The Danger of Sour Candy

Sour CandyA recent study from The Journal of the American Dental Association showed that sour candies are more erosive than their original-flavor counterparts. In the study, researchers compared both original-flavor and sour versions of popular candies to compare their erosive effects on teeth. The following candies were used in the study: original-flavor Jolly Rancher, sour Jolly Rancher, original-flavor Life Savers, sour Life Savers, original-flavor Mike & Ike, sour Mike & Ike, …

How to verify your dentist’s license

Given the recent news stories about people practicing dentistry without a license (here and here), I thought it would be a good idea to review how to verify a dentist’s license. In California, you can visit the website: California State Board of Dentistry for helpful information about dentistry. On this website you can verify the current status of a California-licensed Dentist or a Registered Dental Assistant on this

Understanding Dental Insurance – Putting your money where your mouth is

If you would like to read the full article you can read it at Dentist Finder San Diego.

The four most common kinds of plans are:

  1. Direct Reimbursement Programs
  2. Preferred Provider Organizations
  3. Capitation Plans
  4. Indemnity Plans

1. Direct Reimbursement Programs

With these programs, your employer reimburses you directly for part or all of your dental treatment expenses. All procedures and treatment methods are usually covered, and you can see any …

Where to find low cost dental care in San Diego

dental_plan_insurance_23395With these hard economic times, many people no longer have dental insurance and some of those people simply stop going to the dentist. People often assume that if their tooth doesn’t hurt, then they must not need to see the dentist. The truth is that delaying preventative care like cleanings can cost you more in the long run. There are several low cost options available to you to help maintain …