HOW TO EARN YOUR TOOTH FAIRY WINGS

:DentalPlans Helps Parents Make that First Tooth Loss Special for National Tooth Fairy Day August 22PLANTATION, FL— Whether it’s pushed, wiggled or pulled, losing that first baby tooth brings with it a visit from the tooth fairy, which is a big deal in any home; so many parents want to get it right. But what if you've never played tooth fairy before? How do you set the right precedent to make it special? :DentalPlans, a leading provider of dental savings plans, an affordable alternative to dental insurance for families, has some creative advice for enjoying this important rite of passage to

DO FLORIDIANS HAVE THE HEALTHIEST SMILES?

Plantation-based Company Survey Indicates Above Average Oral Health in South & Provides Resources to Keep it that WayPLANTATION, Fl. :DentalPlans, a leader in dental savings plans, an affordable alternative to dental insurance, is pleased to announce that its state-wide network of dentists continues to offer affordable options in urban, suburban and rural areas where dentists are needed most. Florida is one of the most underserved states for dental care services, ranking just behind California. According to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA.gov), Florida has a Dental

:DentalPlans SmileIndex™ Survey Reveals Affordability Key Issue

Dental Insurance Only for SomePLANTATION, FL--(June 09, 2015) - In the newly released :DentalPlans SmileIndex™, an annual survey* on oral care access and affordability, 62 percent of the nationwide respondents were found to have dental insurance. Respondents with dental insurance tend to be younger, married with children, have a Bachelor's degree, and make $50,000+ (75 percent of respondents with dental insurance make between $50,000 -$99,000 and 85 percent of those with incomes greater than $100,000). Only 39 percent of those making less than $25,000 have dental insurance. The survey was

:DentalPlans Releases Battle of the Sexes Survey for Valentine's Day

How Do Men and Women Compare When You Mix Dental Health and Dating Issues?At home alone this Valentine’s Day? Blame your teeth. According to a new survey* by :DentalPlans, bad breath and other oral health issues are one of the top three dating "deal breakers.” Dental dilemmas were superseded only by having an “insanely jealous ex” and “being unemployed” as the top reasons to break off a budding romance. The good news is that a great smile can help you connect with your soul mate. Thirty-one percent of those polled, both men and women, said that mouths are the facial feature they notice

This is your family's budget on healthcare

:DentalPlans Survey Uncovers Ways Americans Save on HealthcarePLANTATION, FL (Oct. 1 2014) —A typical family of four paid an estimated $9,144 in out of pocket health costs according to The Milliman Medical Index. And medical costs continue to climb and consume more of the family budget, leaving struggling families looking for ways to save.  The :DP SmileMeter™, a national survey conducted in July 2014 found that 25 percent of people have cut out other areas of their budget to better afford healthcare services.*  ** “We are here to provide affordable solutions for dental care so that

Ways Family's Save on Healthcare

BRACE YOURSELF FOR THE COST OF BRACES

Families Can Turn to :DentalPlans to Help Pay for Orthodontic CarePLANTATION, FL (July 31, 2014) --Somewhere between the ages of 6 and 14 studies indicate that more than 4 million* children will go through a rite of passage. No, it’s not prom. It is getting braces. But what used to be referred to as, “tinsel teeth” or “metal mouth,” due to brace’s shining silver framework, can become a color wheel full of choices, or hardly seen at all with advancements in technology with products like Invisalign®.    “Straight teeth are more than just attractive, they will provide years of smiling,

What Is A Healthy Smile Worth?

What is a healthy smile worth? Everything, when you consider the many facets of life impacted by your smile. Leading industry experts estimate that a smile brings not only positive feelings, but could also attract a significant other, help land a job or promotion, build up self-confidence and maybe even bring good luck. Not to mention that your oral health is directly connected to your overall health and well-being. More than one-third of Americans do not have access to dental insurance, according to a U.S. Senate subcommittee on primary health and aging. And only 45 percent of Americans,

What Is A Healthy Smile Worth?

What is a healthy smile worth? Everything, when you consider the many facets of life impacted by your smile. Leading industry experts estimate that a smile brings not only positive feelings, but could also attract a significant other, help land a job or promotion, build up self-confidence and maybe even bring good luck. Not to mention that your oral health is directly connected to your overall health and well-being. More than one-third of Americans do not have access to dental insurance, according to a U.S. Senate subcommittee on primary health and aging. And only 45 percent of Americans,

:DENTALPLANS EXPANDS HEALTH PLAN OPTIONS WITH LEADER IN PRESCRIPTION SERVICES

CVS iSave® Plan Offers Health Savings on Dental, Plus 9 Additional Ways to Save:DentalPlans is expanding its network of programs by adding CVS Caremark, the largest pharmacy health care provider in the United States, to the company’s long list of distinguished program partnerships. :DentalPlans, the largest marketplace of dental savings plans, is pleased to announce the addition of the CVS iSave® plan, which offers dental discounts, plus savings on additional health care needs, including: MinuteClinic® the medical clinic in CVS/pharmacy locations nationwide, vision, pharmacy, fitness

What Is A Healthy Smile Worth?

Yours Might Be Worth $5,000 at :DentalPlansWhat is a healthy smile worth? Everything, when you consider the many facets of life impacted by your smile. Leading industry experts estimate that a smile brings not only positive feelings, but could also attract a significant other, help land a job or promotion, build up self-confidence and maybe even bring good luck. Not to mention that your oral health is directly connected to your overall health and well-being. More than one-third of Americans do not have access to dental insurance, according to a U.S. Senate subcommittee on primary health and

86 PERCENT OF HEALTHCARE EXCHANGE ENROLLEES OPT NOT TO PURCHASE STAND-ALONE DENTAL INSURANCE

:DentalPlans Offers Dental Savings Plans for Americans that Puts Money Back in Their PocketsThe Federal Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that there are 1,129,739 enrollees through Federally-Facilitated Marketplaces who purchased stand-alone dental insurance through the first open enrollment period ending March 31, 2014 for the Affordable Care Act (ACA). That leaves 86 percent of exchange enrollees opting not to purchase stand-alone dental insurance through the exchange. This means that many people gaining insurance through the health care law might not have dental

:DENTALPLANS TALKS EYE HEALTH

Healthy Eating, Check ups, Vision Care Could Ward Off Age-related Vision ProblemsMore than 30 million Americans suffer from some degree of age-related vision loss. But, did you know eating healthy could help ward off age-related vision problems, such as macular degeneration? According to the National Eye Institute, it’s not just carrots that are good for your eyes. Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, like dark leafy greens such as spinach, kale, or collard greens, is important for keeping your eyes healthy too. Research also shows eating fish high in omega-3 fatty acids, such as

Knowing the Drill: How the ACA—Affordable (Health) Care Act--Affects Your Dental Care

So…you enrolled in one of the health plans offered on a government or state-sponsored marketplace via the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Congratulations…that’s one less thing to worry about! But did you know that the majority of those plans do not include dental care? It’s true. Yours very well may not. And since dental health is a critical part of your overall health…you’re probably thinking “great…now what?” Don’t panic. Here are some things you need to know, as well as, a terrific and cost-effective solution. Please read on. The ACA and Children While the ACA defines dental care