--- title: Beam Dental Blog | Dental Health (2) description: Dental Health | Get oral health tips, understand your dental benefits better, and read the latest Beam news on our dental blog! (2) --- [![beam](https://blog.beam.dental/hubfs/Beam_Dental_March2018%20Theme/Images/beam_logo_dark@2x-278c5f6aef24a9f9801ee38e6728250b.png)](http://beam.dental/) - [Home](http://blog.beam.dental) - View Blogs For - [Brokers](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/brokers) - [Employers](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/employers) - [Members](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/members) - [News](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/beam-news) - Topics - [Dental Health](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) - [Dental Benefits](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-benefits) - [Vision Benefits](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/vision-insurance) - [Tech](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/technology) - [Games](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/games) - [FAQs](https://help.beamtoothbrush.com/hc/en-us) - [Login](https://app.beam.dental/) - [Home](http://blog.beam.dental) - View Blogs For - [Brokers](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/brokers) - [Employers](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/employers) - [Members](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/members) - [News](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/beam-news) - Topics - [Dental Health](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) - [Dental Benefits](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-benefits) - [Vision Benefits](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/vision-insurance) - [Tech](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/technology) - [Games](https://blog.beam.dental/tag/games) - [FAQs](https://help.beamtoothbrush.com/hc/en-us) - [Login](https://app.beam.dental/) # Beam Dental Blog # dental-health Apr 30 ## [Diet & Dental Health: How They Interact & Healthy Habits to Form](http://blog.beam.dental/diet-dental-health) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Members](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/members), [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) | [2 Comments](http://blog.beam.dental/diet-dental-health#comments-listing) 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](http://blog.beam.dental/cavities). Diet is important in any situation, of course, but it’s become especially... [Read More](http://blog.beam.dental/diet-dental-health) Apr 15 ## [Brush Up On Your Dental Health With a Crossword Puzzle!](http://blog.beam.dental/dental-health-crossword-puzzle) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Members](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/members), [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health), [Games](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/games) | [No Comments](http://blog.beam.dental/dental-health-crossword-puzzle#comments-listing) Looking 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! [Read More](http://blog.beam.dental/dental-health-crossword-puzzle) Apr 01 ## [What Is Considered a Dental Emergency?](http://blog.beam.dental/dental-emergency) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Members](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/members), [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) | [11 Comments](http://blog.beam.dental/dental-emergency#comments-listing) 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... [Read More](http://blog.beam.dental/dental-emergency) Mar 18 ## [Amalgam vs. Composite Fillings: Which Is Right for You?](http://blog.beam.dental/amalgam-vs-composite-fillings) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Members](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/members), [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) | [1 Comment](http://blog.beam.dental/amalgam-vs-composite-fillings#comments-listing) Nobody wants to have a cavity. But when you’re proactive about getting treatment after noticing [signs of tooth decay](http://blog.beam.dental/cavities), 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,... [Read More](http://blog.beam.dental/amalgam-vs-composite-fillings) Mar 11 ## [5 Potential Signs You Have a Cavity](http://blog.beam.dental/cavities) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Members](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/members), [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) | [No Comments](http://blog.beam.dental/cavities#comments-listing) 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](http://blog.beam.dental/preventative-dental-care). A cavity is also very treatable with early identification and... [Read More](http://blog.beam.dental/cavities) Feb 26 ## [What to Expect During a Dental Cleaning](http://blog.beam.dental/what-to-expect-during-a-dental-cleaning) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) | [No Comments](http://blog.beam.dental/what-to-expect-during-a-dental-cleaning#comments-listing) 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](http://blog.beam.dental/dental-anxiety), cost, or another reason — you may wonder what to expect before... [Read More](http://blog.beam.dental/what-to-expect-during-a-dental-cleaning) Feb 20 ## [5 Tips for Taking Care of Your Toothbrush](http://blog.beam.dental/5-tips-for-taking-care-of-your-toothbrush) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Members](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/members), [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) | [2 Comments](http://blog.beam.dental/5-tips-for-taking-care-of-your-toothbrush#comments-listing) Your toothbrush helps you take care of your teeth by removing harmful, [cavity](http://blog.beam.dental/cavities)-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... [Read More](http://blog.beam.dental/5-tips-for-taking-care-of-your-toothbrush) Feb 06 ## [What Is Dental Anxiety & How Can You Manage It?](http://blog.beam.dental/dental-anxiety) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) | [2 Comments](http://blog.beam.dental/dental-anxiety#comments-listing) If visiting the dentist makes you nervous and uncomfortable, you’re not alone. One study found that 58.8% of participants had some level of dental anxiety1. And it’s believed that between 9% and 15% of Americans put off going to the dentist2 because of it. [Read More](http://blog.beam.dental/dental-anxiety) Jan 29 ## [Pop Quiz! How Much Do You Know About Dental Health?](http://blog.beam.dental/dental-health-quiz) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health), [Games](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/games) | [7 Comments](http://blog.beam.dental/dental-health-quiz#comments-listing) The rest of the body often gets more attention, but your [dental health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) is just as important! Not only does it affect your appearance, but it also has a [whole-body impact](http://blog.beam.dental/how-gum-heart-health-are-connected). Practicing the right habits and taking a [preventative approach](http://blog.beam.dental/preventative-dental-care) can help you maintain a healthy smile, avoid issues such as gum... [Read More](http://blog.beam.dental/dental-health-quiz) Jan 08 ## [The Ins & Outs of Preventative Dental Care](http://blog.beam.dental/preventative-dental-care) By [Matt Wilkes](http://blog.beam.dental/author/matt-wilkes) | [Members](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/members), [Dental Health](http://blog.beam.dental/tag/dental-health) | [No Comments](http://blog.beam.dental/preventative-dental-care#comments-listing) Prevention is the best medicine. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. You’ve heard the cliches before, and they’re repeated often for a reason. Preventative care is crucial for everyone to follow — especially when it involves dental health. 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