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According to most experts, parents should brush their children’s teeth until they reach the age of seven. After that, the child should have developed the skill and the habits it takes to effectively brush his or her own teeth. But how do you make sure that your child is ready when it becomes time for…
The field of dentistry has advanced by leaps and bounds since its humble beginnings centuries ago. During the Middle Ages, for example, the treatments and tools used by “dentists” subjected patients to procedures that were not much different than the torture practices of the times. Today, there is a large variety of techniques and tools…
If you look at in the dental aisle of your local grocery store you will find a staggering number of brands and types of toothpastes. This is because in spite of what many laypeople may believe, all toothpastes are not the same. There are almost as many types of toothpastes as there are people who…
Patients have innumerable choices of which dental provider to see. Our site alone gives patients access to hundreds of providers from all over the country. These providers accept our low income dental plans and are experts in many different fields of dentistry. However, because patients have so many choices, it is essential for dentists to…
A detailed list of the industrial and commercial uses for lasers today would fill volumes. Lasers are used in applications as varied as barcode readers, guidance systems, printers, holography, welding and of course medicine. However, one of the most promising applications for lasers is in the field of dentistry. Many dental organizations are recognizing the…
According to The Journal of Dentistry for Children, about 38% of toddlers grind or clench their teeth at night. Although this fact is alarming to some, it does not surprise many parents who’ve heard strange, grinding noises coming from their toddler’s bedroom at night. This habit is known as bruxism, or teeth grinding, and although…
Choosing a dentist is more complicated than simply choosing a health care provider at random. After all, you are entering into a long term relationship with someone who will play a significant role in you and your family’s dental health and well being. That is why even though we at Family Dental Health Plans can…
Don’t brush off your next dental visit. Your twice-a-year routine dental cleanings not only leave your teeth feeling clean and smooth, but these visits can help your dentist prevent serious dental and health problems in the future. Most dental cleanings cost an average of $100, depending on where you live. If you need dental x-rays,…
With health care costs rising, people are constantly on the lookout for services that are affordable. In the field of dental care as well, you will find services now being offered at discount rates in order to accommodate all those who are looking for something that they can afford. While this is the case, many…
How long has it been since you’ve been to a dentist? If you aren’t going at least once a year (as is recommended), why aren’t you? You may be surprised to learn that more people avoid the dentist for fear of the bill they’ll get after going to visit a dentist than fear the dental…