Friday, Nov. 2nd 2012 9:43 AM
Dr Jonathan Hill, announced the release of the practice’s new online patient library. The online patient library offers comprehensive and easy to understand dental content which can be accessed by patients via the practice’s website. The patient library was designed to increase patient knowledge about proper dental care.
Difference Between Medical and Dental Benefits
Tuesday, Oct. 30th 2012 1:38 PM
Medical insurance is primarily designed to cover the costs of diagnosing, treating and curing serious illnesses. This process can normally includes a primary care physician and multiple specialists, a variety of tests and multiple procedures to be performed by doctors and laboratories, as well as medications. Rating medical insurance depends on the health, age and attitudes of people in the medical coverage group, so costs can fluctuate widely.
When reviewing dental insurance, you will be able to note that most dental coverage is designed to ensure that the patient receives regular preventive care. Where as high quality medical care requires the complex, multiple resources, That is rarely the case with high quality dental care. A thorough examination and a set of x-rays done by the dentist is all it usually takes to diagnose a problem.
Dental care is normally provided by a general practitioner, although some cases may require the services of a dental specialist. However, because most dental disease are preventable, dental benefits plans are structured to encourage patients to get the regular, routine care vital to preventing and diagnosing the onset of serious dental disease.
Because preventive dental is so important in dental health care, most dental benefits plans require patients to assume a greater portion of the costs for treatment of dental disease than for preventive procedures. By placing an emphasis on prevention, and by covering regular teeth cleaning and check-ups, Americans saved nearly $100 billion in dental care costs during the 1980s.
Dentist in Bolingbrook Increases Dental Awareness Through Mobile Website
Sunday, Oct. 28th 2012 12:43 PM
Dr Rani Seeth, a Bolingbrook, IL, dentist, launches a mobile website for Bolingbrook Dental Care to further expand her practice online. Keeping up with the ever changing times, Dr Rani Seeth see’s that there is a consumer’s need for immediacy with useability in mobile cell apps, which has lead Dr Rani Seeth, a dentist in Bolingbrook, to launch a mobile website for Bolingbrook Dental Care.
Dentists Mouth off About National Facial Protection Month
Friday, Oct. 26th 2012 12:43 PM
Family Tree Dental Donates Mouthguards to Middle School Sports Program. Dental professionals across the country are campaigned during April’s National Facial Protection Month to encourage safe methods for facial, head and mouth protection. Dr. Chad Denman of Family Tree Dental Group states that Mouthguards should be worn by anyone involved in an activity where there’s a potential for a collision, whether it’s with the ground or another individual.
Having a Filling Without the Drilling.
Wednesday, Oct. 24th 2012 12:56 PM
Researchers at the University of Leeds have discovered a pain-free way of tackling dental decay that reverses the damage of acid attack and re-builds teeth as new. Researchers at the University of Leeds who have developed a revolutionary new way to treat the first signs of tooth decay. Their solution is to arm dentists with a peptide-based fluid that is literally painted onto the tooth’s surface. The peptide technology is based on knowledge of how the tooth forms in the first place and stimulates regeneration of the tooth defect.
Acid Reflux can Cause Tooth Damage Warns Dakota Dental
Monday, Oct. 22nd 2012 11:43 AM
The Dakota Dental Apple Valley Dental Clinic provides specialized dental services for people suffering with chronic acid reflux. Prompted by the increasing number of individuals affected by acid reflux – more than 60 million American adults experiencing symptoms monthly and 25 million suffering from daily heartburn and severe refluxes, the Dakota Dental Clinic is encouraging individuals to proactively address gastroesophageal reflux to protect both their physical and oral health.
Knocked Out Teeth Due to Sport Injury.
Saturday, Oct. 20th 2012 10:06 AM
What to do in case of injury to your teeth due to sports. Sport injuries can sometimes happen when playing the sport you enjoy. Here are helpful do and don’t when you or someone you knows knocks out a tooth.
Don’t Touch the tooth root as it can become easily damaged.
Don’t Put the tooth in water as it can cause the root cells to burst and make it much harder for a dentist to save the tooth.
Don’t Wipe the tooth off if it is dirty, wiping the tooth may cause more damage.
Dos: If the tooth is dirty you can wash it off with milk. If possible try gently putting the tooth back into it socket. That is the best way to preserve the tooth.
If you can not put tooth back in it’s socket then put the tooth is a glass of milk. Milk will help provide nutrients to the cells to help keep them alive.
Do see a dentist right away. Time is very important matter in trying to save a knocked out tooth. Delays will only make it hard to save the tooth in question.
Make sure you follow the dentist aftercare instructions. As the aftercare of saving the tooth is just as important in successful healing.
Dental Benefits on, When Should I Take My Child to the Dentist?
Thursday, Oct. 18th 2012 8:23 AM
According to the (ADA) American Dental Academy, you should take your child to see a dentist as soon as his or her first tooth appears or no later than their first birthday. There are several reasons to take young children to see the dentist one is for preventive care. A dentist will be able to find small problems before they become larger dental issues.
Supporting Dental Bridges with Dental Implants
Tuesday, Oct. 16th 2012 8:23 AM
Dental implants can be are useful in several ways in order to replace missing teeth. A single implant can be used to replace a single tooth missing tooth. Where as if you are missing several teeth, or even all of your teeth, dentures or dental bridges can be attached to dental implants. Compared to tooth-supported bridges and gum-supported dentures, using dental implants to support these restorations provides optimum stability, comfort and function.
Dentist Offers Online Patient Education Dental Library
Sunday, Oct. 14th 2012 8:23 AM
Dr Gregory Staffon an Oceanside dentist, believes that education is one of the most important factors in maintaining good dental and over all healthy lifestyle. That is why his practice provides an patient education library as part of his comprehensive website. The extensive patient education library on his website promotes dental education among his patients.
Protecting Your Teeth From Sport Injuries.
Friday, Oct. 12th 2012 9:00 AM
Sports such as baseball and basketball are high risk games in regards to mouth-injuries. Some of the most common dental injuries seen with these types of sports are broken, displaced or knocked out teeth, and even broken jaws. With the ever increasing participation of girls and young women in competitive sports they, just as likely to have sport injuries as their male counterparts. Everyone should know the risks of dental injuries when playing sports and use additional protective gear. If your child has all their permanent teeth in then talk to their dentist about having a custom dental guard made. If not then buying a over the counter store dental guard would be find for added protection.
How Can Cosmetic Dentistry Help You.
Wednesday, Oct. 10th 2012 8:23 AM
There are many people that have some aspect of their smile that they would like to improve. Cosmetic dentistry is a way to achieve a beautiful as well as healthy smile that you can feel confident about. If you do not like to smile simply because of the way your teeth look consult a cosmetic dentist about the possible smile improvements that can be made.
Cosmetic Dentist Shares Valuable Dental Information with Their Patients
Monday, Oct. 8th 2012 8:23 AM
Dr Todd Armstrong, of Kenosha family dentist, in Kenosha WI, invites patients to expand their dental health care knowledge though their vast online education library. When patients are in search of more information on various dental topics, they can now turn to the extensive education library accessible via Dr. Armstrong’s website. Dr Todd Armstrong want his patients to be well-informed about dental problems and treatments, because he know that informed patients make better decisions about their health and well being.