You probably already know that maintaining good oral health is crucial for your overall well-being. One common dental condition is gingivitis (the early stage of gum disease) where you experience inflammation within your gums. When left untreated, gingivitis can progress into a more severe form of periodontal disease that can harm your smile. Gingivitis arises as plaque, a sticky film... read more »
When it comes to your routine dental visits, just how often should you be going? And is it the same for children, teens, adults and seniors alike? The answer might surprise you! You can't keep your teeth and gums healthy without regular dental visits supplementing daily oral hygiene care. Q. So who should go to regular dental checkups? A. Everyone... read more »
The end of the year is right around the corner, and it's coming fast. Before you know it, you'll be ringing in a new year where your dental benefits start all over again. If you still have unused benefits for this year, now is the time to get the most out of your plan, starting with a call to our... read more »
Do you have dental anxiety and tend to put off visiting the dentist? While it might be tempting to delay routine dental checkups or needed treatment, don't do it! The longer you wait to get needed dental care, the more it will take to fix tooth and gum issues. If you find yourself with any of the following signs, please... read more »
Dental fillings have come a long way since beeswax was used thousands of years ago and amalgam fillings (made with a mix of metals such as silver and mercury) have been used for more than 100 years now to repair teeth with cavities. Gold, porcelain, silver amalgam or composite resin fillings are popular today. Don’t Ignore That Cavity Cavities don't... read more »
Learn Why People Are Afraid of the Dentist And What We Can Do About It! Many people don't enjoy going to the dentist, mostly because they fear pain and worry they will experience some during their treatment. That's a shame because a healthy smile doesn't just benefit your appearance, chewing, and speaking ability, but boosts your overall health as well.... read more »
