Most of us think of insurance as a means to protect us and our families from unforeseen loss. While that’s the general definition, some insurance plans — like dental — don’t quite work that way. The typical dental plan actually works more like a discount coupon for dental services. Most are part of an employer-based […]
Dental implants are today’s preferred choice for replacing missing teeth. They’re the closest restoration to natural teeth—but at a price, especially for multiple teeth. If implants are beyond your current financial ability, an older, more affordable option is a removable partial denture (RPD). Similar in concept to a full denture, a RPD replaces one or […]
Even though coronavirus lockdowns have prevented TV hosts from taping live shows, they’re still giving us something to watch via virtual interviews. In the process, we’re given occasional glimpses into their home life. During a Tonight Show interview with Seahawks quarterback, Russell Wilson and his wife, R & B performer Ciara, Jimmy Fallon’s daughter Winnie interrupted […]
A traditional root canal procedure can be a “life-saver” for a decayed or injured tooth. But while it’s usually the best course for a damaged adult tooth, variations of the procedure are advisable for a new permanent tooth in a child or young adolescent. This is because the inner pulp, the focus of the treatment, […]
