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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

National Children’s Dental Health Month: Is Your Child’s Instrument Making Them Ill?

January 4, 2021 By ddnmwordpress

Is your child’s school harboring dangerous bacteria in musical instruments that carry germs? Learn if they’re at risk and how to fix it.

Ah, the sound of young hands making their first attempt at music– it’s something a parent would never forget. Drums? Horns? Orchestra? Band? Does one of these primary-school electives help your child more than another? How do you choose? In tandem with considering your child’s … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Just For Fun, Oral Health

5 Tips to Quit Tobacco and Protect Your Oral Health

December 17, 2020 By ddnmwordpress

Person breaking a cigarette in half.

*Updated May 2026 Key takeaways about tips to quit tobacco: Quitting tobacco isn't easy, but it is possible! An estimated 49.2 million Americans use tobacco products, usually via cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and other means. The good news is that there are more tools and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: 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

Winter Sports That Need Mouthguards

December 17, 2020 By Wyatt Dilling

If you’re planning your winter activities, don’t forget to pack a mouthguard! Here are winter sports that need mouthguards to keep your smile safe.

Winter is coming, which means it’s time to start preparing for activities in the snow! While most winter athletes focus on gearing up with layers of warm clothing and specialized equipment, there's one essential piece of safety gear that often goes overlooked: … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Oral Health, Health and Fitness, Holiday, New Mexico, Oral Health

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