House E&C Committee Passes Ensuring Lasting Smiles Act

…is medically necessary to restore or achieve a normal appearance or function of the body. As currently written, the bill would not include dental plans in its requirements. Discussion during previous hearings…

2020 Webinar Program Enhanced with Free Registration

…relations topics, NADP Webinar Recordings deliver dental specific content designed to help you succeed. Here’s just a sampling of the free content available to all NADP members: Building Standout Experiences…

…management accountability. SKYGEN’s achievement of receiving this accreditation underscores its commitment to serving customers as a trusted partner to help deliver the highest quality of patient care. ### About SKYGEN…

Mobile Scavenger Hunt Winners

…networking opportunities. You earn points for exploring the app and earning achievements, and you can even opt-in to compete on the leaderboard against other event attendees. You never know who…

Bills Addressing Dental Benefits in Medicare Introduced in Congress

…of the Medicare-X Choice Act. They see the bill as a way to achieve universal health care. It is the 3rd iteration of the bill and changes are that it…

June is National Oral Health Month – A Reason to Smile!

…gum line. Incorporate flossing into your routine to maintain a healthy mouth. Consider alternatives like floss picks or water flossers if you find traditional floss challenging. Healthy Eating Habits: What…

United Concordia Dental Offers Four Tips to Keep Kids Cavity-Free this Summer

…hygiene. To stay on track with good oral health during the summer, kids should brush their teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and floss at least once daily. Depending…

Recent Research Points to a Two-Way Relationship Between Mental and Oral Health

…untreated, oral health issues — cavities, gum disease, bad breath, mouth pain and tooth loss, for example — can cause feelings of anxiety, embarrassment, shame and low self-esteem.” According to…

Gum Disease Impacts More than Just Oral Health

…the two. However, gum disease and tooth loss are known to boost stroke risk. And researchers at Harvard Health Publications suggest that inflammation in your body caused by gum disease…

Oral & Overall Health – KIDNEY DISEASE

…with tooth loss In postmenopausal women, Chronic kidney disease (CKD) and tooth loss may be associated. The association is significant in postmenopausal women, aged 66 to 79 years. The Journal…