In a study to the Identification of unrecognized diabetes and pre-diabetes in a dental setting, published in the Journal of Dental Research, researchers at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine found that dental visits represented a chance to intervene in the diabetes epidemic by identifying individuals with diabetes or pre-diabetes who are unaware of their condition.

Since Periodontal disease is an early complication of diabetes, and about 70 percent of U.S. adults see a dentist at least once a year. This said by Dr. Ira Lamster, dean of the College of Dental Medicine, and senior author on the study.

Post-Menopausal Women have a Higher Risk of Tooth Loss

In a new research of a study of over 1,000 post-menopausal women it was forecast that over one in four post-menopausal women have a higher risk to suffer from tooth loss over a five year period. This risk increases to nearly 90 per cent if other risk factors are present, especially diabetes and if they smoke. Having proper dental care and maintaining good oral hygiene reduces the risk factors

Studies show that gum disease can extend the time it take for a woman to become pregnant The importance of having and maintain good dental and oral health care is many times underestimated. However new research is showing that for woman there is yet another reason to maintain good oral hygiene and health care.

This research has shown that the presence of gum disease can by an average of two months extend the time it takes for a woman to become pregnant. For the first time researcher have been able to clearly demonstrate the significant impact of poor oral health on the time to pregnancy in women who are trying to conceive.

One of the most common infectious diseases found in indigenous children in the US and Canada is early childhood tooth decay. Resulting in additional adverse health effects. The American Academy of Pediatrics and Canadian Paediatrics Society provide recommendations for prevention of dental disease in you children and pregnant women in a new policy statement, “Early Childhood Caries in Indigenous Communities,” Which involves the collaboration with primary health care providers, policy makers, and public health practitioners in indigenous communities.

If you been suffering from headaches, often the first step of action is the medicine cabinet for pain relief or a visit to the Doctors. However,if your Doctor does not have a reason for your headaches and the problem persists it might be something you should mention to your dentist. Many times the persistent cause of headaches lie inside your mouth.

There are dentist are worried that teenagers are putting their teeth and oral health at risk by trying dangerous do-it-yourself teeth-whitening techniques found on the Internet.

Many teenagers go to on line tips of do it yourself whitening since money and access to proper dental whitening care may not be in their reach. However Children who are mixing up quantities of different chemical and applying them for long periods of time are at risk of eroding their tooth enamel and damaging their gums.

In turn increasing their risk of oral infection. The best course of action is to talk to your dentist about safely whiting your teeth or what over the counter product they my suggest to be use.

Dental care for children is very important brushing and flossing alone will not be enough without  regular dental care from a dentist. Dental cost can be a factor for anyone and that is why investing in a good dental insurance now for your children will help not only keep your children teeth happy but save you money on your family dental care needs. Get your dental quote today by entering your zip code in the quote box provided.

Delta Dental Insurance will make Caring for your children teeth more affordable.

Cleaning and proper dental care of children teeth should begin when the first tooth is visible. This is because teeth are susceptible to decay as soon as they appear in your child mouth. Many children do not get the proper dental care due to increasing cost.

However Dental Dental offer low cost dental HMO plans that make dental care much more affordable. Get the dental care and coverage’s you and your family needs at an affordable cost. To review all our dental insurance dental plan options in your state just enter your zip code for a quote comparison.

Be sure that your baby gets the best dental care possible. It is a good idea to start cleaning your gums even before they start cutting their baby teeth. Not only is doing so good for your child gums but it get them use to you doing so and making brushing their teeth easier. Also try and brush and clean baby teeth and mouth when they are not cranky or overly tired. Make it fun and keep things light. Take your baby to see a dentist as soon as the first tooth is cut or on their first birthday. Baby teeth are just as important as adult teeth and good dental care habits with baby teeth lead to good dental habits with adult teeth.

Here are some simple dos and don’t you may want to keep in mind when taking care of your child baby teeth. Dos Clean you baby gums before teething. Take you baby to see a dentist with in a few months of them cutting their first tooth, or no latter then their first birthday.Have dental insurance for your child and your family to help with the cost of dental care. Find a dentist both you and your child will like.

