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Dental Insurance 101 (Dental Insurance Plans Vary Significantly)
Steve Thompson DDS is a Plano Dentist. Imagecare Dental serves several thousand patients in the North DFW area. Traditional Dental Insurance was introduced about forty years ago and at that time, the average annual benefit was around $1000. Dentistry has progressed significantly since then, but many plans have not changed this maximum annual benefit. The annual benefits of Dental... (posted by Steve 2 years 209 days ago.)
Steve Thompson DDS is a Plano Dentist. Imagecare Dental serves several thousand patients in the North DFW area. Traditional Dental Insurance was introduced about forty years ago and at that time, the average annual benefit was around $1000. Dentistry has progressed significantly since then, but many plans have not changed this maximum annual benefit. The annual benefits of Dental... (posted by Steve 2 years 209 days ago.)
Establishing Healthy Dental Habits in Children
In the past decade, our society has woken up to the benefits of establishing healthy dental habits at an early age. The question arises, 'how soon should one start and what are some dental habits that one needs to instill in one's children? Children need to start brushing their teeth, twice daily, as soon as they get teeth. At this stage, it is recommended that you use an 'infant' toothbrush and 'no... (posted by Steve 2 years 209 days ago.)
In the past decade, our society has woken up to the benefits of establishing healthy dental habits at an early age. The question arises, 'how soon should one start and what are some dental habits that one needs to instill in one's children? Children need to start brushing their teeth, twice daily, as soon as they get teeth. At this stage, it is recommended that you use an 'infant' toothbrush and 'no... (posted by Steve 2 years 209 days ago.)
Oral Hygiene Curbs Pneumonia Risk In Elderly
Among nursing home residents, having a nursing aide help them maintain good oral hygiene lowers the odds of them dying from pneumonia, a study suggests. Pneumonia is the leading cause of death in elderly nursing home residents, Dr. Carol W. Bassim and colleagues point out in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. "Several studies have shown that poor oral hygiene or inadequate oral care are also... (posted by Steve 2 years 306 days ago.)
Among nursing home residents, having a nursing aide help them maintain good oral hygiene lowers the odds of them dying from pneumonia, a study suggests. Pneumonia is the leading cause of death in elderly nursing home residents, Dr. Carol W. Bassim and colleagues point out in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. "Several studies have shown that poor oral hygiene or inadequate oral care are also... (posted by Steve 2 years 306 days ago.)
Seal the Deal : FAQs: Dental Sealants
In addition to good oral hygiene, including brushing and flossing, there are other ways to protect teeth from decay. Dental sealants can protect teeth and seal them off from decay-causing bacteria. What are dental sealants? Dental sealants are made of plastic and are applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth to prevent decay. The plastic fits into the depressions and grooves (pits and fissures) of... (posted by Steve 2 years 306 days ago.)
In addition to good oral hygiene, including brushing and flossing, there are other ways to protect teeth from decay. Dental sealants can protect teeth and seal them off from decay-causing bacteria. What are dental sealants? Dental sealants are made of plastic and are applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth to prevent decay. The plastic fits into the depressions and grooves (pits and fissures) of... (posted by Steve 2 years 306 days ago.)
Tot Toothbrushes Promote Good Brushing Habits
Many parents don't know that children's teeth must be cleaned as soon as they start coming in. What they also may not know is that traditional toothbrushes may not be safe for toddlers to use themselves because they can be overinserted in the mouth or even swallowed. Today, safer toddler toothbrushes are available that prevent the build-up of plaque and bacteria. Using toddler toothbrushes can help children... (posted by Steve 2 years 309 days ago.)
Many parents don't know that children's teeth must be cleaned as soon as they start coming in. What they also may not know is that traditional toothbrushes may not be safe for toddlers to use themselves because they can be overinserted in the mouth or even swallowed. Today, safer toddler toothbrushes are available that prevent the build-up of plaque and bacteria. Using toddler toothbrushes can help children... (posted by Steve 2 years 309 days ago.)
Burning Mouth Syndrome in Middle-Aged Women
More than 1 million adults in the United States, mostly women in their postmenopausal years, are affected by a poorly understood and difficult-to-diagnose condition known as burning mouth syndrome (BMS). The chronic disorder is characterized by pain and a burning sensation in the lips, palate and tongue. It is sometimes accompanied by dry mouth, thirst, altered taste perception, changes in eating habits... (posted by Steve 2 years 309 days ago.)
More than 1 million adults in the United States, mostly women in their postmenopausal years, are affected by a poorly understood and difficult-to-diagnose condition known as burning mouth syndrome (BMS). The chronic disorder is characterized by pain and a burning sensation in the lips, palate and tongue. It is sometimes accompanied by dry mouth, thirst, altered taste perception, changes in eating habits... (posted by Steve 2 years 309 days ago.)
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