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Your First Dental Insurance Plan: What to Know

October 22, 2025 By Wyatt Dilling

Person getting ready for a dental exam.

Key takeaways about what you should know about your first dental insurance plan:  Part of adulthood is accepting responsibility for your health. Deciding to enroll in a dental insurance plan is a vital step in taking care of your oral health and wellness. Once you … [Read more...]

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

How to Educate Patients About Their Dental Insurance Benefits

September 23, 2025 By Wyatt Dilling

Dentist going through insurance plan with a patient.

Key takeaways: As a dental provider, you’re already making a meaningful impact by caring for your patients’ smiles and overall oral health. Taking the extra step to educate them about their dental insurance benefits and how to maximize those benefits is a simple yet … [Read more...]

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

The Ultimate Guide to Open Enrollment for Young Adults

September 23, 2025 By Wyatt Dilling

Open enrollment announcement.

Key takeaways: Whether you’re a college student, aging out of your parent’s dental insurance, or approaching open enrollment for the first time, there’s a lot to keep in mind as you prepare to choose your dental benefits.  With open enrollment just around the corner, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Benefits, Oral Health

Freelancers, Students, and Part-Timers: How to Get Dental Insurance Without a Full-Time Job

August 21, 2025 By Wyatt Dilling

Student walking through campus.

A shocking 72 million adults in the United States don’t have dental insurance, according to a recent survey conducted by CareQuest Institute. With roughly half of Americans receiving dental benefits from their employers, that leaves a growing segment of non-traditional freelance, … [Read more...]

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

What Are Dental Sealants?

July 28, 2025 By Wyatt Dilling

Dental sealants being applied to a persons teeth.

Preventive care plays a vital role in maintaining good oral health. Rather than waiting to treat problems after they arise, many dental treatments are designed to stop issues before they start. One of the most common and effective preventive measures is the application of … [Read more...]

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

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