Dental Insurance is a type of insurance that offers a benefit for dental services. Many people wonder if dental insurance is something they should purchase. Unfortunately, the answer is not that simple. Dental Insurance Pros can reduce out of pocket costs. If your insurance pays a high percentage of treatment, then your out-of-pocket costs are…
When life gets busy or money gets tight, it is easy to put off dental hygiene appointments. Many patients view these appointments as “just a cleaning.” Conversely, your dental hygiene appointment is much more than that! Dental cleaning appointments involve more than just cleaning teeth. Your cleaning appointment is really an oral health appointment. The…
Are you concerned you have a cavity? Are you having symptoms or noticing changes in your teeth but unsure of the cause? Let’s look at some common signs and symptoms of tooth decay. Sensitivity to hot/cold/sweets Tooth sensitivity is often a sign of tooth decay. This sensitivity can include sensitivity to hot, cold, or even…
When life gets busy or money gets tight, it is easy to put off dental hygiene appointments. Many patients view these appointments as “just a cleaning.” Conversely, your dental hygiene appointment is much more than that! Dental cleaning appointments involve more than just cleaning teeth. Your cleaning appointment is really an oral health appointment. The…
We are always told that sugar is bad for our teeth, but why? What’s the big deal? We also know that sugar causes tooth decay, but how? Let’s explore how sugar affects our teeth and the reasons to limit sugar in our daily diet. How Sugar Causes Tooth Decay Surprisingly, it is not sugar itself…