All posts from Amanda Lowery
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Why Calcium is Essential for Childhood Growth
Your mom gave you a lot of wise advice when you were growing up, but one bit of wisdom holds especially true: Drink your milk!
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X-ray Exposure: Advice for the Dental Chair
X-ray vision lets Superman see through walls and your dentist see through bone. This superpower can be a powerful tool, allowing professionals to treat problems before they get bigger. But when should you limit exposure … Read More
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Why Dental Benefits Focus on Preventive Care
One word explains why dental benefits work: prevention. Most dental disease is preventable. Dental benefits are designed to help keep your smile healthy and prevent you from developing serious oral health problems.
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What Happens If You Get Referred to a Dental Specialist?
Your general dentist likely provides a broad range of preventive and restorative services, including routine cleanings and exams. However, if you have an oral health problem that requires specialized care, your dentist may refer you … Read More
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Smiles are Powerful Communicators
What can smiles communicate? Plenty. They can express love, kindness and confidence. They can reassure us and bring joy into our lives. Smiles also have the power to tell us about a person’s oral health.
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Put a Ban on Brittle Bones
You likely know that osteoporosis is a condition that makes bones prone to fracture as we age because they lose density and strength. The wrists, hips, and spine are most commonly affected, but it can … Read More
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How to Use Two Dental Plans
Dual Coverage: Coverage Under More Than One Dental Plan[1] It’s not uncommon for people to have coverage under two separate dental plans. For example, your dependents may be signed up for dental benefits through both … Read More
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Celebrate World Oral Health Day
Every year on March 20, more than 100 countries unite for World Oral Health Day to celebrate the importance of good oral hygiene. The 2016 theme “It all starts here. Healthy mouth. Healthy body,” acknowledges … Read More
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Dental Fellowship is a Plus for Wisconsin Residents
Access to dental care for low-income individuals in rural Wisconsin is getting a needed boost through the Delta Dental of Wisconsin Fellowship program of Marquette University Dental School. Rural areas face unique challenges when it … Read More
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Mouthing Off in March: How Proper Nutrition Helps Your Dentition
There’s more to good oral health than just brushing and flossing – what you eat also impacts your smile. In honor of National Nutrition Month, here are a few vitamins and minerals that will keep … Read More