We offer dental discount plans though Aetna,  Careington and New Dental Choice. Dental discount plans are a good low cost dental plan option.  They do not have many of the limitations that many dental insurance plans may come with.

Many of our dental discount plans start within the next business day of your on line enrollment. Which is very good for those people that are in dental pain since they can see a dentist right away.  Dental discount plans are not for everyone.  But they are a good way to reduce all your dental needs at a very affordable cost.

When deciding between dental discount plans carefully review their fee schedules.  The fee schedules show the discount prices on what you pay for each dental service listed.  You also want to make sure there is a dentist in the dental plan you want to go to.  Since there is no outside network benefits. I suggest calling the dentist listed and confirming they are still accepting the plan as well as new members.

Acid Reflux is relatively a common condition that many people are dealing with. Acid Reflux is when the stomach acid are refluxed up, which can cause problems to your esophagus as well as your oral health and teeth if left untreated.

With regards to the one oral health care acid reflux can cause enamel erosion. Which can lead to tooth decay and other dental issues.  Acid reflux can also cause bad breath issues.  So it is not only important to speak to a doctor when dealing with acid reflux but also talk to your dentist.

Let your dentist know that you are dealing with acid reflux.  That way they will know to check more carefully for signs of tooth enamel erosion as well as wear on fillings. You may want to see a dentist more the just twice a year if you have constant acid reflux issues.  Stomach acid will quickly damage teeth if you do not stay on top of your oral health care.  So see a doctor for help in controlling your acid reflux and see a dentist regular to maintain your teeth health.

In Los Angeles California and I am looking for a good dental care plan for my child.  I need a dental plan that is low in cost since I am living on a very fixed income.  If possible I would like to get the plan for just my child but if you have a dental care plan that is affordable for two I would like to be able to review that option as well.   I do not know much if anything about dental insurance but if we can keep it under $30 a month that would work well for me and my budget.

I currently  live in Washington and I have a family of four.  I have a three year old daughter  and a two year son they both need to go for their first dental appointment.  My wife and I have been paying cash for our own dental needs but I feel it time to get a dental plan that can help use cut our dental cost.  Can you tell me what is your best dental plan in Washington?

Do you offer any dental with vision health care insurance plans.?  I need to have both detnal and vision insurance right now.  I have nothing and I would like to start taking better care of my oral and eye care health.  I would need something affordable as I really can not spend to much for dental and vision.  It would be great if I could keep it under 30 a  month.  What do you have that you could suggest to me?

Dental Health Care needed in New Jersey.  I am 34 and  I work a full time job but it does not offer dental benefits.  I can not seem to be able to get affordable dental care.   Even though I have a job I  only make enough to live off of .   My teeth are not terrible shape  but they do need dental care that I can not afford to have done.  What low cost dental care plans do you have to offer that can help me?

My current dentist that I been seeing only accepts dental PPO insurance plans.  Due to a recent job change I no longer have my dental benefits.  I do not want to change my dental provider so I am looking for a dental PPO plan that I can buy as an individual.

I receive dental benefits though my employer however the dental plan is very limited and does not cover the dental care that I need.  I a hoping to find a dental health insurance plan that would be better for all other basic dental care and that is still low in cost so I can afford to buy it.  Can you please advise me of your best dental plan in Texas?

For some people their tooth can become sensitive for a days  after having a filling. There are many reason why this can happen but the most common reason is that part of the tooth and all of the dental decay must be removed for a filling to be placed. In some cases, this procedure can cause sensitivity in the tooth. As a general rule, the deeper the cavity and closer to the tooth nerve, the more likely there will be discomfort after the dental procedure.  If the pain last for over a week it is advise to go back to the dentist to have the tooth re-evaluated.

There are much better ways of delivering fluoride then having it added to city drinking water.  The fact is the vast majority of fluoride added to water supplies is wasted.  Over 99% of tap water is not actually consumed by a human being. It is used instead to wash cars, water the lawn, wash dishes, flush toilets, You pet drinking water and so on.

