You probably know that what you eat affects everything from energy levels to heart health. It’s likely no surprise, then, that your diet also impacts dental health. Too many sugary foods, for example, can cause cavities. Diet is important in any situation, of course, but it’s become especially...
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Apr
15
Brush Up On Your Dental Health With a Crossword Puzzle!
By Matt Wilkes | Members, Dental Health, Games | No CommentsLooking for a fun way to pass the time during quarantine? Trying to teach your kids about their dental health? Fill out our dental-themed crossword puzzle below!
Apr
09
How Do Screens Affect Your Eyes?
By Matt Wilkes | Members, Vision Insurance, Vision Health | No CommentsTo say the world has gone digital would be an understatement. From working to shopping, many daily tasks are now performed on computers, smartphones, and tablets. A 2018 study of 2,000 Americans showed that the average person spends nearly seven hours per day looking at a screen1. For those who get...
Apr
01
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, dental offices have been among the many businesses impacted. While some have temporarily closed, many are still seeing patients for emergencies only. You can probably guess that a tooth stain doesn’t constitute a dental emergency, but what does warrant calling...
Mar
25
How Tech Helps Brokers Make the Most of Working From Home
By Matt Wilkes | Brokers, Technology, Working From Home | No CommentsMany insurance brokers incorporate technology into their businesses to stay competitive in an increasingly digital world. The importance of tech is being put to the test with the COVID-19 pandemic. With people across the world forced to work from home, brokers using digital tools are...
Mar
18
Amalgam vs. Composite Fillings: Which Is Right for You?
By Matt Wilkes | Members, Dental Health | 1 CommentNobody wants to have a cavity. But when you’re proactive about getting treatment after noticing signs of tooth decay, there are effective options for treating it! Tooth fillings are the treatment of choice for most small- to medium-sized cavities. They can restore a tooth’s normal function,...
Mar
11
Did you know over 80% of Americans1 have at least one cavity by the time they turn 34 years old. If that statistic sounds alarming, you can take some solace in knowing that tooth decay is avoidable with preventative dental care. A cavity is also very treatable with early identification and...
Mar
05
How Staying In-Network With Beam Helps You Save Money
By Matt Wilkes | Dental Insurance, Dental Benefits, Members | 2 CommentsWhen you schedule an appointment with your dental provider, one of your first questions will probably be: “How much will it cost?” We get it, and we’re here to help you understand your dental benefits a little bit better.
Feb
26
You’ve heard the standard recommendation before: visit the dentist two times a year for routine exams and cleanings. But if you’re someone who hasn’t seen a dentist in a long time — whether due to your schedule, dental anxiety, cost, or another reason — you may wonder what to expect before...
Feb
20
Your toothbrush helps you take care of your teeth by removing harmful, cavity-causing plaque. But your brush needs proper care, too, to do its job effectively. Maintaining your brush will maximize how much bacteria it can remove — and prevent bacteria from getting back into your mouth. The...
