Celebration Family Dental of Carrollton Blog

According to the American Dental Association, 61.4% of Americans have private dental coverage. Although millions of Americans have dental insurance, less than 3% of people meet or exceed their annual limits. This accounts for billions of dollars lost in dental benefits every year. Despite paying premiums, many people don’t understand how their dental insurance works. Deductibles and annual limits can be confusing. Here’s what you need to know to maximize your coverage.

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You know tooth loss is a severe problem if you’ve ever lost any teeth. Still, maybe you haven’t gotten dentures for your grin yet. Perhaps you’ve been putting off restoration work these last few years. In that case, you’re likely wondering: “Will dentures work for prolonged tooth loss?” Well, wonder no more – your local Carrolton dentist can answer that question. To that end, here’s how dentures work when missing teeth erode your jaw.

As you might know, there are several good tooth replacement options. Chief among them are standard dentures and dental implants. After all, these two choices can effectively restore your grin! Still, you might wonder: Can dentures preserve your jaw? The truth on this issue may affect your treatment decision. Sadly, though, the answer is that dentures won’t stop jawbone loss; only dental implants will. For more details on the matter, review this helpful summary from your Carrolton dentist.

Typically, holiday festivities are filled with apple pie, mulled wine, and other sugary treats. While they are certainly delicious, they also are a recipe for cavities. That’s why you should consider having holiday hors d’oeuvres that are smile-friendly instead! If you’re unsure where to begin, read on for a few ideas that your dentist will approve of.

Nothing beats the smell of a coffee house, except maybe the combined smell of a fresh cup of coffee and the old-world musk of a library. National Coffee Day might be just about the best time to enjoy both at the same time. So, this September 29^th, it’s time to gather your friends over a cup of brown and let the good times percolate.

But how can you enjoy coffee if you’re trying to watch out for your oral health? Continue reading to find out how you can enjoy a cup of joe guilt-free on National Coffee Day.