatric dental hygiene.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Poor dental health can affect other parts of the body</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45079/poor-dental-health-can-affect-other-parts-of-the-body.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Dental hygiene isn't only important because people love a nice smile.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Thousands of free toothbrushes could encourage dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45071/thousands-of-free-toothbrushes-could-encourage-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[An orthodontic business services provider recently donated thousands of toothbrushes to a children's hospital in Louisiana to promote dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2009 13:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>A day of dental care for kids in Ohio</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45063/a-day-of-dental-care-for-kids-in-ohio.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A team of dentists recently spent a day in an elementary school in Ontario, Ohio, providing students with dental care and promoting dental hygiene.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 21:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>One-day clinic gives dental care to high school students</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45018/one-day-clinic-gives-dental-care-to-high-school-students.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Though much of the focus may be on younger children, high school students who may not have access to dental insurance may also be at a risk for having poor dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2009 21:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dentist's book talks about dental health of smile</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/45017/dentist-s-book-talks-about-dental-health-of-smile.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A new book released in recognition of National Dental Hygiene Month talks about the benefit of an &quot;A-List&quot; smile and how some people may be able to enhance their smile.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2009 21:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2009</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Dentist called a 'lifesaver' after dental care uncovers tumor</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/44974/dentist-called-a-lifesaver-after-dental-care-uncovers-tumor.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Routine dental care may not only enhance one's overall health, it may actually save a person's life.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2009 19:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Uninsured wait in line for dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/44934/uninsured-wait-in-line-for-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A nonprofit in Iowa recently organized an event to provide free dental care to some residents who may not have had access to dental insurance.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2009 19:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dentist warns of cough drops harming dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/44929/dentist-warns-of-cough-drops-harming-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[With the flu season technically here, one dentist is recommending people watch their sugary snacking during the day to maintain optimal dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2009</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Supervisor urges parents to administer dental care to babies</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/44889/supervisor-urges-parents-to-administer-dental-care-to-babies.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Any liquid with sugar in it that is placed in a baby's mouth has the potential to do harm to their dental health and lead to early childhood cavities.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2009 19:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2009</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Dentist: Sonic toothbrush can help with dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/44850/dentist-sonic-toothbrush-can-help-with-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[People who can't afford dental insurance or don't have access to a dentist may want to look into one of the latest trends in dental care: the sonic toothbrush.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2009 19:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental health enemy: Nutrition bars</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/44849/dental-health-enemy-nutrition-bars.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[While nutritional bars may appear to be good for one's health, some dental care experts are revealing that these snacks can create a nesting ground for cavities to form in a person's mouth.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2009 19:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>ADA uses DVD to promote good dental care to patients</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/44825/ada-uses-dvd-to-promote-good-dental-care-to-patients.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Sometimes the notion of adhering to good dental health practices is better communicated through something more engaging than a dentist running through a list of ways to achieve healthy teeth and gums.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2009 19:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dentist stresses dental care needed in healthcare reform</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/44824/dentist-stresses-dental-care-needed-in-healthcare-reform.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[As the lawmakers in Washington DC continue to debate about the finer points in the proposed healthcare reform plan, one dentist in Montana is urging more dental insurance coverage for all Americans.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2009 19:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>NC museum's new exhibit focuses on children's dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/44772/nc-museum-s-new-exhibit-focuses-on-children-s-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Sometimes the best way to reach a child is to appeal to their sense of wonder.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>New initiative to support Maryland's dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/44685/new-initiative-to-support-maryland-s-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[After a 12-year-old boy passed away from a treatable oral health disease, Maryland's Governor Martin O'Malley decided to implement a statewide dental health plan to raise awareness of this issue, The Washington Post recently reported.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>World Oral Health Day to celebrate dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/44684/world-oral-health-day-to-celebrate-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Those too busy to schedule back-to-school dental checkups should be reminded of this important errand and try to visit their dentist as World Oral Health Day approaches on Saturday, September 12.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Learn about dental care at a health fair</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/44055/learn-about-dental-care-at-a-health-fair.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[One way to get kids excited about a trip to the dentist for teeth cleaning is to teach them about dental hygiene at a health fair.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Proper dental care in conflict with many dental insurance rules</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/42746/proper-dental-care-in-conflict-with-many-dental-insurance-rules.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The advice to see your dentist twice a year actually originated with a toothpaste commercial some 60 years ago, writes Dr Kate Hakala, a dentist with a private practice in Denver, in a column on Examiner.com.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 19:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>School program promotes dental care for young children</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/41681/school-program-promotes-dental-care-for-young-children.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The Rialto Unified School District dental program helps those who are not getting adequate health care.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Sugarless gum can help with dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/41597/sugarless-gum-can-help-with-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[While some health officials are unsure about new research released this week concerning the health benefits of gum, most agree there is still worth in utilizing the popular treat as a form of dental care.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 13:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dentist reminds parents of early dental care benefits</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/41508/dentist-reminds-parents-of-early-dental-care-benefits.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[With news from across the pond about the significant increase in young children suffering from tooth decay, it may be a wakeup call for some parents to ensure their child is getting adequate dental care.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 14:59:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Study: Early dental care will help city youth</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/41475/study-early-dental-care-will-help-city-youth.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[New research has emerged showing that early preventative dental care may more important for infants and toddlers than some people realize.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 12:59:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>AGD: Tap water better for dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/41423/agd-tap-water-better-for-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Despite some Americans reaching for bottled water instead of a can of soda, one national organization is suggesting people are missing out on the natural dental health benefits of tap water in the process.