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My Preventive Dental Care Options

October 30, 2023 Di Salas

Preventive dental services typically include routine oral exams, radiographs, cleanings, sealants, and fluoride treatments. Learn more about preventive dental care.

Your smile is a powerful asset, and maintaining it begins with prevention. Unlike traditional health insurance, which focuses on treating symptoms, dental insurance focuses on preventing them! As a Hawaii Dental Service member, you have many preventive dental care options … [Read more...]

Clinic & Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Dental Health, Hawaii

What to Look for in an Individual Dental Insurance Plan

September 26, 2023 Di Salas

Shopping for dental coverage is simple when you know what to look for. Discover how to choose the perfect individual dental insurance plan.

If you've started shopping for an individual dental insurance plan, you may be curious about what to look for to feel confident about your choice. Whether you're new to insurance or have been settling for the "good enough" option for years, there are several things to keep an … [Read more...]

Clinic & Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Health & Wellness

3 Ways Bad Teeth Brushing is Hurting Your Smile

September 22, 2023 Di Salas

Bad teeth brushing habits like using the wrong brush and brushing too hard can cancel the benefits. Make sure your teeth brushing habits are helping rather than hurting.

The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends brushing your teeth twice a day to keep your teeth healthy. But bad brushing habits can leave plaque behind, cause receding gum lines, and damage tooth enamel. That means your daily teeth brushing routine could be going to … [Read more...]

Clinic & Provider Tips, Dental Health, Health & Wellness

DIY Tooth Filing: Dangerous TikTok Trends

August 28, 2023 Di Salas

Some TikTok users are filing their teeth at home to straighten them. Learn about the dangers of DIY tooth filing and dentist-approved methods for achieving a straighter smile.

When it comes to beauty standards and ideals, a straight, bright smile is one of the most highly sought-after traits for Americans. Research shows that in addition to perceived attractiveness, individuals with straight teeth experience many advantages, including being seen … [Read more...]

Clinic & Provider Tips, Dental Health, Dental Health for Kids, Health & Wellness

What to do if Your Employer Doesn’t Offer Dental Benefits

August 28, 2023 Di Salas

If your employer doesn't offer dental benefits, you still have several options to consider for obtaining dental coverage. Check out some alternatives to employer-sponsored dental benefits.

Many companies in the United States offer dental benefits to their employees. According to a 2019 Employer Health Benefits Survey, 92 percent of large firms (more than 200 employees) offer dental benefits to their employees. However, if you work for a company that doesn’t … [Read more...]

Clinic & Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Dental Health, Health & Wellness

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