Question: my son is only four month with no teeth yet. However I want to take him to a dentist I know but she only take PPO dental insurance plans. Should I get the PPO plan now or when he has teeth ? Answer: Well that is up to you and what you feel will … Read more
Vitamin C does not prevent colds and only slightly reduces their length and severity. A 2013 review of scientific literature found that taking vitamin C regularly did not reduce the likelihood of getting a cold but was linked to small improvements in cold symptoms. In studies in which people took vitamin C only after they … Read more
Question: Are baby teeth really that important to my child? Answer: Your child primary teeth or what we call “baby,” teeth are important for many reasons. Not only do they help children speak clearly and chew naturally, they also aid in forming a path that permanent teeth can follow when they are ready to erupt. … Read more
Question: Do I really need to have dental insurance for my two year old? I take good care of her teeth I do not see any reason for dental insurance. Answer: I believe now in California you are required to have dental insurance on your children but not yourself. Yet putting that aside, In … Read more
Zinc taken orally (by mouth) may help to treat colds, but it can cause side effects and interact with medicines. Zinc is available in two forms—oral zinc (e.g., lozenges, tablets, syrup) and intranasal zinc (e.g., swabs and gels). A 2015 analysis of clinical trials found that oral zinc helps to reduce the length of colds … Read more
Vaccination is the best protection against getting the flu. Starting in 2010, the Federal Government’s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recommended annual flu vaccination for all people aged 6 months and older. There is currently no strong scientific evidence that any natural product is useful against the flu.
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