Posts Tagged ‘Dentistry’
Thursday, July 29th, 2010
Good health for kids can start with good dental care.
A new study by the University at Buffalo found a connection between children’s dental health and their likeliness of being overweight. The study showed that 2-to 5-year-olds who had cavities in their baby teeth that required intense intervention had much greater odds (28%) than other children of being too heavy or obese.
The study offered more conclusive evidence of the connection between dental health and obesity, beyond the already existing anecdotal observations by health professionals who treat overweight youngsters with tooth decay.
The survey also found that only 33% of mothers considered oral health as a “concern” for their toddlers.
Perhaps dental professionals can recommended to the parents of these patients that they also see a nutritionist.
Pediatric dentists recognize that young children often experience angst and dread when faced with a dental appointment. Visit DentalPlans.com to find ways to make dental care visits fun and enjoyable for kids.
Tags: Children, dental care, Dental caries, dental health, dental insurance, dental plans, Dentistry, Health, obesity, University at Buffalo The State University of New York
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Wednesday, July 28th, 2010
DentalPlans.com made headlines in Minnesota’s Star Tribune for helping people receive deep discounts on dental care.
The story profiles a woman who was stuck between a rock and a hard place. Her dentist told her she needed to have a $2,000 dental procedure. She didn’t have dental insurance. Even if she did, she would have had at least a 12 month waiting period, not to mention deductibles, costly insurance premiums, and annual plan limitations.
She purchased a discount dental plan and saved about $800 on the dental procedure she needed — for a low annual membership fee of about $100. The plan activated in only three days, so she could receive immediate care at a discounted rate.
We’re happy to hear stories like these that have happy endings. If you have a positive story or testimonial for our services, let us know!
Tags: dental care, dental insurance, dental plans, Dentistry, discount dental plans, Health, Insurance, Minnesota, Star Tribune
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Wednesday, July 28th, 2010
In an effort to curb immediate spending, many patients are delaying necessary dental care that can be costly down the road.
The economic climate is still touchy and bleak for many, and it has forced many Americans to put off dental treatment. When you consider the link between gum disease and major medical health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, and diabetes, it becomes apparent that regular dental visits are just as important as regularly seeing a physician.
Receiving preventative care and taking care of small problems before they become big problems actually pays off. According to Oral Health America, the cost of preventative dental treatment is 10 times less than the cost of managing symptoms of dental disease in a hospital emergency room.
Since 1999, DentalPlans.com has made dental care accessible and affordable for its thousands of members. DentalPlans.com offers an impressive selection 30+ discount dental plans to individuals, families, and groups. Plan members receive deep discounts on the dental care they need from a dentist they know and trust. DentalPlans.com is proud to provide affordable alternatives to dental insurance.
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Monday, July 26th, 2010
Many consumers fall prey to the lure of balanced, healthy, sugar-free snacks. It’s easy to reason that these good-for-the-body treats would also be good for dental health.
But buyer beware: consumer activists are now speaking out about the harmful acidic content of these sugar-free snacks, which have been touted as healthy alternatives to sweets and chocolate. Convenience foods are now considered the principal cause of increasing rates of tooth decay among young children across the world.
Snacks such as Kellogg’s Nutri Grain bars are high in harmful acids that weaken tooth enamel and make teeth more vulnerable to decay. While these occasional treats will not harm dental health, eating sugary and acidic foods and drinks regularly will eventually cause the enamel to erode and become damaged.
Parents can help combat the effects of tempting, harmful snacks by encouraging their kids to eat a healthy and balanced diet and maintain good oral hygiene.
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Friday, July 23rd, 2010
Clever advertising and dental care offices unite to bring you this very important message: The calcium in milk can be very beneficial to dental health.
This message is being relayed in a series of TV commercials that feature the make-believe Mootopia, where all of the residents reap the benefits that milk brings to their dental health.
But what is a good story without a little drama? Enter trouble in the paradise of Mootopia.
One dentist who lives in Mootopia has no patients and nothing to do because –alas—all of the residents of Mootopia drink their milk, and therefore, they are all in perfect dental health.
These commercials, part of the “Got Milk?” campaign for the California Milk Processor Board, are being aired in dentist’s offices in California markets, the New York Times reports. According to the milk board, it is their first time using dental offices to distribute commercials, which were created by Goodby, Silverstein & Partners of the Omnicom Group.
What do you think? Would you like to see these entertaining “Got milk?” commercials in your dentist’s office?
Tags: dental care, dental health, dental plans, Dentistry, Got Milk?, Health, Milk
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Friday, July 23rd, 2010
Many of you participated in our recent dental care survey. The results are in – thanks for giving us your opinion!
This is how you responded to the question, “Which is worse for your dental health?”
0% said sugar gum
25% said soda
17% said smoking
58% said not visiting your dentist regularly
An overwhelming majority of you feel that not seeing your dentist regularly is the worst culprit for poor dental health. As you may already know, that’s where DentalPlans.com comes in. The discount dental plans from DentalPlans.com can save you anywhere from 10-60% at the dentist.
Here’s to your dental health!
Tags: dental care, dental health, dental plans, dentalplans.com, Dentistry, Health
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Thursday, July 22nd, 2010
September may seem far away, but Colgate is already setting the stage for promoting dental care during the 2010 Colgate Oral Health Month, set to launch in just six weeks.
We wanted to give you a sneak peek at this year’s theme: “Discover three essentials for an even healthier mouth.”
These three essentials boil down to this wise advice from Colgate to the public:
- Brush your teeth twice daily with fluoride toothpaste and replace your toothbrush regularly.
- Avoid sugary snacks between meals.
- Visit the dentist regularly.
Colgate is expanding its focus on child prevention to include prevention of dental problems for adults. Proper dental care, maintenance, and hygiene are important for people of every age.
Tags: Colgate, dental care, dental insurance, dental plans, Dentistry, Health, Hygiene, Toothbrush
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Friday, July 16th, 2010
This isn’t a trick question or a dental care quiz, and we’re not even sure there’s a definite answer. We just want to know what you think, so take our survey!
Opinion poll:
Which do you think is worse for your dental health?
- Sugar gum
- Soda
- Smoking
- Not visiting your dentist regularly
Vote now, and we’ll share the results with you later. Thanks for input!
Tags: dental care, dental health, dental insurance, dental plans, Dentistry, Health
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Thursday, July 15th, 2010
Time spent fighting the bad guys in a video game is likely also time spent consuming snacks and drinks with high sugar content, which is harmful to dental care.
“Every time you eat or drink anything sugary, your teeth are under acid attack for up to one hour,” Said Dr. Nigel Carter or the British Dental Health Foundation. “So it is important to keep sugary foods only to mealtimes, limiting the amount of time your mouth is at risk.”
Visit DentalPlans.com to learn more about the importance of an active lifestyle and structured eating patterns for superior dental care.
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Tuesday, July 13th, 2010
With tooth decay being the single most common chronic childhood disease, it’s important to take advantage cost-effective, widely available fluoridated tap water to improve dental care.
Fluoride is a way to help children prevent cavities. “Fluoride makes the entire tooth structure more resistant to decay and promotes remineralization,” said General Denistitry author C.H. Chu.
Want to know another surprising fluoride source? Find out at DentalPlans.com.
Tags: dental care, dental health, dental plans, Dentistry, Health, Tap water, Tooth (human)
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