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Bone Grafting for Dental Implants
Did you know that bone grafting is a routine part of dentistry? It is often used to build up areas of tooth-supporting bone after a tooth extraction or before dental implants are placed.
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Can I use a dental savings plan with insurance?
Dental insurance, specifically PPO plans – typically have a spending limit of $1,000–$1,500 per year, though it can be higher. Once your dental bills reach that amount, you need to pay out of your pocket for dental care until the next plan year. And you’ll need to continue to pay your monthly premiums as well.…
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Cheap Dental Insurance: Coverage, Choices, and Cautions
When it comes to dental health, having insurance can help you reduce the often-steep costs of major dental procedures, like root canals, crowns, bridges, and dentures. But if you’re choosing your own dental insurance, it can be hard to figure out what plan really is right for you. It’s natural to want to choose the…
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Seven Tips to Spring Clean Your Teeth Cleaning Routine
Whether it’s already warm where you live or still feels like winter, you’re probably thinking about balmy breezes, longer evenings, and spring cleaning. And as you get your home in shape for spring, don’t forget your teeth! If you haven’t seen your dental hygienist lately, now is the perfect time to book an appointment.
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Does Getting Your Teeth Cleaned Hurt?
Sometimes it’s not the cost of dental care that keeps people from going to the dentist for preventive treatments. It’s fear of experiencing pain. Why pay good money just to get hurt? But the longer you delay getting a professional cleaning, the more uncomfortable the process can be.
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What You Need to Know About Oral Cancer
Cancer is always a difficult topic to read about. But it’s important to know the symptoms and monitor your health so that you can catch any potential problems early.
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A Chipped Tooth? How Serious Is It?
The most common type of dental injury is a chipped tooth. Fortunately, chips in teeth are usually quite easy to repair with dental bonding, veneers or crowns.
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How Much Bacteria is in Your Mouth?
Bacteria is a huge part of the oral microbiome — also known as the mouth’s ecosystem. A single mouth can be home to more than 6 billion bacteria. While that number may raise an eyebrow, getting to know the organisms that live behind your lips will help you manage your oral health more effectively.
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What to do About Loose Teeth in Children and Babies
When a child has a loose tooth, it’s time to alert the tooth fairy; when an adult has one, it’s time to see the dentist. Find out what to do in either situation.
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7 Bad Habits That Can Destroy Your Teeth
Practicing good oral hygiene is a great way to keep your teeth and gums healthy. However, some bad dental habits can wreak havoc on your oral health. Here are seven of the worst dental habits and how you can stop them.
