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This Year’s Resolution: Plan to Use Your Dental Benefits

January 14, 2020 By Shelby Tatomir

You've gone through open enrollment and vaguely remember the PowerPoint slides reviewing any new changes in your corporate plan, or you try to find the web pages you browsed for an individual plan. When the cards come in the mail and the new year right around the corner, it's … [Read more...]

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Daily Stretches for Dental Staff

November 26, 2019 By Shelby Tatomir

Take breaks during the day to realign and stretch with our list of stretch remedies for back and neck pain.

As a dental hygienist, dentist or dental staff member, you put the patient’s comfort first. If a patient has a hard time reclining fully or positioning themselves for a cleaning or exam, you twist and contort to make it work. But this can take a toll on your back and neck. … [Read more...]

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Why is My Tongue Sore?! Reasons and Solutions

November 13, 2019 By Shelby Tatomir

Tongue pain can signify a variety of troublesome or less-than-serious issues in the mouth. Click to learn why your tongue hurts.

There’s a variety of possible reasons for tongue pain, and a bitten tongue is only one of them. Most tongue injuries actually happen for other reasons. Here are the most common causes for tongue pain and how to find tongue pain relief: Tongue Trauma It seems like the tongue … [Read more...]

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5 Reasons You May Owe Money Out-Of-Pocket at the Dentist

October 22, 2019 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Person opening their wallet and taking out cash.

Visiting the dentist is an essential part of maintaining oral health, but sometimes unexpected expenses can arise even after your dental appointment. Understanding why these out-of-pocket costs occur can help you better prepare for future visits and manage your budget more … [Read more...]

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Tongue Piercings – Why Are They Dangerous?

September 17, 2019 By Shelby Tatomir

Get the facts on how tongue piercings lead to teeth damage, infection, and more.

Have you ever wanted to stick a metal rod through your tongue? We haven’t, but it is still a popular accessory used for self-expression. When debating the finer points of how socially acceptable a tongue piercing is, it’s also important to acknowledge how dangerous they can be. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Benefits, Dental Health

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