You pay premiums for it every month, and you vaguely understand that it’s important, but do you really understand how your dental insurance works? If the technical-sounding language that dental insurance companies use confuses you, you’re not alone. Many patients don’t fully understand the ins and outs of their plans, and end up overpaying for their dental care as a result. Continue reading to learn five tips on how to maximize dental insurance benefits and make the most of your coverage.  

You’ve probably spent weeks thinking about all of the yummy dishes you’re going to be eating at Thanksgiving dinner. Many classic Thanksgiving foods are certainly delicious, but several of them can discolor your teeth if you’re not careful. Keep reading to learn five classic Thanksgiving items that can stain your teeth, as well as what you can do to keep your smile shining brightly this holiday season.

It’s normal for your teeth encounter some general wear and tear over the years, but there are certain habits and activities that can speed this up and even cause you to encounter a dental emergency. For many habits, the correlation is obvious, but for others, you may not even realize that you’re doing anything wrong. Your dentist shares some of the worst daily activities for your smile. Don’t do these things if you want to prevent future oral health issues.

Now that the spooky season is here, you are probably preparing your costume and getting ready for the heaps of candy that will somehow find their way into your home. Even though there is nothing wrong with you and your kids indulging in a few Halloween sweets, it’s important to be aware of the effects it can have on your smile. No one in your family wants to spend extra time in the dental chair having cavities filled. Here are some Halloween candy tips that can help you navigate this exciting holiday.

Everyone knows that teeth are very helpful when it comes to chewing your food and eating. However, you probably don’t think about the other ways that your teeth impact oral health and other functions. Unless you have experienced tooth loss, you may not realize how important your teeth are for a variety of different things. Continue reading to learn more from your dentist about the things you wouldn’t be able to do as easily if you didn’t have any teeth.