Shiver me timbers, matey! On September 19th, we celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day! Ye landlubbers wouldn’t know it, but there may have been a reason the scallywags of the 7 seas downed so much grog: their oral health habits were atrocious! Avast! Ye better be … [Read more...]
Dental Procedures: The “Root” of All Evil?
Your teeth have been killing you so you head to the dentist to investigate the pain. After your appointment, your dentist gives you the bad news—you have an infected tooth. At this point, it’s safe to say you’re not jumping for joy. Your dentist will likely give you two … [Read more...]
Exercise: The Fountain of Youth
Have you ever heard the phrase, “You’re as young as you feel?” If you find yourself feeling your age (or older!), it might be time to get active! Even though there are no roadmaps to good health, starting and maintaining an active schedule can contribute to healthier bones, a … [Read more...]
Dental Benefit Categories and Coverages
Many dental plans offer three categories of coverage. Each category provides specific types of treatment and typically covers those treatments at a certain percentage. Each category also specifies limitations and exclusions. Reimbursement levels vary from plan to plan, so be … [Read more...]
Five Reasons to Floss
Are you worried your dentist will ask if you floss, or worse, that he or she already knows you don’t? Your teeth and gums don’t lie. Here are five reasons to change your ways and get in the habit of flossing. 1. Two is better than one – brush and floss together: The soft … [Read more...]
