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Why We Appreciate Dental Assistants | Dental Assistant Recognition week

February 10, 2021 By Wyatt Dilling

Dental assistants are the backbone in dentist offices all around the world! From assisting in procedures to keeping the office running smoothly, there are so many reasons why we appreciate dental assistants!

When people go to a dental office, they often assume that the dentist does all of the work. While there is no doubt a dentist is important, they rely on their dental assistants heavily. From office management to assisting in dental procedures, we have plenty of reasons why we … [Read more...]

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

Tips to Quit Smoking + its Impact on Oral Health

December 17, 2020 By ddnmwordpress

Understanding the toll nicotine takes on our bodies and our mouths – plus these tools to quit smoking - can help you kick the habit.

Wondering how to quit smoking? We’re here to help. It’s estimated that about 50 million Americans have an addiction to nicotine. The type of products vary from e-cigarettes to combustible cigarettes, chew, and snuff. Thankfully, there are many tools available to quit smoking. You … [Read more...]

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

5 Dental Extras You Can Get with Your FSA

December 17, 2020 By ddnmwordpress

Flexible spending accounts allows participants to deduct a portion of their pre-taxed income into an account that they can use to pay for qualified medical expenses and childcare costs.

Flexible spending accounts, also known as FSAs, are benefit plans that employers can offer to employees. The benefit allows participants to deduct a portion of their pre-taxed income into an account that they can use to pay for qualified medical expenses and childcare … [Read more...]

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

9 Common Questions and Answers for Parents Considering Braces for their Children

November 17, 2020 By ddnmwordpress

Braces are a big commitment with important factors to consider like the best age for braces or their impact on overall health. Check out our expert answers to frequently asked questions about braces.

If it’s time to consider getting braces for you or your child, a few concerns have probably crossed your mind: What if my child gets teased? What is the right age for braces? What if it hurts? Take a moment to familiarize yourself with frequently asked questions about braces, so … [Read more...]

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

Ease into Retirement with Individual Dental Coverage

November 17, 2020 By Wyatt Dilling

Are you or a loved one approaching retirement? Learn how to maintain your dental health with individual coverage.

Retirement is a time to relax and return to the hobbies and skills that make you happy. While exploring new interests, it is important to keep your physical health and oral health a top priority.  Individual Dental Coverage for Retirement One aspect of retirement that … [Read more...]

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

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