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What Does Dental Insurance Cover?

September 20, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Child smiling and brushing his teeth.

You probably know that most dental insurance plans cover your biannual trip to the dentist, but do you know that your coverage goes far beyond that? From routine cleanings to unexpected dental emergencies, understanding your dental insurance coverage ensures both financial … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Oral Health, Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Oral Health

All Treats, No Tricks: Healthier Halloween Trick-or-Treat Options

September 20, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

This year, pass out these healthier trick-or-treats to all the witches and zombies who come to your door. Stay tooth-friendly while still being kid-pleasing!

Looking for ways to give out healthier trick-or-treats this year? We’re not going to tell you to give out pennies and peppermints — that would be more terrifying than a haunted house! Instead, we’re sharing healthier trick-or-treats to pass out. This year, hand out these … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Oral Health, Holiday, Just For Fun, Oral Health, Recipes and Nutrition

3 Ways Bad Teeth Brushing is Hurting Your Smile

September 20, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Bad teeth brushing habits like using the wrong brush and brushing too hard can cancel the benefits. Make sure your teeth brushing habits are helping rather than hurting.

The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends brushing your teeth twice a day to keep your teeth healthy. But bad brushing habits can leave plaque behind, cause receding gum lines, and damage tooth enamel. That means your daily teeth brushing routine could be going to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Oral Health

5 Ways to Manage Dental Benefits in 5 Minutes

September 20, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

You can do a lot in five minutes, including managing your dental benefits. Check out five simple but important insurance tasks that can be done in a few minutes.

You can get a lot done in five minutes, including simple but important insurance tasks. As a Delta Dental of New Mexico member, a few free moments are all you need to manage your dental benefits. Ways to quickly manage your dental benefits  1. Access your dental insurance … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Oral Health

What is Open Enrollment?

August 30, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Open enrollment is fast approaching. Are you ready for it? Learn everything you need to know about the open enrollment period.

Open enrollment can be a stressful time, whether it’s your first time doing it or your thirtieth. However, if you take the time to understand what open enrollment is and research plans and coverage ahead of time, you can turn the process into a simple, stress-free experience … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Oral Health

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