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 11:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dentist clears up dental care myths on morning show</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/41392/dentist-clears-up-dental-care-myths-on-morning-show.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[In an effort to debunk some dental health suggestions people may have gotten from family members when they were younger, a dentist appeared on a New York morning show to set the record straight.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 11:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Stepping up dental care after holiday</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/41361/stepping-up-dental-care-after-holiday.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[For some families, Easter is a holiday traditionally filled with bags of chocolate candy and sugary treats, which can unfortunately be detrimental toward one's dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 11:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>BBC: Number of children needing dental care high</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/41305/bbc-number-of-children-needing-dental-care-high.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[New data released last week has found what some may describe as a startling dental health statistic in the U.K.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Completeness, not order, counts in proper dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/41304/completeness-not-order-counts-in-proper-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[It doesn't matter if you brush, then floss, or do it the other way round, so long as you do both and do both consistently, according to the American Dental Association.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Study finds dental health varies in different socioeconomic areas</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/41240/study-finds-dental-health-varies-in-different-socioeconomic-areas.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[New research has emerged that suggests children being brought up in the more deprived areas of society may have poorer dental health when compared to children in other sectors of the community.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Program provides dental care to Hawaiian children</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/41219/program-provides-dental-care-to-hawaiian-children.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A program was launched through a partnership between a medical center and a community college in an effort to distribute dental care packets to the children of Maui.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Acid erosion growing dental care issue</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/41184/acid-erosion-growing-dental-care-issue.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Some dentists are pointing to a new dental health problem that is affecting both adults and children.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 13:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Study finds connection between obesity and dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/41159/study-finds-connection-between-obesity-and-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Harvard researchers claim to have found evidence of obesity occurring prior to periodontal disease in a large group of people and suggest the two are connected.]]></description>
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       <description><![CDATA[An Arizona dentist is reminding the public that cutting back on dental care in an effort to save money may not be the best idea, especially if people are looking for a new job.]]></description>
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       <description><![CDATA[In the past couple of months, the American Dental Association visited a number of local schools in three different cities to teach children the benefits of maintaining good dental health with a familiar character in tow.]]></description>
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       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/40885/dentist-breath-mints-may-harm-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A cosmetic dentist is warning people that certain health-oriented practices, such as using throat lozenges and cough drops, may be detrimental towards one's dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Magazine names therapy as dental care breakthrough</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/40766/magazine-names-therapy-as-dental-care-breakthrough.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A new weapon is emerging in the dental care arsenal that is focused on fighting the effects of tooth decay.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 6:59:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Tooth fairy used as dental health educator in Kansas</title>
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       <description><![CDATA[A dental care professional is suggesting parents grab the opportunity when their child starts to lose their baby teeth as a way of educating them about maintaining optimal dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 6:59:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Dental care professionals still not sure of heart disease connection</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/40662/dental-care-professionals-still-not-sure-of-heart-disease-connection.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[While most dentists and national dental care organizations agree that gum disease and heart disease are linked to each other, the case is still out as to what the exact connection is between the two conditions.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Other factors besides food affect dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/40632/other-factors-besides-food-affect-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Certain foods combined with routine dental care can affect the health of of one's mouth, according to a new study.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Doctor awarded for research in dental health disease</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/40589/doctor-awarded-for-research-in-dental-health-disease.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Thanks to one doctor's research, people suffering from periodontal disease may receive better treatment in the future.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Foods to assist dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/40588/foods-to-assist-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Eating certain fruits can give people extra dental care, but is by no means a substitute for a daily teeth cleaning or flossing.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Practice gave more than 800 children free dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/40571/practice-gave-more-than-800-children-free-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A national dental care practice reportedly gave more than 800 children free dental care during last month's Give Kids a Smile event, which is part of a national initiative put on by the American Dental Association.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 18:59:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Green tea may improve dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/40302/green-tea-may-improve-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Before administering a nightly teeth cleaning, one may want to make a cup of green tea as a way to promote good dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Important to keep up dental care for children</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/40212/important-to-keep-up-dental-care-for-children.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Though National Children's Dental Health Month is over, a California news provider is telling parents to continue urging their children to keep up whatever dental care lessons they learned last month.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 16:59:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Group offers at-home dental care ideas</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/40098/group-offers-at-home-dental-care-ideas.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Apparently, there is a lot more people can do at home to administer dental care besides administering a daily teeth cleaning and flossing.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Study examines children's fear of dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39988/study-examines-children-s-fear-of-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A new study has emerged stating a sensory environment within a dentist's office may be beneficial for children who have heightened anxiety while getting dental care, especially for those with developmental disabilities.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 17:01:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Some women at risk for poor dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39889/some-women-at-risk-for-poor-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A certain condition that causes a more intense and painful menstruation may debilitate a woman's dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Chickenpox as a child, poor dental health as an adult?</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39888/chickenpox-as-a-child-poor-dental-health-as-an-adult.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Children who endure the right-of-passage that is the condition of chickenpox may develop serious dental health problems when they are older.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Soda blamed for poor dental health in news report</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39870/soda-blamed-for-poor-dental-health-in-news-report.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[In a recent 20/20 report on the life of residents in eastern Kentucky, ABC's Diane Sawyer suggested the soft drink Mountain Dew was the cause of the poor dental health of the area's inhabitants.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 21:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>ADA applauds 'Meth Mouth' bill</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39823/ada-applauds-meth-mouth-bill.