I live in California and am looking for dental insurance. What are some excellent dental insurance companies to get dental insurance with? Answer: There are several excellent dental insurance companies to consider, depending on your needs and budget. Some of the top dental insurance providers are Delta Dental, Cigna, Humana, MetLife, and UnitedHealthcare. Each of … Read more
We offer over 30 dental insurance plans from several different insurance companies. Out of our dental insurance plan options, more than half are dental PPO insurance plans. We are giving you a broad range to review and choose from. Our member services at 310-534-3444 are here to help you if you have any questions about … Read more
Medicare is a government-funded health insurance program for people over 65 with specific disabilities or end-stage renal disease. It is divided into parts – A, B, C, and D – each covering different aspects of healthcare services. While Medicare Part A covers hospital insurance, Part B covers medical insurance, which includes doctor visits, outpatient care, … Read more
Question: What is affordable dental insurance? Dental insurance is a type of insurance coverage that helps to cover the cost of dental services. It’s an essential component of overall health coverage, as good oral health is critical for overall health and well-being. Affordable dental insurance in California is a popular topic of discussion for many people. … Read more
Question: Costco sells a Delta Dental plan, Delta Care, but you have to be a member of Costco, which I am not. I know about it because my friend told me. Can I get this plan or one like it for myself? Answer: We offer Delta Care HMO plans for individuals to buy directly. I can’t say … Read more
Medicare Part B provides coverage for many routine and preventative services – some of which may be surprising, like bariatric surgery. However, strict medical criteria must be met before being approved for gastric bypass surgery and laparoscopic banding surgery. Check out the numerous services covered through Medicare Part B: Medical services covered:
Partial or Single Tooth Implant: The procedure will be less invasive if all you need is a single tooth replacement. For one, you will only need one fixture, so there will be less stress on the jawbone and you. Here is the procedure. A hole is drilled for implant insertion. A titanium screw-type device is placed … Read more
I have no tooth pain but have not been to the dentist in over two years since I got removed from my parent’s dental insurance policy. My teeth are fine, but my mom told me to see the dentist, saying I could have cavities. Should I go? Reply: Short answer: yes, you should see a … Read more
Parents are frequently concerned about the noise they hear their kids’ teeth making at night. There are several theories surrounding why kids often grind their teeth at night. The two most common are; stress due to changes in the environment (home, school, etc.) and pressure in the inner ears at night. Either way, most kids … Read more
What are the benefits of dental X-rays? In a prior post, we discussed dental X-rays and their low radiation levels. Knowing the low dose may help put into perspective the importance of dental X-rays and how they help the dentist provide you with the best dental health care. With X-rays, the dentist is about to … Read more
The annual maximum occupational exposure for radiation workers in the United States is 5,000 millirems (measure for radiation). When you spread low doses out over a period of time, it is not as destructive to the body because it has time to recover. To help put this in perspective to dental X-rays, you would need … Read more
How to apply for Medicaid in California: Contact your State Medical Assistance (Medicaid) office: You can Call the Medi-Cal Helpline: at 800-541-5555 or 916-636-1980 or visit these websites for information: For states other than California, you may want to visit: https://www.medicaid.gov/about-us/beneficiary-resources/index.html#statemenu for helpful information
Pediatric dentists specialize in taking care of babies and young kids. After dental school, they do extra years of training to dedicate themselves to working with children. Babies, toddlers, and adolescents all need unique approaches to dental care, and seeing a Pediatric dentist provides them with the added dental care services they may need.
Sippy cups are good training tools to help your child transition from a baby bottle to a cup. However, like with a baby bottle, if your child continues to use a sippy cup throughout the day, fill it with water only (unless at mealtime). Prolonged exposure to liquids containing sugars will promote the cavity-causing bacteria … Read more
Baby bottle tooth decay, or BBTD, is a severe condition resulting from prolonged exposure of your infant’s teeth to liquid containing sugar. These liquids include milk, breast milk, formula, juice, and other sweetened drinks. Putting your infant to sleep, whether for a nap or bedtime, with a baby bottle containing anything other than water can … Read more
Question: What does Medicaid helps pay for? Reply: If you have Medicare and qualify for full Medicaid coverage:
When babies are born, they typically have around 20 teeth partly formed inside the gums. The front two, lower first and then upper, are the first to erupt between 6-12 months of age. By age 3, most kids have a set of 20 primary teeth in their mouths. The American Dental Association recommends scheduling your … Read more