Generally under most dental insurance plans a limited oral evaluation is consider preventive service. A limited oral evaluation is problem focused, which is an evaluation that is limited to a specific oral health problem. This may require interpretation of information acquired through additional diagnostic procedures. Definitive procedures may be required on the same date as the evaluation. Typically, patients receiving this type of evaluation have been referred for a specific problem and/or present with dental emergencies, trauma, acute infection, etc.

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A periodic oral evaluation is an evaluation performed on a patient of record to determine any changes in the patient’s dental and medical health status since a previous comprehensive or periodic evaluation. This may require interpretation of information acquired through additional diagnostic procedures. Report additional diagnostic procedures separately.  Generally under most dental insurance plan it is a type of preventive dental care service that is normally covered at 100 percent. 

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An Endodontist dentist is a dental specialist who limits his/her practice to treating disease and injuries of the pulp and associated periradicular conditions.

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The fact is that your health is greatly effected by your oral health. Therefore it is important to maintain your dental health by having your Periodic oral evaluation at least twice a year at your dentist. If you have dental insurance under most plans this type of service falls under preventive care and is little to no cost to you.

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Whether you are searching for a PPO or and HMO for an individual dental insurance plan our website provides many plan options for both. For dental PPO plans we have plans though Delta Dental and AmFirst,. For our HMO insurance plan options with have plans though California Dental and Delta Dental, and Dental Health Services. We even provide dental discount plan options for your review. Just enter your zip code in the quote box provide in order to review all your dental insurance options we have available.

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Under most dental insurance plans preventive dental services such as general or basic cleanings are covered at no cost to you.   The common dental term used for this type of cleaning is dental prophylaxis, which is a scaling and polishing procedure performed to remove coronal plaque, calculus, and stains.

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At CaliforniaDentalInsurance.com we strive to offer as many different companies and plan choices. Since currently we have over 40 dental insurance and plan options price can start as low as $7.95 a month for and individual and as high as $200.00 depending on the plans and rated area. By provide you with as many options a possible you are able to choose the most cost-effective plan for you and or your family.

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A dental discount plan is a good low cost way to help reduce your dental care cost. You will however, want to use caution with this type of dental plan since it is not insurance. The managing organizations have negotiated with local dental offices to establish a set price for a particular dental procedure and offer deep discounts (some up to 70%) off the regular ADA pricing code.

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I would like to get an inexpensive dental insurance plan for my six year old son.  I do not have much money, and I am only looking to get dental insurance for my son dental health care.   He has been to the dentist once and without insurance it was very costly, I worry that he may get new cavities or something.  Can you advise if you have any dental plan that can help me afford proper dental care for my son.  

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Dental sealants helps to prevent tooth decay

California dental sealants prevent tooth decay and also stop cavities from growing: Sealants prevent tooth decay and also stop cavities from growing. The Surgeon General’s report on oral health indicates that sealants can reduce decay in school children by more than 70 percent.

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Canker sores are different than fever blisters. They are small, red or white, shallow ulcers occurring on the tongue, soft palate, or inside the lips and cheeks, they do not occur in the roof of the mouth or the gums. They are quite painful, and usually last 5-10 days.

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Fever blisters result from a herpes simplex virus that becomes active. This virus is latent (dormant) in afflicted people, but can be activated by conditions such as stress, fever, trauma, hormonal changes, and exposure to sunlight. When lesions reappear, they tend to form in the same location.

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Inlays, onlays, crowns and aesthetic veneers May fracture under heavy biting loads Strength depends on adequate porcelain thickness; it requires moderate tooth reduction during preparation Highly resistant to wear, but porcelain can rapidly wear opposing teeth if its surface becomes rough Color and translucency mimic natural tooth appearance Cost is about 10% higher; requires at least two office visits and laboratory services

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Many dentist currently no longer use amalgam filling option going with a resin base filling instead. However, many people still have old mercury amalgam filling that are made up of almost 50 percent mercury, which can make some people sick.  Having these mercury filling replaces with porcelain filling makes for a healthier and stronger restoration option.  If you have questions about your silver or amalgam filling talk to your dentist and see if replacing with porcelain is a good option for you.

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Veneers are ultra-thin shells of ceramic (porcelain) or a composite resin material, which are bonded to the front of teeth. This procedure requires little or no anesthesia and can be the ideal choice for improving the appearance of the front teeth. Veneers are placed to mask discolorations, to brighten teeth and to improve a smile.

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My mom is 72 and is on a fixed income. She only get teeth extraction though her medicare. She has all her teeth and none of them need to be pulled. However she really can not afford to have just basic dental health care. Are there dental insurance plans that can offer really good basic coverage for her?

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Fever blisters are fluid-filled blisters that commonly occur on ones lips. However, they can also occur on the gums and roof of the mouth, but this is rare. Fever blisters are usually painful, pain may precede the appearance of the lesion by a few days. The blisters rupture within hours, then crust over. They last about seven to ten days. 

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Question: My son just turn four month old and I think he is already teething. This is our first child, so we are not sure when a baby will normally start teething.  Can they teeth at four month? Should I take him to see a dentist or a doctor? 

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There can be many different symptoms and signs that your baby may be teething. Since all babies are different it is hard to say what your baby may do when teething.  Listed are some of the signs that seem to appear when a baby is teething, you should always still check with your doctor to make sure your baby is teething and to rule out any other possible causes. 

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I am in need of two dental crowns. I am trying to find a dental insurance plan that will cover at least 50 percent or more on a crown and one that will start right away since I am need of the crowns now. Is there dental insurance like want I need?

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