Dental Bonding is a process where a tooth colored substance is applied to the affected teeth. The dentist is able to shape the bonding material to fit the contour of the tooth, filling in the gap.

Gaps in-between teeth happen and normally when they are within our smile area for appearance’s people tend to want to have these gaps closed. Many dentist will often use veneers to fix gaps in teeth, because they are natural looking. Veneers are thin shell like coverings that cover the front and sides of the teeth. They are matched to your natural coloring of your teeth.

Generally speaking many people fear what they do not fully understand in addition when it come to dental anxiety many people dislike the thought of any pain. While there are some dentist that specialize in treating patients with dental fears many family or general dentist can still help address dental fears.

Talk to the dentist ahead of time make sure to book your dental appointment with enough time given so that you and your dentist can talk and go over any questions about your dental treatment in order to help reduce your anxiety about the dental care needed. Also with advancement in dental technology there is very little pain associated with most dental services. However if you do feel any pain just let your dentist know so he or she can address right away.

In order for your child to recover from teeth grinding is noticing the problem. Many times parents do know even know their child is grinding their teeth. Here are some the the symptoms of teeth grinding.

* Sensitivity in the teeth. Take note if your child complains about hot or cold food or drink items hurting their teeth.

* Tightness or pain in the jaw. Clenching and grinding can cause jaw pain and normally it is more noticed in the mornings when waking up, or when chewing food.

* Dull headaches, earaches, or facial pain

* Chipped, worn down or loos teeth. Seeing a dentist regularly and informing your child dentist about any possible warning signs of teeth grinding is important in order to maintain your child dental and oral health.

Teeth grinding (Bruxism) is a common problem in adults as well as children. In fact according to a study three out of ten children grind or clench their teeth. This is usually due to losing teeth, jaw growth or other discomforts such as allergies. Kid also grind their teeth in response to stress and by taking measure to reduce or stop stress can help solve the problem. However make sure you talk to your child dentist and inform him or her that your child is grinding or clenching their teeth.

Question: Is Dental insurance is needed for new born baby?  I failed to enroll my baby to my current dental insurance plan I received though my employer. The next open enrollment to add her is not until January 2014. By then she will be a little over a year old. Should I wait it out or buy a dental insurance plan just for her?

Answer: The American Dental Association advises that a child should see a dentist by their first birth day or when they cut their first tooth. With that said, it can be difficult to find a dental insurance plan for just a minor. Most dental insurance plan will not write and individual dental insurance plan on a minor. This means you would need to buy a couple plan. Whether or not you decide you should buy a plan for three to four months is up to you. However keep in mind many insurance plan also have waiting periods or required that you keep the plan for at least a year.

Question: Dental Implant are they the best option for tooth loss? I know pretty much anything I want to do I know will not be covered under dental insurance because I currently have missing teeth with no current insurance.   Putting cost aside because that can always work itself out what is the best option for missing teeth replacement?

Would getting a bridge or partial be better the implants or are implants better?  I heard bad things about both that why I do not know which is the better choice.

Reply:  Dental insurance will typical cover to some degree dentures, partials and bridges. Dental implants due to cost and that they fall under cosmetic services are generally not a covered benefit.

However, with that said, what is best is really going to be up to you. They make partials and dentures so well now that you can not tell they are not your original teeth. In most cases they would be the lower cost option as dental implants cost rang is so great running anywhere from $1000 to $5000 per tooth.  Some dental offices reduce the cost of implants if you are getting more then one implant the more you get the better the cost but it can be still quite expensive.

If you are only replacing a few teeth then implants may be the best way to go. Reason for this is that partial and bridges can cause damage to the adjacent teeth over time. Where as implants are just like your normal teeth and will not do damage to any adjacent teeth.

I would suggest going to a three or four different dentist and getting a consultation. Many dental office will offer free consultations though they may make you pay for any x-rays taken. Therefore once you have X-rays taken, make sure to take them with you or have the dental office e-mail you copies so you do not have to keep having X-rays at each consultation you have.

Regardless of whether you are a new patient or a return patient it is important that you are confident in the quality of care that they dentist provides. First impressions are important but so is lasting impressions. Here is a check list that may help you make sure you are receiving quality dental care and service. Ask your yourself these questions.

1) Does the dental office provide a professional atmosphere and a willingness to address your concerns, such as any dental fears.

