Did you know, one of the first things people notice about you is your teeth? According to research eyes and teeth rank #1 and #2 as the first things we notice about each other. White teeth can not only help make a great smile but can also give a person the extra confidence to smile. Studies show that smiling more... read more »
A severe toothache, swelling of the face or jaw, a broken tooth or exposed nerve are all different types of dental emergencies. A severe toothache is usually caused by damage to the nerve (pulp) of the tooth. This is typically caused by bacteria from dental decay (cavities) but tooth pain can also be caused by other issues such as a... read more »
Delta Dental, HealthChoice, Metlife, Cigna, Aetna, Guardian, Blue Cross-Blue Shield, Humana, United Health Care, GEHA, Carrington, Principal. These are all different dental insurance companies. It can be overwhelming thinking about dental insurance. What is the deductible, what is LCAT, what is a UCR, what is my copay? These are just a few questions that some people have. At Advances in... read more »
Did you know there are over 178 million people in the United States who are missing a tooth and 40 million people in the United States are missing all of their teeth? For those aged 65-74, 30% are missing all of their teeth. Besides the cosmetic issue of a missing tooth, another problem when a permanent tooth is removed is... read more »
Rachel is a loving mother of two teenagers and is active in her local church. People know Rachel as friendly but a bit shy and timid. In the latest photograph at her children’s school, she is seen with her two smiling kids, but something is missing on Rachel, her smile. You see, Rachel has always been very embarrassed about her teeth.... read more »