Moreno & Young Dental Blog

If you weren’t already aware, your dental insurance benefits restart at the beginning of each year, and most plans typically cover 100 percent of the cost of two checkups and cleanings that are spaced-out between six months. To start your year off right and squeeze both of your appointments in, be sure to schedule your checkup and cleaning at the beginning of 2021. Read on to learn more about what makes these routine preventive appointments so critical in maintaining good oral health.

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Avoid Dental Emergencies Throughout the Year

It’s safe to say that 2020 was a pretty chaotic year that most people are happy to leave behind them. The looming threat of financial insecurity along with getting sick may have caused your anxiety to peak. In the new year, you can take small preventive steps to keep more unpredictable situations from occurring, like painful and shocking dental emergencies.

By visiting your dentist for a checkup and cleaning early on in the year, you can treat any small issues that may have developed within the last six months of seeing your dentist. Not only will treating them early-on minimize the damage they cause to your smile, but it will likely keep you from needing to visit your emergency dentist.

Build a Good At-Home Routine with Your Dentist’s Guidance

If you keep getting cavities and you’re just not sure why, with your dentist’s guidance at your bi-annual appointment, you can optimize your at-home oral hygiene routine and keep your oral health on the right track throughout the year. Your dentist can provide you with toothpaste and toothbrush recommendations specific to your needs, teach you the proper brushing and flossing technique, and even alert you to areas of your mouth that you may not be brushing as well as other areas.

Learn How Bad Oral Habits are Impacting You

If you smoke or chew tobacco or bite your nails, you’re at a greater risk of developing oral infections, experiencing dental damage, and being diagnosed with oral conditions like cancer. If your dentist begins noticing the early effects of these habits, they can alert you to how they’re impacting your oral health and help you make small steps towards quitting them. With professional guidance and the right resources, you can gradually improve your oral and overall wellbeing.

Make the New Year a Good One!

By scheduling your routine checkup and cleaning with your dentist at the beginning of 2021, you’ll be able to rest-assured that you can avoid stressful and painful oral situations down the road, making your year that much more enjoyable.

About the Practice

At Moreno & Young Dental, our team consists of three highly experienced, friendly, and skilled dentists who do everything they can to optimize their patients’ oral health. By offering comprehensive dental care, our team is able to help children, teens, adults, and seniors develop excellent oral practices to preserve their smile for a lifetime. If you haven’t scheduled your family’s checkups and cleanings yet, be sure to do so by visiting Moreno & Young Dental’s website or calling 360-676-0642.

According to the CDC, 20.6 million people have been diagnosed with COVID-19, and 351 thousand have died. It’s easy to say that the coronavirus has created a lot of concern when it comes to leaving your home. Tooth decay, gingivitis and other dental issues can’t be paused, so you may be wondering, “How safe is it to go to the dentist near me?” Luckily, your dentist in Bellingham has updated their sterilization protocols to provide patients with an incredibly safe environment. Keep reading to learn what you can expect when visiting the dentist during the current pandemic and why you shouldn’t worry.

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Many people all across the country have dental insurance and benefit from it every year. In fact, the National Association of Dental Plans reports that 77 million Americans have dental benefits, and most of them have private coverage through an employer or group program. However, since it is so different from medical insurance, it can be difficult to navigate and grasp a full understanding on how to best maximize your benefits. Thankfully, your dentist in Bellingham is here to help. Continue reading to learn more about the different types of plans, what they cover, and other things you should know.

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Even if you’re missing just one tooth, it can make everyday tasks like eating frustrating. While there are several options available to replace lost teeth, the most beneficial choice by far is dental implants. Because they fully integrate with the jawbone, they boast a success rate of over 95%, even after 10 or more years. However, this treatment isn’t right for everyone. Here are five problems that might not make you a good candidate for dental implants in Bellingham.

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While most people aren’t thrilled about visiting their dentist, they can accept that it’s a necessary part of life. However, for some people, the very thought of getting dental work done fills them with an overwhelming sense of dread. Dental anxiety and dental phobia can keep you from getting the oral health care you need, which can lead to larger and more painful complications later. That’s why your Bellingham sedation dentist offers a variety of calming sedation services to help ease these fears. Read on to learn more about a powerful sedation method called IV sedation dentistry and how to tell if it’s right for you!

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If you’re missing teeth, you know how frustrating it can be on a daily basis. Fortunately, with modern dental technology, you have many different options when it comes to replacing your missing teeth so you can have your life back. One solution that is becoming more and more popular throughout the years is dental implants. But not everyone makes a good candidate for this life-changing procedure. Continue reading to learn about which qualities make dental implants in Bellingham a good choice for you.

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The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a stir in everyone’s daily routines and made patients second-guess about whether or not they should be visiting their dentist in Bellingham for routine checkups and cleanings. If you’re still on the fence about scheduling your appointment, you will likely benefit from the collection of questions that patients are asking their dental team during the COVID-19 crisis, below. With this vital information in hand, you can make a decision that’s good for your oral and overall health. (more…)

For many, visiting a dentist in Bellingham is like visiting a second home, especially if they have been going to that dentist for many years and even multiple generations! However, while dentists love greeting their patients with hugs and friendly handshakes, it’s much better to be safe rather than sorry in the age of COVID-19. For this reason, it’s important to consider other ways to greet and get in contact with a dentist however you can. Here are just a few ways to do that to help you get started!

 

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Back in the old days, dentists would take a few minutes to wash their hands, throw on some disposable gloves and a mask, and be ready to perform any number of dental treatments. However, the current COVID-19 pandemic is causing many dental professionals to take a closer look at their current safety standards. The next time you need to visit a dentist in Bellingham, you can expect far more strict safety protocols to reduce disease transmission, which you can read about in more detail below!

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