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Redheads More Susceptible to Dental Pain
Updated: 2/18/2020 If you have red hair, you might want to go ahead and ask for extra anesthetic at the dentist's office. Studies show that not only are redheads more likely to experience sensitivity even after receiving painkiller, they also tend to have more dental...
How to Interview a Dentist
Updated: 2/18/2020 Going to the dentist can be a nerve-wracking occasion. It's even scarier the first time you visit a particular dentist, as you may not know what to expect. For this reason, it's very important that you are comfortable with your dentist. If you are...
Recovery Tips for a Tooth Extraction
Updated: 2/19/2020 Recovering from teeth removal can sometimes be more difficult than a patient expects. Modern dentistry has made the actual procedure efficient and relatively painless, but it doesn't end there in the dentist's office. These steps can help ensure...
How Dental Costs are Determined
Updated: 2/19/2020 One of the biggest questions when going to the dentist is: What will it cost? Sometimes the prices seem astronomical, and it may be confusing why one filling is $100 and another is $400. Wouldn't it be helpful to know how dentists calculate their...
2011 Edition – Top 10 Dentists in Social Media
Updated: 2/19/2020 So you know how to drill a maxillary central incisor in 2 minutes flat and you can wield a double-end explorer with finesse, but can you Tweet the latest dental news or pore through Facebook page analytics without missing a beat? These dentists can....
Study Shows That Gum Disease Could Cause Anemia
Updated: 2/19/2020 New studies show that severe gum disease not only increases the risk for cardiovascular disease and diabetes, it could also lead to anemia. What is Anemia? Anemia is a blood disorder often caused by lack of red blood cells or hemoglobin and...
Wisdom Teeth Removal
What You Need to Know About Required Procedures and How Much You Can Save with 1Dental As wisdom teeth begin to come in, there are several unknowns about the decision for extraction, the surgery itself and the cost of the procedure. Many people are unaware of when or...
Do You Have Computer Vision Syndrome?
Updated: 2/21/2020 Driving home after work you have to shake your head every now and then to keep from zoning out. Your eyes can't really focus, so you keep looking around to keep the road from completely blurring. You're getting a headache, and your neck hurts as you...
Is Your Toothbrush Ruining Your Teeth?
Updated: 2/21/2020 The toothbrush. The most essential and basic dental health tool. Most of us have been brushing our teeth since we were small, but did you ever stop to think that the toothbrush you use could be damaging your teeth even as you scrub away the plaque?...
How to Make Fake Teeth in 30 Seconds
Have you ever wondered what you would look like if you didn't go to the dentist? This quick video shows an easy trick to startle your friends and loved ones over the breakfast table. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-a3pQf_HuGQ&rel=0 Have you ever tried this prank?...
Controversial Dentistry: The Ozone Method
Updated: 2/24/2020 The ozone isn't just a layer in our atmosphere, according to some dentists in the UK and around the world. Ozone therapy is a controversial method used by some dentists as a quick way to drill and fill cavities. Some say the FDA has banned it, while...
Allcare Dental and Dentures Closes Down Nationally
Updated: 2/24/2020 The Allcare Dental & Dentures corporation shut down unexpectedly on Monday, Jan. 3. Patients arriving for treatment were greeted by signs on the doors with no prior notification of the shocking news. Employees were notified just as suddenly with...
Sesame Oil: The New Mouthwash?
Updated: 2/24/2020 Dentists often recommend that patients swish daily with mouthwash to keep the mouth fresh and kill any bacteria left over after brushing the teeth. A method originating in India, however, claims that swishing different types of oil can accomplish...
AARP Dental Plans for Seniors
While Medicare may be the first option that comes to mind, it does not actually help with most senior dental care needs. Luckily, new dental plans for seniors are available to make it easier to afford both routine and emergency dental care throughout your retirement years. AARP dental insurance is one well-established option, but many seniors are opting for dental savings plans instead.
Texas Dental Insurance & Alternative Care Options to Save Money
With the incomes of most Texans shaky at best, vital healthcare costs, including dental expenses, are increasingly hard to bear. Traditional dental insurance policies are proving either to be inadequate or nonexistent for the vast majority of Texans due to high deductibles, low maximums, and long waiting periods.
Yet, like most of us, you probably recognize the importance of visiting your dentist regularly. Fortunately, there are numerous insurances for dental in Texas that can cut costs. Read on for more info about the dental insurance alternatives that can save you substantially.
