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Scared of Braces? Overcome the Fear with these Tips

August 31, 2024 By Anna Keefe

scared of braces

If the thought of getting metal brackets and wires attached to the front of your teeth to pull and straighten your smile makes you cringe, you’re not alone. Up to 20% of Americans avoid the dentist due to fear. Here’s why you might be scared of braces and some tips to help you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Benefits, Fear Free, Oral Health

Caramel Apple Alternatives | Chocolate, Nut Butters + More

October 23, 2018 By Anna Keefe

Halloween chocolate apple recipes

Caramel is sticky and chewy and gets stuck to teeth easily. Opt for an alternative—a chocolate- dipped apple—to avoid the cavity-causing bacteria that the caramel will leave behind. Try this scary-delicious Halloween chocolate apple recipe: … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Holiday, Oral Health, Recipes and Nutrition

Get Ready to Rock and Enroll: 5 Ways to Prepare for Open Enrollment

September 18, 2018 By Anna Keefe

choosing dental insurance

Open Enrollment: It’s the term buzzing around your HR department this time of year. But what does it mean? And how does it affect you as an employee? We break down all the questions you should be asking. Read on for help when choosing dental insurance, renewing coverage or … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Benefits, New Mexico

Oral Health and the Common Cold

September 12, 2018 By Anna Keefe

when you have a cold

It’s cold season, which means the germ-sharing festivities are well underway. If your household is like most, there’s a domino effect of colds passing between children and parents. You know the sniffling, sneezing and runny nose are typical symptoms. But, there may be another … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Health and Fitness, Oral Health

Healthy Eating Activities for Preschoolers

August 21, 2018 By Anna Keefe

healthy eating activities for preschoolers

You might love whole grains and leafy greens, but getting your kids to show the same enthusiasm toward a healthy diet can be tricky. To encourage a well-balanced diet in kids, here are 3 healthy eating activities for preschoolers. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Oral Health, Recipes and Nutrition

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