No one ever expects to get gum disease, but you’d be surprised by how common it is. The CDC estimates that about half of all Americans over the age of 30 will suffer from gum disease at some point. Far too many of these people don’t even know that they have the condition until it has already done severe damage and necessitated expensive treatments. Luckily, it’s fairly easy to avoid gum disease if you visit your dentist for two routine checkups per year. Keep reading to learn how you can prevent gum disease and save money by making the most of your dental insurance benefits.

Are you frustrated by how difficult it is to eat, talk, or smile without all of your teeth? Then you may have looked into replacing them with dental implants. By far the most complex and lifelike tooth replacement, dental implants also tend to come with a higher price tag than dentures and dental bridges. You might be wondering whether your dental insurance provider will cover some of the costs. Learn the answer by reading on!