Question: I have a two year old that will need to start going to the dentist for dental check ups. I do not get dental insurance though my job only medical. Can I get dental insurance just for my son as I do not really need it. Answer: There are some dental insurance that will … Read more
Pediatric dentists are the pediatricians of dentistry. A pediatric dentist has two to three years specialty training following dental school and limits his/her practice to treating children only. Pediatric dentists are primary and specialty oral care providers for infants and children through adolescence, including those with special health needs.
In a prior post we talked about how dental insurance benefits may not cover for specialist and the dental insurance plans that do will normally offer less coverage for specialist then they do for family/general dentist. It is especially important to keep in mind when you have children under that age of five. Since many … Read more
Question: I have dental insurance for my family though my job. I took my two year old to the dentist for basic check up and simple cleaning which was supposed to be free. Yet I got a bill for $ 125.36. I do not get why this is the case when preventive services are no … Read more
Question: When should I take my child to the dentist for the first check-up? Answer: The suggested advise is that your child should see a pediatric dentist when the first tooth appears, or no later than his/her first birthday.
Question: I have a two year old that will need to start going to the dentist for dental check ups. I do not get dental insurance though my job only medical. Can I get dental insurance just for my son as I do not really need it. Answer: There are some dental insurance that will … Read more
Question: I have a two year old that will need to start going to the dentist for dental check ups. I do not get dental insurance though my job only medical. Can I get dental insurance just for my son as I do not really need it. Answer: There are some dental insurance that will … Read more
Many people suffer with bad breath and although food can be a direct reason why some may have bad breath for the day what about chronic bad breath. Some reasons for chronic bad breath are: Dry MouthSmokingRoutine illnesses: such as colds, sore throats, coughs and sinus infectionsPoor Dental HygieneGum DiseaseTooth DecayChronic Diseases or ConditionsMedications … Read more
Generally speaking the cost to have a root canal and a crown can run as high $2000. In most cases the dentist is going to want his money at the time of service are render. So what are some options if you do not have that kind of money for dental care? You may want … Read more
A new ingredient in toothpaste, developed by dentists, called Novamin, can dramatically reduce teeth sensitivity. Teeth become sensitive when gum tissue recedes,or tooth enamel wear down exposing a tooth’s roots. Roots contain small holes or tubules that lead to nerves. Novamin plugs up the holes cutting off contact with nerves and eliminating pain.
Warning signs that you may have gum disease would be bleeding gums when you brush your teeth, or bad breath. Both of these conditions are indicators of gum disease and should be check by your dentist. Studies show that gum disease can provoke heart disease, stroke, diabetes and may worsen osteoporosis. Do not ignore the … Read more
In the US more then 1 million adults are affected by burning mouth syndrome. BMS effects mostly women in their postmenopausal years, BMW is poorly understood and difficult to diagnose condition. Burning Mouth Syndrome is a chronic disorder that is characterized by pain and burning sensation in the lips, palate and tongue. BMS is sometimes … Read more
One of the more common postoperative complication for a tooth extraction is dry Socket. Dry socket can delay the normal healing process and results when the newly formed blood clot in the extraction site does not form correctly or is prematurely lost. This blood clot lays the foundation for new tissue and bone to develop … Read more
According to a report in the May/June 2004 issue of General Dentistry, dentist may be able to spots the early signs of osteoporosis. Osteoporosis, is a disease that decreases bone density and weakens bones. Osteoporosis affects around 10 million people. In addition, more than one-third of females over age 65 display signs and symptoms of … Read more
For women their oral health depends on their different stages of life. Studies show that for many women life stages such as, puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, lactation and menopause can effect oral health. In order to avoid dental problems, your dentist may request to see you more frequently during stages of your life when hormone levels … Read more
According to recent studies men go to the dentist less often then their women counterparts. There are many factors for this. Many men do not see a reason to go to the dentist unless they are having larger dental issues that need to be address. Other men feel they do not have the time for … Read more
According to an online poll of 289 general dentist and consumers confirms that men are less likely to visit the dentist then women. That nearly 45 percent of respondents felt that men do not see a need to go to the dentist. About 30 percent polled reported that men may be afraid or embarrassed to … Read more