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How Do Screens Affect Your Eyes?

By Matt Wilkes | Members, Vision Insurance, Vision Health | No Comments

To 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...

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What Is Considered a Dental Emergency?

By Matt Wilkes | Members, Dental Health | 11 Comments

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...

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Amalgam vs. Composite Fillings: Which Is Right for You?

By Matt Wilkes | Members, Dental Health | 1 Comment

Nobody 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,...

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5 Potential Signs You Have a Cavity

By Matt Wilkes | Members, Dental Health | No Comments

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...

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How Staying In-Network With Beam Helps You Save Money

By Matt Wilkes | Dental Insurance, Dental Benefits, Members | 2 Comments

When 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.

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5 Tips for Taking Care of Your Toothbrush

By Matt Wilkes | Members, Dental Health | 2 Comments

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...

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New to Dental Benefits? Here's Your Glossary of Common Terminology

By Matt Wilkes | Dental Insurance, Dental Benefits, Members | No Comments

When you’re new to dental benefits, you’ll likely get a lot of new and unfamiliar terminology thrown your way. It may seem like a complex, overwhelming amount of information right now, but don’t worry — it’s not as complicated as it appears.

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How to Find the Right Dentist for You

By Matt Wilkes | dentist, Dental Benefits, Members | 5 Comments

Whether you have just switched benefits or you’re ready to get a dental cleaning for the first time in a while, the first step is finding a dentist. Although sorting through the list of dentists in your area may seem daunting, it doesn’t have to be. If you're wondering how to find a dentist who...

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The Ins & Outs of Preventative Dental Care

By Matt Wilkes | Members, Dental Health | No Comments

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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Why You Should Use Your Dental Benefits Before Year-End

By Matt Wilkes | Dental Insurance, Dental Benefits, Members | No Comments

As you're determining your holiday schedule in this unusual year, don’t forget to make room for an appointment with your dentist.

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