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Life with Unhealthy Teeth

April 21, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Life with unhealthy teeth can be painful, less satisfying, and affect your overall quality of living. Learn more about what life with unhealthy teeth can look like and how to avoid it.

Have you ever canceled a dentist appointment because you felt your teeth were fine as they were? Because unhealthy teeth may not always present physical symptoms, many people ignore their oral health and take their teeth for granted. However, having a false sense of security that … [Read more...]

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

People with Dental Benefits are Happier

April 21, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

A healthy smile is important when it comes to being happy! Find out how dental benefits and happiness are linked.

A genuine smile is a meaningful way to communicate with those around you. We use our smiles to share how we feel every day. However, when someone doesn’t feel proud of their smile, it can take a toll on their self-esteem. A healthy and shining smile exudes confidence and … [Read more...]

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

Tips to Help Someone with Dental Anxiety

March 9, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Dental anxiety, or a general fear of the dentist and dental procedures, is very common. If you know someone that deals with a fear of the dentist, check out some of our favorite tips to help ease anxiety at the dentist’s office.

Dental anxiety, or a general fear of the dentist and dental procedures, is very common. In fact, it’s estimated that 50 to 80 percent of the population have some degree of anxiety when it comes to dentist appointments. If you know someone that has dental anxiety, you know how … [Read more...]

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

Top 5 Ways to Take Care of Your Child’s Teeth

January 19, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Father and daughter brushing their teeth.

*Updated February 2025 If you've spent time around kiddos, you know it can be a challenge to get them to brush their teeth. Despite these challenges, your child's oral health and habits are so important for their overall well-being. Believe it or not, there are steps … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Oral Health, Dental Benefits, Oral Health

Increased Risk of Mouth Ulcers Linked to Poor Mental Health

January 19, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Person holding their mouth in pain.

*Updated May 2025 Research shows a strong connection between oral health and mental well-being. Stress, anxiety, depression, and loneliness can contribute to poor oral health, including the development of painful mouth ulcers. This study from the National Library of … [Read more...]

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

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