Dental procedures are by far the most common type of cosmetic procedures. According to a 2023 Statista survey, out of all cosmetic procedures done, 46% of them were some form of cosmetic dental work. This is a much larger percentage than those who get things like weight loss surgery or breast augmentation. Part of the...
Wisdom teeth, also called third molars, begin to come in sometime between ages 16 and 23. For people who have plenty of room in their jaws, these final four teeth (one on either side on the top and bottom) will erupt without any trouble. There is also a small group of people who never develop...
For patients missing teeth, dental implants are an important investment in their oral and overall health. And the financial investment is significant, so finding ways to afford them is key to the decision. The nagging question of whether or not dental implants are covered by insurance can be difficult to research. Interpreting dental insurance benefits...
A beautiful smile can be yours, but it often comes with a hefty price tag. If you have dental insurance, it’s natural to wonder if cosmetic dental work like veneers is covered. Unfortunately, in most cases, the answer is “no.” But before giving up on the idea, it’s worth exploring the exceptions to that rule,...
Teeth whitening is a cosmetic procedure. This means that it is an elective procedure, rather than something that is necessary for the person’s health. Unfortunately most insurance, even dental insurance, does not cover cosmetic dentistry. A lack of insurance coverage does not have to rule out whiter teeth. There are things that you can do...
Suppose you get a checkup and the dentist discovers cavities. You need to get them filled to prevent further tooth decay. The procedure is not too costly, but you cannot pay out of pocket right now. Does insurance cover the cost of dental fillings? It all depends on what kind of insurance is under discussion....
Small cavities need fillings, and badly damaged teeth need crowns, right? But what happens when a tooth falls somewhere in between? Introducing dental inlays and onlays. Sometimes called “partial crowns,” these custom restorations are designed specifically to fit your tooth’s shape, size, and bite and are used to repair moderate decay or fractures while preserving...
Even though it’s one of the most common procedures in dentistry, most people have never heard of it. A frenectomy is usually recommended in connection with tongue-tie or lip-tie in babies, braces in teens, or gum problems in adults. If a dentist or specialist has brought up a frenectomy for you or your child, the...
When most people think about a smile, teeth are generally the first thing that comes to mind. Yet, gums also play an important role in the way a smile looks. Some people’s gums are more noticeable than others, and some don’t show at all. When a patient isn’t happy with the appearance of their gums,...
You may have heard of a dental treatment called sealants— especially if you have taken a child to the dentist recently. But you might not know what they are, how they work, or if sealants are worth it. We will explain how this common dental treatment can help build a strong foundation for a healthy...