According to studies done, there may be a link with excessive alcohol consumption and it having a contributing factor towards mouth cancer. Excessive alcohol consumption increases the chances of developing mouth cancer by 30 percent.    

However, mouth cancer is the not the only oral health risk associated with alcoholic drinks. alcoholic drinks also often contain high levels of sugar which can lead to tooth decay. Tooth decay happens when the enamel and dentin of a tooth become softened by acid attack after you have eaten or drunk anything containing sugars. Over time, the acid makes a cavity in the tooth. This often leads to the tooth needing to be filled or even removed.

Dental implants have become an important treatment for the replacement of teeth lost due to disease, injury or congenital tooth agenesis. Over the past 30 years, the incorporation of dental implants into everyday clinical dental practice has resulted in major improvements in oral health of patients through enhancements in function, esthetics and phonetics.

However it is important to note that many dental insurance plans do not provide benefits on implants. Providing benefits for bridges, partials, and dentures instead. If you want to have some saving off the cost of dental implants you may want to review the dental discount plan options that are available to you in your state. A dental discount plan offers up around 15 -20 percent off the cost of dental implants.

Question: Is there any dental insurance plans that I can get for a signal person for only $15.00 or less a month.  So far all the plans I see for dental insurance are around $30 – $45 or more a month. I am even willing to have longer waiting periods if that will help reduce my monthly cost.  I have no major dental needs but I hate not having dental insurance just in case something was to come up.  

Answer: Yes you can find low monthly cost insurance. What you would want to look for are HMO dental insurance plans. They normally offer very low affordable monthly cost and good over coverage’s. Another choice also would be a dental discount plan. They to are very affordable on a monthly cost and will help reduce your dental services needed.  We over both of these plans types in most states. Just enter your zip code in the quote box provided to review the plan options available. 

Question: I have been without dental insurance for over two years now when I was no longer accepted on my parents plan.   Now I am on my own trying to get dental insurance but the truth of the matter is I really do not understand how dental insurance works.  What is better for me to get a dental HMO or a dental PPO.   

Answer: Which is best depends on personal factors for you. Like do you want to stay with a current dentist?  Is cost a factor ? Do you have current dental care needs you are trying to address?  To determine which plan type would best work for you, you need to first determine what it is you want in a dental insurance plan.  Review our dental insurance options we provide, if you have any questions about the plans then call our member service line at 310-534-3444 as we be happy to assist you.

Erosion Experts say tooth enamel erosion is on the rise, especially in children. The reason for that, some say today’s kids get too many acidic drinks and sodas. Try to switching to bottled water, instead of soda whenever possible, doing this is not only good for your child teeth but his/her overall wellness.

Over time Bruxism, or teeth-grinding, can wear down or fracture the enamel due to constant clenching. Bruxism can also ground down the upper and lower front teeth.

Generally Bruxism is often worst when you sleep that is when you ca not control it. Reducing stress may help. Some people wear a special mouth guard to bed. Ask your dentist if this is a problem. You can buy the guards in a drugstore or discount store, or your dentist may make you a custom model.

Your saliva takes care of acids in the mouth that erode your teeth. It also helps restore tooth enamel. However, if you have a dry mouth caused by a drug side effect or a health condition, the acids stick around longer, causing more damage to your teeth.

Some health conditions can damage your tooth enamel. Enamel erosion can happen from the eating disorder such as bulimia, Acid reflux, stomach problems, and other eating disorders, when stomach acid enters the mouth because of frequent vomiting.

When your tooth enamel is damaged, the inner layer gets exposed, and dental decay can start. Cavities are not the only problem.  Teeth with damaged tooth enamel can react to extreme heat or cold. Eating ice cream or sipping hot coffee can be a painful, or at least unpleasant.

As hard as your tooth enamel is, it can be breached. Acids from foods and bacteria eat away at the tooth enamel, causing erosion and cavities. Tooth enamel can also be chipped or cracked. Unlike bone, however it does not grow back on its own. The damage is permanent.
 

Your tooth enamel might seem white, but really it is clear. Light can shine through it. The layer underneath, dentin, shows through, and that is what makes a tooth look light or dark.     

However, over time, coffee, tea, wine, cigarettes, and other substances can stain the outer layer of your teeth a dingy yellow or gray. Maintaining healthy dental care habits at home and seeing a dentist regularly will help to keep your teeth looking white

When you think of tooth enamel you can compare it to an eggshell. Like and eggshell, tooth enamel protects the soft part of the tooth inside. Unlike an egg’s outer layer, though, enamel is tough. It is the hardest substance in your body. With some luck and good dental care and proper at home oral habits it can withstand decades of biting, chewing, and crunching.

According to the World Health Organization, around 60 percent of all adults suffer from gum inflammation and are in need of dental treatment. With that said dental treatments for gums can become very costly without having some dental insurance to help reduce the cost of services. 

Also it is important to know that under most PPO plans periodontal services fall under major dental care which means you could be waiting a year or more before having benefits for this type of dental care treatment.  Therefore think ahead for your future dental needs when buying dental insurance so you are better protected.