We love it when our child has our eyes or our partner’s dimples. But, children don’t only inherit our good traits. They can take on our bad habits, too, like poor dental hygiene practices. Parents with anxiety or fear of the dentist are more likely to have kids with … [Read more...]
Keeping Kids in Mind for Dental Plan Design
Quality dental care is essential for a child’s well-being. The research supports our view: Cavities are the single most common chronic disease among children. Untreated decay affects 19.5% of 2 to 5 year olds and 22.9% of 6 to 19 year olds. Dental disease can affect a child’s … [Read more...]
Preventive Care & Your Dental Plan
Do you have dental benefits? If so, preventive dental benefits are likely covered in your plan. Make sure you use them – they’ll keep you smiling long after that trip to the dentist. See your dentist regularly. Most plans cover dental exams and cleanings every six months. … [Read more...]