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A new bill was introduced last week by congressional Democrats aimed at treating a condition where teeth can become blackened, stained, rotting and crumbling from regular methamphetamine use.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Stress can negatively impact dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39783/stress-can-negatively-impact-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The poor economy can apparently affect one's dental care routine, which may be the precursor to serious conditions in the future.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 14:59:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Oral-B launches program to improve children's dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39701/oral-b-launches-program-to-improve-children-s-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A nationally-recognized toothbrush brand has launched a program aimed at educating parents about the importance of dental care for their children.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Free dental care program started in St. Louis</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39700/free-dental-care-program-started-in-st-louis.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[While all the cities across the country celebrating National Children's Dental Health month with free dental care for children are special, there may be one that stands above them all.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Maintaining good dental health may garner a date</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39661/maintaining-good-dental-health-may-garner-a-date.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Forget deep blue eyes, trendy hairstyles and athletic prowess.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 19:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Study: more employers see dental care as essential benefit</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39660/study-more-employers-see-dental-care-as-essential-benefit.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[In what could be described as a huge step forward among dental health advocates, new research has found employers are now placing a higher value on dental insurance than they did before.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 19:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Study: 12 million children have trouble getting dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39625/study-12-million-children-have-trouble-getting-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Though children across the country are receiving free dental care at various clinics in celebration of National Children's Dental Health Month, a new study has revealed a sobering fact and suggests more work may need to be done concerning dental insurance coverage in this country.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 21:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Don't ruin Valentine's Day with poor dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39569/don-t-ruin-valentine-s-day-with-poor-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[While maintaining dental health should be practiced regularly, people who have a date this weekend for the upcoming Valentine's Day holiday may want to step up their teeth cleaning to avoid having bad breath, which is a sure way to spend Saturday night alone in shame.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Mother's dental health can affect child</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39517/mother-s-dental-health-can-affect-child.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[In celebration of National Dental Health Month, two pediatric professors contributed a column to a Texas newspaper about the importance of dental health for an expectant mother.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 19:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Survey: dental care professionals have influence over patients</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39439/survey-dental-care-professionals-have-influence-over-patients.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Dental hygienists may have an influence with their patients that extends past providing them with dental health advice.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 17:01:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Poor dental health increases in children</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39407/poor-dental-health-increases-in-children.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The rate of tooth decay in the country's youngest children is increasing, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), states the American Dental Association (ADA).]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Poor diet can affect a child's dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39347/poor-diet-can-affect-a-child-s-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[As the American Dental Association (ADA) celebrates National Children's Dental Health Month, parents are reminded dental care also involves monitoring what their child may be eating.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Ohio celebrates dental care with children's event</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39279/ohio-celebrates-dental-care-with-children-s-event.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[To celebrate the national Give Kids A Smile (GKAS) program next month, a day-long event will be held at Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine to promote early dental health among children.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 9:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Survey: parents unknowingly harming child's dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39232/survey-parents-unknowingly-harming-child-s-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A new survey has found some parents and caregivers are unaware that certain actions may be detrimental to a child's dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental care needed at birth</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39167/dental-care-needed-at-birth.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Dentists around the country are urging new moms to administer dental care to their newborn babies, even if it means wiping out their child's mouth with a damp cloth after they've gone to sleep.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 19:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Tooth decay does more than reduce dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39110/tooth-decay-does-more-than-reduce-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A new report from the Ontario Dental Association (ODA) aims to renew the public's desire to work together to prevent tooth decay in children.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Tooth fairy promotes good dental care in Kenya</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39109/tooth-fairy-promotes-good-dental-care-in-kenya.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[No, not the real tooth fairy. CoraMaria Clark, a former dental hygienist, reinvented herself as Toothena the Tooth Fairy, which is the main character in a children's book she wrote as a way to spark awareness of good dental health among children.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental health worsens with dirty toothbrush</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39087/dental-health-worsens-with-dirty-toothbrush.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[If people do not replace or at least clean their toothbrush, they may be more susceptible to conditions such as gum and heart disease, according to a Mississippi dentist.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>New toothpaste gives double dose of dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39086/new-toothpaste-gives-double-dose-of-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A toothpaste manufacturer has created a new product combining calcium and fluoride to give people twice the amount of dental care with one thorough brushing.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>ADA program gives free dental care to children</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39062/ada-program-gives-free-dental-care-to-children.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Eligible children all around the country will have the opportunity to receive free dental care in a program that has ballooned since its humble beginnings in 2002.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Sippy cups improve infants' dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39040/sippy-cups-improve-infants-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Parents who want to get a head start for February's National Children's Dental Health month may want to pick up an infant training cup that will help deter childhood tooth decay.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Dentist to give free dental care on Valentine's Day</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39039/dentist-to-give-free-dental-care-on-valentine-s-day.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A Chicago dentist will offer a chance for anyone to get dental care free of charge in an effort to improve the dental health of people who may not be able to afford dental insurance.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Sugar substitute may improve dental health for new mothers</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39009/sugar-substitute-may-improve-dental-health-for-new-mothers.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[New research has shown a natural sugar substitute may help mothers improve their baby's dental health all by chewing on some gum.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>City returns fluoride to water supply for dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/39008/city-returns-fluoride-to-water-supply-for-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[After an equipment problem last year that halted the water fluoridation in Shelbyville, Tennessee, the process is back in effect and providing dental health to approximately 16,000 residents.