2) Does the dental office/dentist address your medical history thoroughly prior to dental treatment or does it seem like and afterthought? Health problems such as high blood pressure, should be monitored at every dental appointment. Other health problems may have an affect on your dental and oral health and should be address in order to received proper dental care.

3) When dental work is being performed are all staff members wearing masks, gloves and appropriated eye wear? Are all dental instruments stored in sealed bags and following sterilization? Are all your questions regarding sterilization being answered to your satisfaction?

4) When having your teeth cleaned does your dentist go over any areas of your mouth where more attentions is required. Is he or she taking pocket depth readings to assess for periodontal disease?

5) When present a dental treatment plan are all questions about the proposed treatment plan being adequately explained to you.

6) Is cost of the dental services explained to you prior to treatment? Has the dental office gone over with you how they handle insurance and billing?

Learning what your dentist can teach you is one helpful way of maintaining good dental care habits at home. You should really take the time to listen to your dentist at your checkup if he or she is advising you on better dental health habits. Also ask your dentist questions on maintain better health care habits at home, such as:

* How to floss your teeth properly
* What type of toothbrush do they recommend
* Is there any toothpaste or mouth rinse they would advise you to use.
* Whether you should use any special appliances or tools such as a water pick.
Taking the time to talk to your dentist about proper at home dental habits for your own dental needs will help you achieve healthier teeth and gums.

Question: I know it is my fault that I have not been taking proper care of my dental health.  But I only want kind replies.  I been to a open forum that lets you ask any questions but the replies were not kind. I am hoping that since this is a dental website I would get back helpful replies.  I noted you sell dental insurance but I do not know much about insurance.  I only know I need a plan that does not have waiting periods since I currently have a toothache that needs to be address right away.  Please advise your best plan for this.

Reply: Though our forum is open to anyone since we are all about dental insurance and dental care and replies are going to be kind and hopefully helpful to you.  With that said in California we have may good low cost dental insurance plans that do not have waiting periods. These would be our HMO plans, you can review when you enter your zip code in the quote box.

If you are in much dental pain and can not wait for the enrollment effective date you may also want to review the dental discount plans options we also have available in California.

Please call our member service if you have any questions or need help with any of our dental insurance plans. 310-534-3444 CA time 8-4 M-F they be happy to help you .

With the exception of a few medical conditions that can affect your teeth, clean healthy teeth do not get cavities. In order to keep your teeth and gums clean and healthy here are some few basic tips.

* Brush your teeth at least twice a day every day. A good time would be thirty minuets after breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

* Floss your teeth at least once a day. Carry floss on hand so if you eat something that does get stuck in-between your teeth, you are not waiting until you get home to floss and remove the food bit.

* Make sure to schedule (and keep) an appointment with your dentist for routine cleaning and examinations at least twice a year one every six months or as advise by your dentist.

* Keep denture, removable partials, retainer and other appliances clean. This would include regular brushing or soaking in cleaning solution.

Question:  Where is the free dental insurance health care plans? I can not find any. I do not have much money and looking for the lowest cost possible for my dental care.

Reply: On DentalInsuranceHealthcare.com there are no “Free” dental insurance plans and there are no free dental insurance plans that I know of out there.  However with that said there are and we offer them low cost dental insurance plans options such as our HMO’s plans though Delta Dental and Assurant as well as our dental discount plans though Careington and DentaChoiceplus. These plan run as low as $7.95 a month and as high as $12.95 a month for an indvidual. Though some of the plans do require you pay annually, they are still very affordable.

You can review these plan just by entering your zip code in the quote box provided. If you have any questions about the plans we offer please call our member service line at 310-534-3444.

Other options to get lower cost dental care you may want to look into would be:

* Dental clinics or dental schools both normally are much cheaper then general dentist. Depending on our dental needs and sometimes your cost of living they will try and make their services affordable for you. I suggest looking into this as an option if you can not afford even a low cost dental insurance plan.

Understanding the Damage That Plaque and Tartar Can Do To Your Teeth.

First it important to understand that tooth decay and gum disease are largely caused by plaque. (A sticky combination of food and bacteria) Plaque begins to accumulate on and between teeth within twenty minutes after eating. If plaque is not removed thoroughly each day, plaque will harden into tarter, which over time can start to cause tooth decay and gum disease.

Other damage plaque and tartar can cause to your dental and oral health would be cavities, gingivitis periodontitis abscesses, dental pain and bad breath.  In order to prevent this issues from happening proper at home dental habits are necessary as well as regular dental visits to your dentist for checks and cleanings.