Try and use non fluoride toothpaste whebrushing your child baby teeth. Floss your child teeth as soon as two teeth are next to each other. Talk to your child dentist for good dental care tips Don’t Do not try and clean your baby gums if your child is tired or cranky Do not use fluoride toothpaste too soon. A good time would be when your child can spit. When you do start to use toothpaste do not over use it. A pea size amount is all you need for an adult for a child even less should be used. (A little does go a long way)

Compared and save on dental services not normally covered by dental insurance.

Dental discount plans are a great low cost options in order to save money off all your dental services. Even dental services that may not be covered by dental insurance. Such as cosmetic dental services, preexisting and adult braces to name a few. A dental discount plan is also a good way to save money when you have dental insurance but are still within the plan waiting periods. There are times when it is not advise to wait even when your plan may have waiting periods. In cases like that getting a dental discount plan that offer savings within the next business day is well worth looking into.

For calcium spots on your teeth, you may wish to consult a Cosmetic Specialist.

Cosmetic dentistry may help you to get your best smile at any age. One of the most popular cosmetic dental procedures to a perfect smile is bonding. Cosmetic dental bonding is a fairly painless procedure usually performed in one dental visit by applying an enamel like material to your teeth which is then shaped, hardened with a special light and polished. For a more dramatic smile, porcelain veneers can make a drastic difference. With veneers, you can control the color, position, shape, and size of your new teeth which can correct crooked, worn, or chipped teeth. This procedure can cost between $1,200 – $3,500 per tooth.

Cosmetic dentistry insurance coverage is not afforded by most dental insurance companies. If you are with a group dental insurance company through your employer, you may want to inquire if cosmetic dentistry insurance coverage is provided under your dental plan. Cosmetic dental coverage is normally provided by discount dental plans. Discount dental plans usually cover 15 to 20 percent of the cosmetic dental care cost.

Supplemental dental insurance is an individual or family insurance policy purchased to cover a portion of the dental costs. Supplemental dental insurance will normally not cover the entire dental care procedure. If you have a primary dental insurance plan that you purchased or your employer provided, the supplemental dental policy typically covers the remaining dental bill.

For example, if the dental plan policy covers half of the dental cost, the secondary or supplement dental insurance plan should cover the remaining balance of your dental procedure. A supplement dental insurance plan may also be purchased to cover the dental charges when there are annual dental benefit plan limits or exclusions.

Dental check up consist of more then just X-rays and cleanings. The dentist is looking at more then whether or not you have any cavities or if you been flossing good enough. Dental check ups include oral cancer screenings. By going to the dentist for your check up the dentist or hygienist is also checking for any signs of oral cancer. Oral cancer is a serious dental disease in which claims lives on a daily bases.

However it is often highly curable if diagnosed and treated in the early stages. Many people do not have regular dental check ups due to lack of having dental benefits though their jobs and or due to cost of dental services feeling they can not afford to go to the dentist. In some cases you can not afford not to go to the dentist.

On this website in every state we offer a low cost dental plans option or options, either by offering a low cost dental insurance plans or dental discount plans. Both will make having dental care more affordable.

What is tooth erosion? It is the wearing away of your tooth enamel by acid. Tooth enamel is what protects the outside of your tooth. However high amounts of acids in food and drinks that one may consume can cause tooth erosion as well as different medical issues such as: acid reflux, decrease in saliva (dry mouth) gastrointestinal conditions and eating disorders. Here are a few signs to look out for and to talk over with your dentist if you should have one ore more of this warning signs.

Discoloration of your tooth or teeth. Sensitive teeth, Rounded looking teeth or your the tips of your teeth looking transparent in color (mainly your front teeth). There are more advance signs of tooth erosion which would include cracked or cracking teeth. Rough feeling spots on the tooth surface. Extremely sensitive teeth and tooth decay. Having dental insurance will not prevent tooth erosion but will make having preventive dental care much more affordable.

