The love connection between the heart and oral health is the talk of your teeth. Rumor has it that oral health is linked to heart health. The rumors are true! If you neglect your oral and overall health, you’re at an increased risk for gum disease and … [Read more...]
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Understanding Dental Benefit Categories
Many dental plans offer 3 classes or categories of coverage. If orthodontics is covered, that is considered a fourth class and typically has a separate lifetime maximum payable amount. Each class provides specific types of treatment and typically covers those treatments at a … [Read more...]
Healthy Teeth = Healthy Heart
Like all responsible adults, I take care of my health and monitor my blood pressure for any abnormalities. But, I was shocked the first time I learned my oral health might have an effect on my heart! That’s right, the beating in my chest isn’t just affected by love, but also by … [Read more...]
Dental Health and Dementia
You probably know by now that your oral health is connected to your overall health, but how deep does this connection go? Researchers have found that the bacteria and swelling in your teeth and gums can link to heart disease, diabetes and dementia. That’s right: … [Read more...]
Why Dental Decisions Are So Important
Healthcare decisions and dental decisions are not glamorous, but they are important. We continue to see more and more evidence supporting the impact our oral health—or lack thereof—has on our overall health. This means that avoiding the dentist shouldn’t be an option for us … [Read more...]