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Everyday hoodlums of dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38963/everyday-hoodlums-of-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[People who strive to maintain good dental care may want to be aware of certain foods that have the potential to wreak havoc on one's dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Grants to benefit dental health programs</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38930/grants-to-benefit-dental-health-programs.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A national organization has awarded a significant amount of money to 16 non-profit dental health initiatives aimed at providing dental care and education to economically disadvantaged families.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>SCHIP bill would increase access to dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38929/schip-bill-would-increase-access-to-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The new SCHIP bill, which was recently passed through the House of Representatives, includes a provision aimed at improving dental care for children.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 15:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Dental care top issue for children's healthcare</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38888/dental-care-top-issue-for-children-s-healthcare.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[While some children are lucky enough to live in school districts with free dental care programs, many more children enter schools with cavities big enough to see without x-rays.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 17:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Make kids' dental health a priority in the new year</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38864/make-kids-dental-health-a-priority-in-the-new-year.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[It is generally accepted that the earlier children learn about the importance of dental health, the better.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Good diet equals dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38851/good-diet-equals-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Late-night snackers, the dental care bell tolls for thee.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 16:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>New product advances dental care</title>
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       <description><![CDATA[Dentists and patients may now be able to improve dental health thanks to a new tool that can reportedly spot subtle plaque build-up and administer early dental care.]]></description>
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       <description><![CDATA[In a study that involved approximately 1,100 twins, researchers have found a regular flossing routine can increase the dental health of people when combined with daily dental care.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 16:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Mom sings alphabet with kids for dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38750/mom-sings-alphabet-with-kids-for-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Parents who are having trouble getting their children to administer dental care on their teeth may want to try a creative approach to spur interest.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 16:01:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental health advice for a teething baby</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38741/dental-health-advice-for-a-teething-baby.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The challenges of being a new parent are numerous, including the period of infanthood in which a baby is teething.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 14:01:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Dental health may suffer with halt to water fluoridation in Vermont</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38715/dental-health-may-suffer-with-halt-to-water-fluoridation-in-vermont.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A Vermont city is considering halting fluoridating its water supply, which has sparked a debate about the practice that was started to prevent tooth decay.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 16:01:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Invisible retainers give dental care to self-conscious adults and teenagers</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38714/invisible-retainers-give-dental-care-to-self-conscious-adults-and-teenagers.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[While a mouth full of braces may be fun for children to showcase, adults living with crooked teeth may opt for a more subtle dental care approach to align their teeth.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 16:01:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental care for the timid thanks to sedation dentistry</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38682/dental-care-for-the-timid-thanks-to-sedation-dentistry.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A new trend is emerging that gives hope to people who find keeping up their dental health through a dentist appointment on par with a mild form of torture.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 16:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Free dental care for Minnesota kids</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38681/free-dental-care-for-minnesota-kids.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Dentists and dental professionals in Minnesota area combining their efforts to provide free dental care to families who may not be able to afford it.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 16:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Flossing important element of dental care and general health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38647/flossing-important-element-of-dental-care-and-general-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[While many people are told about the dental health benefits of flossing, more evidence is emerging to suggest cleaning one's gums can lead to strong heart as well.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 16:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Introduce children to dental care with visit to museum</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38646/introduce-children-to-dental-care-with-visit-to-museum.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Baltimore families interested in getting their children exposed to dental health practices at an early age may want to bring them to the National Museum of Dentistry.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 16:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Is your dental care routine causing you pain?</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38621/is-your-dental-care-routine-causing-you-pain.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[If you find yourself with sore or swollen gums when you are brushing or flossing, it may be the sign of a dental health problem.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 20:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Good dental health may protect against common cold</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38608/good-dental-health-may-protect-against-common-cold.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Using mouthwash assists with good dental care, but may also boost one's immune system, meaning less time warming up soup during cold winter months.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 16:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Pediatrician: dental care needed at birth</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38573/pediatrician-dental-care-needed-at-birth.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[New mothers are being urged by dental health professionals to start administering good dental care on their infants almost immediately.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 16:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Sealants: A great way to protect dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38542/sealants-a-great-way-to-protect-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Aside from monitoring brushing and flossing, many parents may be looking for further ways to potentially improve their children's dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 16:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>New book informs parents of dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38536/new-book-informs-parents-of-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A dentist dedicated to expounding about the health benefits of dental care has released a new book detailing how gum disease can lead to serious conditions such as heart disease.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Some dentists employing innovative technology for dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38535/some-dentists-employing-innovative-technology-for-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A Louisiana dentist has incorporated a computer in his dental care procedures that allows patients to witness their crowns being made thanks to 3-D photography.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Pacifiers and dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38526/pacifiers-and-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Although the use of a pacifier can be beneficial to a baby's health in certain respects, parents may want to monitor the use of sucking objects when the child grows older to protect dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 20:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Make dental health a New Year's resolution</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38525/make-dental-health-a-new-year-s-resolution.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The New Year offers plenty of opportunities to make plans to improve your health - and focusing on dental care can make a big difference to your mouth.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 20:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Teenager gets dental care before homecoming dance</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38515/teenager-gets-dental-care-before-homecoming-dance.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A 15-year-old girl from Cleveland almost went to her homecoming dance with her two front teeth knocked out, forcing her to hide her smile, states the Plain Dealer Reporter.