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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

How to Choose a Small Business Dental Insurance Plan

August 28, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Person checking their dental benefits online.

Choosing a small business dental insurance plan can feel overwhelming for any business owner. Selecting the option that fits the needs of both the business and its employees involves careful consideration of various factors including costs, coverage details, and more. We’re … [Read more...]

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What to do if Your Employer Doesn’t Offer Dental Benefits

August 28, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

If your employer doesn't offer dental benefits, you still have several options to consider for obtaining dental coverage. Check out some alternatives to employer-sponsored dental benefits.

Many companies in the United States offer dental benefits to their employees. According to a 2019 Employer Health Benefits Survey, 92 percent of large firms (more than 200 employees) offer dental benefits to their employees. However, if you work for a company that doesn’t … [Read more...]

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

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