Question: I have bad teeth and always having teeth issues. I just lost my job a month ago and so I no longer have dental insurance.  I am looking for a new job and I have a good chance at getting this one job but it only offers medical insurance after you been there three months.

If I get that job I will no longer have dental insurance.  Which to me is more important then the Medical since I use the dental insurance at least four to five times a year.   I can not go for to long with out  having dental insurance.

Reply: In the State of Texas we have 10 dental insurance and plan options ranging in cost as low as $7.95 a month for and individual to as high as around $47.00 a month for an individual depending on your zip code. From such companies as Delta Dental, Assurant, Careington and Standard Life and more.  In order to review our dental insurance and plan options just enter your zip code in the quote box provided. If you should have any questions about the plans offer please call our member service line at 310-534-3444 as we be happy to help.

Tonsil stones (tonsilloliths) can be misdiagnosed and are fairly common. Tonsil stones are caused by the accumulation of sulfur-producing bacteria and debris that become lodged in your tonsils. When they become dislodged they can look like a cottage cheese bit. Tonsil stones can also make people have bad breath issues as they have a bad order to them. Having good oral hygiene can help to prevent tonsil stones. While past treatments for tonsil stones included the removal of one’s tonsils, it is not always necessary. If you have frequent tonsil stones issues make sure to speak with your dentist about it so that you can explore other less evasive options.

There are serious complications that will arise due to not treating a dental abscess. These complications include, Loss of tooth, Spread of infection to soft tissue, blood infection, Spread of infection to the jaw bone, and spread of infection to other areas of the body such as brain which can cause brain abscess, endocarditis, pneumonia and or other complications.

Currently Unemployed with no Dental Benefits

Question: Right now I am currently unemployed with no dental insurance benefits.  My last job offer me dental so I was able to see the dentist two to three times a year.  Now after being laid off for the past ten months I worried about my teeth care.

What can I do?  My teeth are fine and I do take care of them but sometime if things go unchecked you start to have problems and I do not want to have bad teeth issues latter on just because I have no dental insurance to see a dentist.

Reply: That is a wise stance to take. Here at DentalInsuranceHealthcare.com we do so lower cost dental insurance plans in the state of FL that can  help you and make your dental care more affordable.

In Florida we Have lower cost HMO’s plans though Assurant, Delta Dental and Argus These plan run at around $10.00 a month for an individual but not some do have to be paid annually.  We also have a low cost dental discount plan offer though Aetna called DentaChoice+.  In order to review all these plan options just enter your zip code in the quote box provided and if you have any questions please call our member service line at 310-534-3444 as we be happy to help

The goal of treating an abscessed tooth is to cure the infection, save the tooth and prevent any complications. In order to achieve this goal the dentist will normally prescribe antibiotics in order to fight the infection. During this time what can also help is rinsing your mouth out with warm salt water, and using over the counter pain relievers to help relive any tooth pain you are having as well as reduce fever. After the infection is cured the dentist may advise a root canal in order to save the tooth. After the root canal is done you may also need to have a crown in order to protect the tooth.

By having dental insurance in force you are able to have root canal and crowns done at a more affordable cost. Some dental insurance plans have waiting periods (time period you need to have had the plan before major dental services are covered) therefore having dental insurance prior to any major dental care is needed is best advised.

What to do if you have an food lodged between teeth.
 
Some times while eating we can get food lodged between our teeth that just does not want to come out easily.  If you are eating out at the time this can also be irritating to you and your gums.

However never use a sharp object to remove anything from between your teeth. This technique doesn’t work, and you can end up cracking or chipping a tooth.  Best advise, carry dental floss with you at all times. I do not suggest flossing at the table but you can do so in the restroom.

As discussed in a a prior post abscessed tooth is not something to be taken lightly. Therefore it is important to understand the warning signs of a dental abscessed. Warning Signs of a Abscessed Tooth

* Continuous pain
* Breath Odor (Cause due to the Infection)
* Bitter taste in your mouth. (Caused due to the Infection)
* Pain when chewing
* Possible Fever
* Sensitivity of teeth to hot and cold food and drink items.
* Swelling of the gum over the infected tooth. (This may look like a pimple)
* Swollen glands of the neck
* A more very serious symptom would be Swollen area of the upper or lower jaw.

Do not let this warnings signs go unchecked by a dentist. Not only is your dental health at risk with a dental abscessed but so is your overall health. Infection can spread if left untreated causing serious health issues and death.