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 13:59:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Keep toothbrush away from toilet for dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38514/keep-toothbrush-away-from-toilet-for-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Not only is it important to adhere to a regular brushing routine, but now a person must be careful where they leave their toothbrush when not in use.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 13:59:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Good dental health may benefit diabetics</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38492/good-dental-health-may-benefit-diabetics.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Diabetics who have gum disease may be able to lower their medical costs by receiving dental care for the condition.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Program gives low-income children dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38491/program-gives-low-income-children-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Louisiana elementary children received dental care thanks to an initiative that brings the much-needed service to the people who need it most.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental care important for newborns</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38490/dental-care-important-for-newborns.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Good dental health should start as early as possible, even when a toothbrush may be too big for a person's mouth.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental care resolutions for 2009</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38469/dental-care-resolutions-for-2009.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[In order to improve dental health in the upcoming year, people should curtail the amount of soda they drink and employ the use of an electronic toothbrush.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2008</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Dental health brought to children</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38447/dental-health-brought-to-children.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Instead of missing school for a dentist appointment, Maryland children are getting their dental care visits personally delivered to them.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Holiday tradition or dental health nightmare?</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38434/holiday-tradition-or-dental-health-nightmare.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[While many see two people embracing under the mistletoe as a heartwarming tradition, others are warning of the more than 500 different species of germs that may be swapped during the process, which can eradicate years of dental care.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 18:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>New partnership to foster children's dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38433/new-partnership-to-foster-children-s-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[In an effort to improve the dental health of children living in low-income housing, a state health department has teamed up with a national organization to address the issue of childhood tooth decay.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 18:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2008</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Innovative dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38411/innovative-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Maintaining good dental care doesn't have to happen entirely in the bathroom.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 18:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2008</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>New polishing technology could protect dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38368/new-polishing-technology-could-protect-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A new way of polishing teeth using silica nanoparticles could help promote dental health by warding off cavities.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 18:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Fluoride and children's dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38260/fluoride-and-children-s-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Although fluoride is beneficial to people's dental health, parents of very young children are sometimes warned to watch the amount of fluoride their kids' teeth are exposed to.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 18:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Early dental checkups 'vital' for protecting dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38259/early-dental-checkups-vital-for-protecting-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[When it comes to your children's dental health, it is best to take them to a dentist for a dental checkup by their first birthday, according to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 18:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>AAP calls for more focus on children's dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38239/aap-calls-for-more-focus-on-children-s-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The role of doctors in the dental health of America's children has been brought into the spotlight by a recent policy statement in the journal Pediatrics.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 20:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental health for the holidays</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38177/dental-health-for-the-holidays.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Dental care might not be the first thing you think of when considering a gift for the holiday season, but for some people it can provide just the dental health boost they need to get through the coming months pain-free.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 20:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2008</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>For optimum dental health, brush for at least 3 minutes</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38174/for-optimum-dental-health-brush-for-at-least-3-minutes.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[How long do you spend brushing your teeth? If you are like most people, you dedicate less than one minute to this dental hygiene habit, according to the Academy of General Dentistry.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 20:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Advanced technology raises the bar for dental hygiene</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38077/advanced-technology-raises-the-bar-for-dental-hygiene.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A new wave of technological advances has been improving the level of dental care and dental hygiene services offered at dentists' offices around the country.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 20:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Tooth decay: a preventable dental health disease</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38076/tooth-decay-a-preventable-dental-health-disease.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The fact that tooth decay is increasing among the children of the world is an often-quoted fact.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 20:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2008</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Pediatricians and dentists join forces for kids' dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38046/pediatricians-and-dentists-join-forces-for-kids-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Both doctors and dentists understand the importance that dental health plays in a child's life - and some of these health professionals have been teaming up to fight tooth decay together.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 20:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Pregnant women 'should monitor dental health'</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/38044/pregnant-women-should-monitor-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[People may develop gum disease at any point in life, but pregnant women may be particularly prone to swollen and inflamed gums.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 20:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Parents encouraged to protect kids' dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/37956/parents-encouraged-to-protect-kids-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Parents who are concerned about their children's dental health should make sure they promote good dental hygiene habits, such as tooth-brushing, from an early age, an expert has suggested.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 11:25:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental health boost for Arkansas kids</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/37691/dental-health-boost-for-arkansas-kids.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Up to 2,000 children in Arkansas are set to benefit from a free procedure intended to improve their dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 16:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2008</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Five simple tips to strong teeth and dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/37624/five-simple-tips-to-strong-teeth-and-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Having pearly white teeth is a great way to get some positive attention, but having strong teeth is also important.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 20:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2008</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Dental health group calls for more awareness</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/37576/dental-health-group-calls-for-more-awareness.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The link between dental hygiene and overall health is the center of a new campaign by the Wyoming Dental Association.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 18:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Warning about sour candy and dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/37575/warning-about-sour-candy-and-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[We all know that eating sugary candy can contribute to dental health problems, but were you aware of the risks posed by consuming sour candies?]