Lately, there has been a lot of press coverage given to “the right to healthcare”, to “ObamaCare”, but have you heard a word about dentistry? What is dental insurance, and how does it affect your care? Dental insurance has become commonplace–almost as ubiquitous as major medical health coverage.

Stephanie Smith DMDBy: Stephanie Smith, DMD
Just as the “eyes are the window to the soul”, the mouth is the window to the health of your body. For far too long, the oral health has been considered a completely separate entity from your general health. But when there
is an underlying physical condition, your
teeth and gums can speak volumes about
your well-being.

By Stephanie Smith DMD
In today’s culture as we watch celebrities and newscasters flash beautiful smiles from television shows and magazine covers, fabulously straight, white teeth have become the norm. However, many adults start the day with a headache instead of a smile! Increasing evidence shows that all too often, these issues are related to the way your teeth bite together as well as the way they look. Crooked teeth, plaque catchers, dental food traps, and “clicking” noises can indicate the need for orthodontic intervention. In other words, many adults need …