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What to do in the event of a dental emergency? This American Dental
Association article deals with common dental emergencies such as a broken
tooth, lost filling, toothache, or knocked out tooth.
Diabetes affects millions of Americans each year. It can cause problems
with your eyes, nerves, kidneys and heart. Diabetes can also lower resistance
to infection and slow the healing process. This American Dental Association
article talks about some of the most common oral health problems associated
with diabetes.
This article talks about how eating patterns and food choices can affect
tooth decay. It also offers suggestions to reduce the occurrence of
decay, as well as plaque buildup. The American Dental Association wrote
the article.
Fillings are subject constant stress from chewing. In addition, clenching
or grinding teeth also put tremendous force on fillings and tooth enamel.
All of these can cause a filling to gradually wear away, chip, crack
or fall out. The American Dental Association recommends that worn fillings
should be replaced promptly. Don’t wait until the tooth hurts,
or the filling and the tooth crack.
Women are especially susceptible to periodontal disease at certain stages
of life. This American Dental Association article talks about the causes
of periodontal disease and the effects of the life cycle on the disease.
Also discussed are ways to help prevent periodontal disease.
This well written synopsis by the American Dental Association explains
some of the common questions and concerns about your dental insurance.
It talks about your benefit plan, maximums, UCR, preferred providers,
treatment options, and pre-existing conditions. Estimation of Benefits
and Fees are also discussed.