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 18:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental health group: Tooth decay is infectious</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/37551/dental-health-group-tooth-decay-is-infectious.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Tooth decay is a dental health problem that affects children across the globe.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 18:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Reminder about importance of dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/37520/reminder-about-importance-of-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Dental hygiene has a profound impact on a person's dental health - and can even affect other aspects of overall wellbeing.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 20:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Baby teeth are important for dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/37453/baby-teeth-are-important-for-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Parents who are concerned about their children's dental health should be sure to bring their youngsters to the dentist within six months of the eruption of their first baby tooth, the Academy of General Dentistry advises.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 16:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Parents advised about children's dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/37431/parents-advised-about-children-s-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Even if a child is under a year old, their mouth and teeth still require dental care to avoid further problems later on.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:01:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Brush longer to promote dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/37382/brush-longer-to-promote-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The amount of time people devote to dental hygiene may be related to the overall state of their dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 18:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental care tips for effective flossing</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/37305/dental-care-tips-for-effective-flossing.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Every dentist will tell you that flossing is a necessary step in a person's dental care routine, helping to remove plaque and food debris from between the teeth.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 18:01:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental hygiene doesn't have to go downhill after Halloween</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/37192/dental-hygiene-doesn-t-have-to-go-downhill-after-halloween.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Days after Halloween, kids across the country may still be hoarding the spoils of a night of trick-or-treating, choosing to savor their candy over a period of time rather than gorge all at once.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Dental health can benefit earning potential</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/37191/dental-health-can-benefit-earning-potential.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Having healthy teeth is not only good for aesthetic and dental health purposes, but it can affect your earning potential, according to a new study.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Preparing for a dental checkup</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/37166/preparing-for-a-dental-checkup.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Experts agree that visiting the dentist for a regular checkup is one of the best proactive measures a person can take to protect their dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 18:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Doctors are increasingly concerned with dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/37167/doctors-are-increasingly-concerned-with-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[It's not uncommon for children to leave a checkup at the dentist with a new toothbrush to maintain healthy teeth.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 18:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Kids get sealants to protect their dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/37133/kids-get-sealants-to-protect-their-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A number of children in Le Grande, Oregon recently received a procedure that will help protect their dental health for years to come.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2008 18:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Cavity-fighting candy helps promote dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/37097/cavity-fighting-candy-helps-promote-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Most people think of candy as something detrimental to dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 16:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Protect kids' dental health post-Halloween</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/37064/protect-kids-dental-health-post-halloween.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[If your children's dental care routine is near-perfect for most of the year, there may not be any harm in allowing them to enjoy their candy after Halloween, an article on CNN.com suggests.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 16:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Kids 'choose snacks that benefit their dental health'</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/37019/kids-choose-snacks-that-benefit-their-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Parents and dentists may sometimes fear that children will take any opportunity to gorge themselves on candy, but the reality is that they also enjoy snacks that are good for their dental health, experts claim.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 18:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>AGD: Dental health problems are preventable</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/36865/agd-dental-health-problems-are-preventable.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Tooth decay and other common dental health problems may be prevented with the proper dental care, the Academy of General Dentistry has urged.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Good dental hygiene 'benefits elderly'</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/36820/good-dental-hygiene-benefits-elderly.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Residents of nursing homes who follow a good dental hygiene routine may enjoy additional benefits to their health, according to research published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 16:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Students teach dental hygiene to kids</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/36799/students-teach-dental-hygiene-to-kids.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Kids in a California community have been learning about the importance of dental care from a group of dental hygiene students, according to a report in the Press-Enterprise.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 18:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Watch the acid to preserve dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/36738/watch-the-acid-to-preserve-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The frequency with which a person consumes acidic food has a bigger impact on their amount of tooth decay than the amount of that food consumed, it has been suggested.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 10:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Good choices on Halloween promote dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/36709/good-choices-on-halloween-promote-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Parents who are concerned about their children's dental health might be wise to do a bit of research before setting rules on Halloween candy consumption, it has been suggested.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dentist warns about acidic candy and dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/36686/dentist-warns-about-acidic-candy-and-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Acidic candy - which is especially popular around Halloween - should be avoided if possible to protect dental health, a dentist has warned.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 18:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Elmo to teach kids about dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/36620/elmo-to-teach-kids-about-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Children may be used to hearing about the benefits of good dental hygiene from their parents and dentist, but now a popular Sesame Street character has added his voice to the mix.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 10:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Modern diet 'threatens dental health'</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/36526/modern-diet-threatens-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[We already know that the modern Western diet is blamed for rising obesity rates and cardiovascular problems, but could it be contributing to poor dental health as well?]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 16:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Many ways to relax during dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/36489/many-ways-to-relax-during-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Dentists are trained to help their patients feel as comfortable as possible while they are receiving dental care and many offer a variety of options for easing anxiety.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 10:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Maternal vitamin D may affect baby's dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/36487/maternal-vitamin-d-may-affect-baby-s-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Children born to women who consumed low amounts of vitamin D while pregnant are more likely to suffer from tooth decay, research suggests.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 10:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Study: Mouthwashes effective against common dental health problem</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/36433/study-mouthwashes-effective-against-common-dental-health-problem.