Please review the dental plans options we offer on our website if you do not currently have dental insurance in place for you and or your family. Remember we are happy to help if you have any questions please call our member services at 310-534-3444 CA time 8-5 M-F,

One of the main causes to adult tooth loss is periodontal disease (Gum Disease) including gingivitis and periodontitis. There has been some research that state up to 30 percent of the population may be genetically susceptible to having gum disease.

If you are brushing and flossing correctly and seeing your dentist regularly, yet still have gum disease issues you may be in the 30 percent. Because despite aggressive oral heath care habits these people still have a higher risk of developing periodontal disease. There are now test that are being offered to help diagnose periodontitis, a bacterial infection in the mouth. Identifying people in this higher risk area will help by early intervention and proper dental treatment which may help them keep their teeth for a lifetime. Talk to your dentist and see what is best advised for you.

Preventive care is key and by seeing a dentist and being aggressive with your dental healthcare you are not only helping your oral health but over all health and well being. Having either dental insurance and or a dental plan in place will make having dental care more affordable for you and help you stay on top of your dental needs.

Oddly enough yes. Studies have shown that bacteria that causes tooth decay can be transmitted via a open mouth kiss. With in one kiss you can share over 500 different types of disease causing germs and viruses. This means that cavities can become contagious however, it only an issue if the person you are kissing has several cavities a year which can be a sign that he or she may have an above average bacteria count. With that say there is no reason to stop kissing.

Before a kissing try brushing your teeth or rinse out your mouth with mouth wash. Not convenient, then chew on some sugar free gum or drink a glass of water. If you feel your partner may be an issue you can always brush and floss your own teeth afterwords. In short kissing is fine but know who your kissing and stay healthy.

If you loose a tooth due to an accident and the tooth is recovered quickly you have a chance to save the tooth by going straight to a dentist and having it reattached. However often too much time passes between the loss of the tooth and getting the dental care needed. At that point you will need to think about how you are going to replace the tooth. One way is by having a dental implant. Implants are artificial roots for a tooth that is placed in your mouth and attached to a replacement tooth. They do not rest on other teeth to support the replacement tooth, but rather are rooted into the gums. A dental implant will look just like any of your other teeth and work and function the same.

Dental implants are a great substitute for dentures and bridge work. They are secure, and do not feel or look fake. The only problem with the procedure is the high cost. Many dental insurance plans do not cover for dental implants but there is still an option if your insurance plan does not offer benefits for implants. If implants works is needed then you may want to get a dental discount plan. On a dental discount plan you will be able to save money off the cost of having dental implants as long as there is a provider in the plan that does that type of dental services. It is worth looking into when deciding about implant dental work.

There are a few steps you may want to take when thinking about buying dental insurance for yourself and or your family. First step is to know your own dental needs the best you can. You will be able to see that on line there are a ton of website offering dental insurance and dental plans that you can have the option to review.

However, if you do not have a clear understanding of what you may need from a plan it will quickly seem overwhelming. Before getting online ask yourself a few questions. First are you trying to stay with a dental office? If so the first step should be calling the dental office you are wanting to stay with to find out what plan they are a PROVIDER for. The key word is provider. There are many higher cost dental insurance plans one can buy that lets you choose your own dentist but if your dental office is a provider of a lessor cost plan would you not want to know about it. At the same time knowing this information will save you time in reviewing dental plans like HMOs where you have to stay within a network.

With that said you also need to have some idea on the dental services you may want. Such as if you are in need of having a root canal getting a dental PPO with waiting periods for major dental services may not be the best option as to buying a dental HMO plan with no waiting periods or a getting a dental discount plan that let you see the dentist normally within the next business day of your online enrollment.. Make sure you read each plans terms and conditions so that you are sure to buy a dental plan that best fits your dental needs. And lastly when in doubt about coverage’s or plan details call member services and get a clear understanding the time you put into make sure you getting the right plan from the start is well worth it.