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How Oral Health Professionals Can Support Patient’s Mental Well-Being

April 24, 2025 By Wyatt Dilling

Dentist performing a dental exam on a patient.

Let’s face it, for most people, a trip to the dentist isn't necessarily their favorite thing to do. And for many, dental anxiety plays a part in this dread. In fact, 36 percent of people fear dental treatment. While it might feel like a routine day for you, a visit could be … [Read more...]

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5 “Health Foods” Your Dentist Wishes You Wouldn’t Eat

December 23, 2024 By Wyatt Dilling

Fruit that has been sliced up and is ready to be served.

Maintaining good dental health starts with the choices you make in your diet. While many foods are celebrated for their overall health benefits, some seemingly nutritious options can have a hidden downside when it comes to your teeth. Understanding how these choices impact your … [Read more...]

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Dental Insurance 101

January 6, 2022 By Wyatt Dilling

We know that insurance can be awfully confusing, but benefits can be very beneficial. To make sure you’re getting the most out of your plan we’re breaking down insurance lingo with this easy-to-follow infographic.

We know that insurance can be awfully confusing, but benefits can be very beneficial. To make sure you’re getting the most out of your plan we’re breaking down insurance lingo with this easy-to-follow infographic. Now that you know the basics, check out our Insurance 102 and … [Read more...]

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Do Expiration Dates on Dental Products Matter?

June 8, 2020 By ddnmwordpress

Some dental products have expiration dates and some don’t. Find out what you should retire if it’s expired.

Expiration dates for milk and meats are entirely different than those on lotions and lipsticks. With the exception of medication, product expiration dates aren’t federally regulated. Some dental products have expiration dates and some don’t. Find out what you should retire if … [Read more...]

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Genetics and Tooth Decay: Are They Related?

February 21, 2020 By ddnmwordpress

Learn how researchers found that environmental factors seem to be the prime cause of cavities — not genetic makeup.

Have you ever heard anyone blame, or give credit to, their parents for their teeth? These researchers had, and they wanted to take a closer look into how genetics impact our dental health. To do so, they studied two identical twins with the same DNA to see if their dental health … [Read more...]

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