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Bad breath is a common but potentially embarrassing dental health condition - and many people turn to over-the-counter mouthwashes as a way to combat the odor.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2008 10:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Frequency of candy consumption affects dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/36366/frequency-of-candy-consumption-affects-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[With Halloween around the corner, many dental health professionals have been giving advice to parents concerned about their child's intake of sweet treats.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental health warning about sour candy</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/36339/dental-health-warning-about-sour-candy.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Sugar is not the only threat to children's dental health this Halloween, the California Dental Hygienists' Association warns.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Celebrate dental hygiene month with a dental checkup</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/36299/celebrate-dental-hygiene-month-with-a-dental-checkup.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Families and individuals are being encouraged to visit their dentist to get an update on their oral health, as part of National Dental Hygiene Month, celebrated in October.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 10:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental care week introduces youngsters to dentist</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/36250/dental-care-week-introduces-youngsters-to-dentist.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Dental health is an issue that affects all ages, from the youngest to the oldest.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2008 10:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dentist explains use of fluoride in child dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/36210/dentist-explains-use-of-fluoride-in-child-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[As their babies grow into toddlers, some parents may be wondering about the proper age for introducing fluoride toothpaste into their child's dental care routine.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2008 16:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>New mouth rinse aims to boost kids' dental hygiene</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/36174/new-mouth-rinse-aims-to-boost-kids-dental-hygiene.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A new pre-brushing mouth rinse has been introduced that temporarily tints children's teeth blue, with the aim of piquing their interest in dental care.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental hygiene students enjoy live practice</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/36066/dental-hygiene-students-enjoy-live-practice.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[No amount of theoretical learning about dental hygiene can replace the experience gained from working on a real patient.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 20:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Don't overlook dental health in times of stress, experts warn</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/35958/don-t-overlook-dental-health-in-times-of-stress-experts-warn.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[We all face a variety of pressures in our daily lives, which may cause us to prioritize particular aspects of their health over others.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 20:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Celebrate dental hygiene in October</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/35855/celebrate-dental-hygiene-in-october.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Those who are dedicated to dental health know that every month is full of opportunities to create a brighter smile.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2008 10:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2008</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>New ergonomic dental tool aids cleanings</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/35508/new-ergonomic-dental-tool-aids-cleanings.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A dental instrument that is aimed at providing more comfort to dental hygienists when they are performing ultrasonic scalings has been introduced by DentaVations.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2008 18:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2008</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Tooth Taxi promotes child dental care</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/35447/tooth-taxi-promotes-child-dental-care.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A colorful van known as the Tooth Taxi is travelling Oregon with the aim of improving children's dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 12:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Infant dental care 'is essential'</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/35431/infant-dental-care-is-essential.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Parents should make their child's dental health a priority from a very early age, a pediatric dentist has cautioned.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Kids need a dental check-up 'every six months'</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/35260/kids-need-a-dental-check-up-every-six-months.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Children should go to the dentist to have their teeth examined twice per year, an expert has recommended.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:01:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental-themed rap music aims to reach kids</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/35161/dental-themed-rap-music-aims-to-reach-kids.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A Tennessee dentist is set to release a rap album that deals with issues of a purely dental nature, such as the importance of brushing.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 10:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dentist: Diet is key to good oral health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/35107/dentist-diet-is-key-to-good-oral-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[What and how often a person eats can be as important as brushing and flossing to maintain healthy teeth and gums, a dental professional claims.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 10:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Bad breath 'a common dental problem'</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/35106/bad-breath-a-common-dental-problem.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[People who are trying to treat halitosis (bad breath) should be aware that it could be caused by a variety of factors, an expert advises.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 10:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Over-bushing can damage dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/33984/over-bushing-can-damage-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Most people have been told from a young age that brushing two or three times a day with toothpaste is the way to healthy teeth.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2008 12:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Natural products 'could be beneficial' to dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/33519/natural-products-could-be-beneficial-to-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Most people are aware that eating and drinking processed, sugary products is bad for their dental health, but what about the dangers of using non-natural oral hygiene products?]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental care advice for seniors</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/33030/dental-care-advice-for-seniors.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[As people get older, it becomes increasingly important for them to take extra steps to preserve good dental health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Sweet tooth gene variation discovered</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/32916/sweet-tooth-gene-variation-discovered.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Having a sweet tooth can often cause dental problems, with many lovers of chocolate and soda having to go the dentist for fillings.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2008 18:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental school identifies bad breath bacteria</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/32812/dental-school-identifies-bad-breath-bacteria.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Researchers at a dental school in the UK claim to have discovered families of bacteria that help cause halitosis, or bad breath.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Children's dental health 'needs more attention'</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/32442/children-s-dental-health-needs-more-attention.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Children's dental health is often an overlooked area, Cindy Ehnes, director of California's Department of Managed Health Care, believes.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental hygiene training goes virtual</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/32268/dental-hygiene-training-goes-virtual.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Dental hygiene students at the University of Illinois have been given some high-tech help with their studies.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Toothpaste 'not key' to dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/32267/toothpaste-not-key-to-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Despite the huge variety available, toothpaste may not be as important as most people believe it to be, according to the president of the Florida Dental Association.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Inter-dental cleaning 'key' to a healthy mouth</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/32198/inter-dental-cleaning-key-to-a-healthy-mouth.