According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, nearly a quarter of consumers have no savings for emergencies. It’s important to learn how much money you need in your emergency fund and why essential healthcare, like dental care, should be part of the conversation when determining how much to save in your emergency fund.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but it’s also a tough time for your teeth. Chances are you overindulge a bit with the sugary treats over the holidays, aggravating a cavity you didn’t know you had.
Popcorn can be a healthy snack, containing plenty of fiber, and even some antioxidants. So, what’s not to like about it? Ask your periodontist or dental hygienist that question, and they may reply with just two words: gum abscess.
A study by the American Dental Association found that every 15 seconds a patient comes into the ER for a dental emergency. The ADA estimates that 79% of the visits could have been better addressed by a visit to the dentist.
Helmets, knee pads, shin guards … anyone who plays sports or has an athletic kid is familiar with this protective gear. But unless your sport is football or hockey, you may have only seen mouth guards in the aisle of your local sports or drug store.
Sudden hearing loss, which may also include symptoms such as ringing in your ear, a feeling that your ear or sinuses are blocked, and dizziness, can potentially be caused by inflammation following dental work.
An accident or a sudden blow to the face can cause severe jaw pain and injury. Learn how to recognize a potentially broken or dislocated jaw—and what to do about it.
Chipped and cracked teeth are among the most common traumatic dental injuries. But teeth that are treated appropriately—and in a timely manner—have the best chance for a full recovery.
Dental injuries can result from auto accidents, sports mishaps, falls, and many other causes. People who suffer from a traumatic dental injury need prompt first aid and appropriate treatment.
Tooth pain may be severe or mild; it may happen only occasionally, or increase over time. But whatever the case, it requires your attention—tooth pain indicates a problem in your mouth.
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