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It's Economic Pain That's Keeping Americans Away from the Dentist
7:00AM 10/02/2011
When times get tough, teeth just aren't on the top of the "take care of this now" list. And that's nothing to smile about. About half of Americans lack dental insurance, and 77% of those have postponed seeing a dentist because of the cost -- a choice that can have serious long-term consequences.
Nine Ways That Being Frugal Can Cost You More
8:00AM 3/19/2011
Retirement, Columns, Investing, Health Care, Investing Basics, Insurance
Being frugal is smart, and these days, it's fashionable too. But going too far in your attempts to save can have financial consequences that may leave you significantly worse off. Here are nine ways you shouldn't cut corners.
Can new gel replace dentist's drill?
1:15PM 6/29/2010
If you're putting off a trip to the dentist to avoid the dreaded drill, a new technique may eliminate your cavity without the need to open wide and cringe.
A new peptide embedded in soft gel or thin film placed next to a cavity encourages cells inside teeth to regenerate in about a month,...
Open wide: A dental exam on health reform
9:00AM 9/22/2009
Economy, healthcare, Insurance - Health Insurance, Insurance
When the 5-year-old boy opened wide for dentist Lindsey Robinson in April, she found cavities in the back corners of his mouth. But his parents, who had no insurance, didn't bring him back for fillings.
The boy returned in September with a toothache. Untreated, one cavity ''got into the nerve and...
Smile pretty: How to find dental care on a budget
10:00AM 9/08/2009
healthcare, Insurance - Health Insurance, Personal Finance, Saving Money
I used to have twice-yearly teeth cleanings when I had a full-time job with great health benefits. Now that I'm self-employed with a not-as-great healthcare plan, dental insurance is an unaffordable luxury right now. I've postponed the $125 cleaning this year as other bills are more pressing, but...
Secrets your dentist doesn't want you to know
1:00PM 8/27/2009
Going to the dentist may seem like a mundane chore, but it can quickly become an expensive one. Here's what you need to know to get the most for your money when shopping for dental care.
Recently, I addressed the annual convention of the International Association of Comprehensive Aesthetics...
I guess it was a couple nights ago that my youngest daughter was watching an episode of Hannah Montana on the Disney Channel, where it seems Miley was a wee bit afraid of going to the dentist. Well, she's not alone.One of the casualties of the recession is the twice-a-year dental visit ritual that...
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