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Oral health specialists Molar have come up with eight reasons why cleaning between your teeth can help people avoid &quot;dental woes&quot;.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Poor dental health linked to heart disease</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/32127/poor-dental-health-linked-to-heart-disease.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Dentists are warning that poor dental health can lead to periodontal, or gum disease, which in turn can lead to cardiovascular disease and a number of other ailments.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2008 10:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Lollipop claimed to help dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/31794/lollipop-claimed-to-help-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A licorice lolly could help prevent tooth decay by killing bacteria and fungus, its developers say.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2008 8:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Latino children 'more vulnerable' to dental caries</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/31729/latino-children-more-vulnerable-to-dental-caries.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Children of Latino heritage are more likely to develop caries and suffer from poor oral health than children from other ethnic backgrounds, a study has suggested.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 12:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Dental hygiene students learn the importance of good nutrition</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/31702/dental-hygiene-students-learn-the-importance-of-good-nutrition.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Students at the University of Southern California's (USC) Dental Hygiene Program are being taught about the importance of passing on good lifestyle habits to their patients.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Flossing 'tremendously improves' dental health</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/31579/flossing-tremendously-improves-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Flossing is integral to maintaining good dental hygiene, an expert has said.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2008 12:00:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Periodontal disease linked to gestational diabetes </title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/31511/periodontal-disease-linked-to-gestational-diabetes.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A new study has highlighted the importance for pregnant women to maintain healthy teeth and gums before and during pregnancy.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2008 14:00:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Mothers-to-be: Check your teeth </title>
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       <description><![CDATA[Studies have shown that taking care of teeth and gums becomes especially important for expectant mothers, as pregnant women with gingivitis, or inflammation of the gums, are approximately seven times more likely to deliver a premature, low birth-weight baby.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2008 17:05:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Global initiative to reduce childhood dental disease </title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/31385/global-initiative-to-reduce-childhood-dental-disease.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[Dentists from around the world are working together to reduce the incidence of dental disease in children, a problem that affects those in both the poorest and richest of countries.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2008 17:05:30 EST</pubDate>
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       <title>Dental hygiene students become Tooth Fairy trainees</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/31203/dental-hygiene-students-become-tooth-fairy-trainees.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A yearly program to get dental hygienist students up and running with some practice under their belts includes dressing like tooth fairies on their mission to offer better oral health.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2008 14:05:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Cavities plaguing more than half of youngsters </title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/31055/cavities-plaguing-more-than-half-of-youngsters.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[According to the Centers for Disease Control's (CDC's) Division of Health, more than half of children aged five to nine years old have had at least one cavity or filling and 78 percent of 17-year-olds have experienced some kind of tooth decay.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2008 16:05:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>Enamel hypoplasia a concern for children </title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/31054/enamel-hypoplasia-a-concern-for-children.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[When children have a lack of enamel, their growing teeth can become vulnerable to cavities and leave them at risk of poor dental health in the future.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2008 16:05:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2008</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Brushing without flossing a no-no </title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/30961/brushing-without-flossing-a-no-no.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The often-neglected dental floss has received new support from a study that showed that all four types of floss helped remove plaque more effectively than brushing alone.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2008 16:05:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2008</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Oral health preventative services program targets high-need children </title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/30924/oral-health-preventative-services-program-targets-high-need-children.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[A community-based program designed to give initial care to children in need of dental care has been set up in Missouri for its young students and works to get youngsters into the dentist chair for early treatment.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 27 Feb 2008 12:05:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2008</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Children in Hawaii suffer tooth decay</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/30905/children-in-hawaii-suffer-tooth-decay.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The percentage of five-year-old children in the state of Hawaii affected by baby bottle tooth decay (BBTD) is three times higher than the national average.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Tue, 26 Feb 2008 12:05:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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       <title>New power swabs dental stain removal </title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/30839/new-power-swabs-dental-stain-removal.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The Power Swabs Corporation is launching a new dental stain removal and smile enhancement product called Power Swabs.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2008 19:05:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2008</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Wrigley donates $100K to keep kids chewing </title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/30800/wrigley-donates-$100k-to-keep-kids-chewing.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[In honor of the National Children's Dental Health Month this month, the Wrigley Jr.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 20 Feb 2008 12:05:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2008</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Anchorage dentistry offers low-cost services to 'anyone'</title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/30799/anchorage-dentistry-offers-low-cost-services-to-anyone.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[At the UAA Dental Hygience Clinic in Anchorage, Alaska anyone can receive low-cost dentist services at about 20 percent of what regular services cost, even if they do not qualify for low-income or student services.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Wed, 20 Feb 2008 12:05:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2008</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Schools emphasize dental health </title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/30754/schools-emphasize-dental-health.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[One teacher decided she would find a way for her students to learn about better dental health after she realized one of her second-grade students had half of a molar missing.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 18 Feb 2008 15:50:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2008</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>Early dental care advised for youngsters </title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/30752/early-dental-care-advised-for-youngsters.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[While many children may only have one or two teeth to care for or do not seem old enough to need a check-up at the dentist, starting a dental hygiene regimen early in life can do wonders for a youngster's teeth and lifestyle.]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 18 Feb 2008 15:50:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
       <CopyRightYear>2008</CopyRightYear>
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       <title>February: National Children's Dental Health Month </title>
       <link>http://www.dentalplans.com/articles/30748/february-national-children-s-dental-health-month.html</link>
       <description><![CDATA[The American Dental Association (ADA) has designated February as the National Children's Dental Health Month and part of its program is to ensure that children in need receive dental care in the Give Kids A Smile Campaign (GKAS).]]></description>
       <pubDate>Mon, 18 Feb 2008 15:49:30 EST</pubDate>
       <CopyRight>Brafton Inc.</CopyRight>
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