Dental insurance works like most other types of insurance. It offers coverage from January 1 to December 31 each year. There is no “rollover” in your coverage, so what you do not use is simply wasted. Most dental insurance plans provide benefits that cover dental care up to $1,000 – $1,500 per person (check your… Continue reading
Did you just discover that you’re pregnant? There’s so much to be excited about when you’re first expecting. Not only is your body going to rapidly change, but so are your health and your hormones. Since life is about to get a bit more complicated, it’s important to remember the little things, like brushing and… Continue reading
Toothaches or tooth pain can be caused by a number of different conditions, some more serious than others. Of all the causes of tooth pain, an abscessed tooth is one of the more serious dental health problems. An abscessed tooth is a painful condition that is caused by an infection at the root of a… Continue reading
As we start to feel a chill in the air, notice leaves changing color and falling, we begin to anticipate the upcoming holiday season. As autumn approaches, many children all around the nation begin dreaming of the delicious treats they will collect by the sack-full this Halloween. To a child, Halloween is a wickedly wonderful… Continue reading
Even if you practice excellent oral hygiene and have healthy teeth and gums, you may still dislike certain aesthetic elements of your smile. Elective cosmetic dentistry procedures can help improve the appearance of the teeth and gums for a brighter, whiter, more dazzling outcome. At Juban Cowen Dental Care, Drs. Michael Juban and Dr. Cody… Continue reading
Do you love your teeth? Are you always looking for ways to brighten your smile? If you care about your oral health, you may want to consider eating foods that actually help your teeth. Come on, your teeth are yours to keep for a lifetime, isn’t it time to show your teeth some love? There… Continue reading
Cavities, also called dental caries are the largest common chronic childhood disease. Recent findings now point to studies that have found cavities to be contagious as an infectious disease. Sound crazy? I have a question for all of you mothers out there. How many of you have cleaned off your child’s pacifier by putting it… Continue reading
Christmas is right around the corner. That means that Santa and his elves are watching every move you make to see if you should be on the “Naughty” or “Nice” list this year. Santa is very concerned about your dental hygiene and your dental health. Will your dental hygiene land you on the “Nice” list… Continue reading
There’s good news if you didn’t have braces as a teenager and are tired of your crooked teeth! Perhaps you had braces when you were younger only to have your teeth shift back because you didn’t wear your retainers. If you struggle with the appearance of your smile as an adult you have some new… Continue reading
Tis’ the season to be jolly! With the holiday season upon use comes many occasions to enjoy alcoholic treats such as eggnog, spiced cider, wine and beer. However, if you are concerned about protecting your oral health, you will want to moderate your alcohol consumption this holiday season. This is because there is also a… Continue reading