When water fluoridation began back in the 1940s and 50s, dentists believed that fluoride needed to be swallowed in order to be most effective. This belief, however, has now been discredited by an extensive research.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, fluoride’s predominant effect is posteruptive and topical. This means any benefits that accrue from the use of fluoride, come from the direct application of fluoride to the outside of teeth, and not from ingestion. There is no need, therefore, to expose all other tissues to fluoride by swallowing it

If your gums bleed when you are brushing or flossing your teeth you should take note and talk to your dentist about your gum health.  Bleeding gums are one of the warning sings of gum disease.

Other signs of gum disease would include:
Red, Swollen or Tender Gums
Sores in your mouth gums that have pulled away from the teeth
Persistent bad breath
Loose or separating teeth

Periodontal/Gum Disease is second only to cavities in dental care services needed.

A report done by W.K. Kellogg Foundation and DentaQuest Institute, stated that  quality improvement efforts in organized dentistry and throughout the health care system offer opportunities to increase access to care and improve and maintain the oral health of the U.S. Population.

Current research proves that up to 30% of the population may be genetically susceptible to periodontal /gum disease.  That for these people, despite having good oral care habits, they may still be six times more likely to develop periodontal disease. Being able to identifying these people with a genetic test before they even show signs of gum disease, will help them keep their teeth for a lifetime.

 Many people still thing that tooth loss is a natural part of aging.   However, by having proper oral hygiene/dental habits and by seeing a dentist regularly you can maintain your teeth for a lifetime. It is when a person does not have good oral hygiene/dental habits and does not see a dentist regular that a person can develop periodontal/gum disease which can lead to tooth loss.  Perodontal disease is the primary cause of tooth loss in adults 35 and over.

People now have healthier mouths then they did ten years ago, on average e have fewer cavities and people are keeping their teeth longer. The decline in dental decay was larger in kids but the down wards trend is in every age group.

Over the past last ten years the proportion of seniors age 60 who’d lost all their teeth had decreased from 33% to 25%.

Use of dental sealant was up 64%.  30% of kids had had at least one sealed tooth

However for Smokers:  Smokers still remain three times more likely than non-smokers to lose all their teeth.  This figure has not changed from a decade ago.

British scientist warned back in 2010 that dental X-rays given to millions of Britons every year may increase the risk of of thyroid cancer.

Researchers found that patients who had been X-rayed by their dentist at least ten times were more likely to develop the disease.  They warn that X-rays should not be given at check-ups or when registering new patients and that dental X-rays should be only be prescribed when the patient has a specific clinical need.

With rates of thyroid cancer more than doubling in 30 years, the scientists said that the potential dangers of dental X-rays were often overlooked.

According to a new study the high acidity levels in apples can damage your teeth if eat slowly. That drinks most often associated with dietary erosion, such as cola, showed no increased risk.

The study results emphasize that dietary advice should be targeted at strong acids rather than some of the commonly consumed soft drinks. People who ate apples were 3.7 times more likely to have dentine damage, while carbonated drink consumers had no additional risk.

Because of a recent job change I no longer have dental insurance.  It is very important that I maintain dental insurance and dental care for my over all  health care needs.  I am living with diabetes and because of my diabetes I have dental problems that always  need to be address.

I have problems mostly with my gums but I also get many cavities due to being a diabetic.  I have to see my dentist every three months just so I can keep my teeth in good shape.  So I would like to know if getting dental insurance is going to be a problem with having diabetes?

Also I do not want to change dentist since mine knows about my diabetes and I like the way he takes care of me.  I do not know where to look for dental insurance and I want to make sure I will be covered for my future dental needs

I was just notified by my employer that we  will no longer be offer dental benefits as of  June.  It was stated that it was becoming to costly for him to offer it.   I did not know that your job could drop the dental benefits.

I am upset about this because I take good care of my teeth and go to the dentist under my plan two to three times a year.  I was having  $20.00 a pay check being taken out for my dental plan,  can I get good dental insurance on my own for $20.00 a month?