Are Dental Implants Covered by Dental Insurance?

November 5, 2021

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Dental insurance is designed to promote preventive care that helps people avoid oral infections and tooth decay. That is why most dental insurance plans cover two exams and cleanings each year at 100%. When it comes to replacing missing teeth with dental implants, however, insurance coverage is a bit more complicated. Do you want to restore your smile in an affordable way? Keep reading to learn how insurance treats dental implants in Spring Lake and how to make the most of your benefits.

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How Understanding the Parts of Your Mouth Promotes Oral Care

November 4, 2021

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Is it possible to love food if you’ve never prepared a meal in your life? Sure. But if you know how to cook and you understand the effort, even love, that is invested into a great meal – that’s appreciation on another level.

This concept can be applied in other areas, even oral care. When you are young, and maybe even now, you are taking care of your teeth because someone relentlessly told you to. But when you understand other parts of the mouth and the roles they play, it can make you more invested in taking care of yourself and your oral hygiene.

Keep reading to learn more about your mouth from your dentist in Spring Lake.

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