Head Hurt? A Dental Treatment May Help!
June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month. In response, DentalPlans.com, a leading online marketplace for dental savings plans in the U.S. and part of the Henry Schein One portfolio of solutions, is sharing information
ADA outlines priorities for oral health to new HHS secretary
The ADA is asking the U.S. Department Health and Human Services to prioritize several issues during the Biden administration. In an April 15 letter to Sec. Xavier Becerra, ADA President Daniel J. Klemmedson, D.D.S., M.D.,
Major National Survey Reveals Impending Spike in Oral Health Needs
Uncovering a potential surge in upcoming health needs, CareQuest Institute for Oral Health today released the first in a series of reports that will provide in-depth analysis of the results of a comprehensive national survey aimed at understanding oral health equity in the US.
Expanding access to dental care is good for Mainers and the economy
It’s become a perennial issue in Maine: Lawmakers introduce legislation to extend health insurance, both public and private, to cover dental care. This year is no different with three such bills pending in Augusta. Two
Is Dental Insurance Worth the Cost?
In the past, dental insurance was considered a luxury that only wealthy people could afford. Today most people believe they need dental insurance. Businesses commonly offer dental insurance in their benefits packages, and individuals often
From Cavities to Stress-Grinding, the Pandemic Has Been Hell on Our Teeth
On March 26th, at the start of the first pandemic shutdown, Montgomery County resident Cathy Belfield was working from home while her two kids played in the driveway, rolling around on skateboards. While skateboarding isn’t
Is It Worth It for Seniors to Buy Dental Insurance?
Seniors are often faced with a difficult choice when it comes to their dental health. Original Medicare doesn't offer any coverage for routine dental care, and without employer subsidies, private dental insurance for seniors can
Concerns Rise As Dental Patients Put Off Care During Pandemic
Many South Dakotans have put off needed dental care during the COVID-19 pandemic, increasing the risk of gum disease, tooth and bone loss or other serious health issues related to poor dental care, which can
9 Tips For a Healthier Smile
An AACD survey revealed that 99.7% of people who were surveyed believed a healthy smile is important socially. Whether we are nervous about other people's perceptions or because we become self-conscious when our smiles aren't
Half of adults over 65 lack dental insurance, study finds
A December 2019 poll conducted by the University of Michigan revealed that around 50% of adults aged 65 to 80 go without dental insurance. The same poll, titled the University of Michigan National Poll on