Dental appointments are still needed after receiving dentures, normally once a year,  more if necessary. The dentist will make any necessary adjustments to your dentures.  Never attempt to adjust or repair your dentures yourself.  Do it yourself repair kits can permanently damage your dentures and void out any warranty you may have on the dentures in addition if you have dental insurance they normally will not cover for replacement dentures until you have your current one for at least five years.

Dentures need to be kept moist when not being worn so they do not dry out or lose their shape. When not worn, dentures should be placed in a denture cleanser soaking solution or in water. However, if the denture has metal attachments, the attachments could tarnish if placed in a soaking solution. Your dentist can recommend the best methods for caring for your particular denture. Dentures should never be placed in hot water, as it can cause them to warp.

Dental discount plans are a good low cost alternative to dental insurance. Like insurance it has it pros and cons.

Pros:

* Most dental discount plans starts the first of next month or within the next business day from ordering it on line.

* Most dental discount plans do not have any waiting periods, max limitations, or deductibles

* You are not assigned to a dental provider office though you do need to go to plan providers.

Cons:

* You have to go to plan providers. There is no outside dental discounts.

* You pay for all dental services but at a reduced or discount price.

* Dental discount plans are not insurance they are discount plans.

Here are a few helpful tips in keeping your dentures clean 

1) Rinse and brush your dentures in clean, warm water with a denture brush.

2) When cleaning dentures, be care not to brush then too hard. By brushing your dentures too hard you can cause damage to the plastic or metal parts of the dentures.

3) Brush your gums, tongue, and natural teeth with a fluoride toothpaste, before reinserting your dentures. This will help remove plaque from your teeth, stimulate circulation in your mouth, and help maintain good oral health.   After brushing, rinse with a mouthwash, to give your mouth a refreshed feeling.

4)Never try to adjust your dentures yourself. This might cause harm to your mouth or damage to your dentures.

5)See your dentist as often as advised in order to maintain your dentures as well as your oral health care.

Make sure to clean your dentures every day. Oral health care habits does not stop just because you have dentures. Cleaning your dentures daily with denture brush and soaking them in cleanser solution will help keep your dentures looking white and bright while at the same time prevent plaque build up and denture odor.

Question: I do not think that my sister has good oral and dental health care.  Her teeth look really yellow to me and when I ask if she seen a dentist she says she can not afford to see one.  She is a single mom, I would like to help her out because I do not think she has the money too get the dental care she needs. Is there a cheap dental plan out there?

Answer: I would suggest reviewing our lower cost dental HMO insurance plans and or our dental discount plans options.  They are lower cost plans that will help to greatly reduce the cost of her dental care compare to not having dental insurance.  Seeing a dentist regularly is important as you know, and cost can be a factor therefore these plans may be a good option for her to be able to better afford the needed dental care.

Brushing your teeth regularly is important in all stages of life. Seniors should take extra care with their daily dental habits in order to maintain healthy teeth and gums.  Brushing your teeth helps to remove bacteria that builds up on your teeth each day and contributes to tooth decay.

Though tooth decay may occur in any area of the tooth as you age decay is more likely to develop around old filling or in softer root of the tooth that may be exposed due to receding gums.  Therefore you want to maintain having regular dental visit so that he or she can keep an eye on these vulnerable area

For seniors it is important to know that gum disease and not the aging process is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults.  By having and maintaining good oral health care habits will help you keep your gums healthy, there by in turn preventing tooth loss due to gum disease.

Question:  I have a family of six and we are without dental insurance. With the cost for dental services and the way they keep going up I really could use some help. I can not afford to get dental insurance plans right now but notice that I can afford to get a dental discount plan. I know they may not be the best but for basic care will they help me save money?

Answer: Dental discount plans are a good low cost alternative to dental insurance for a family they run around $15.00 a month and they do what they say they will. In short help you save money on your dental care needs.  A dental discount plan provide discounted saving for all dental services render by their dental providers.  Just make sure there is a dental provider under the plan that you are reviewing that you and your family can go to.

Question: For a low cost dental which is better dental insurance or a dental plan?

Answer: That can depend on what types of dental services you may need. Dental HMO insurance is the lower cost insurance option but dose not provide coverages for all types of dental care.  Where as a dental discount is a low cost dental alternative to dental insurance. Dental discount plans provides discounted savings for all dental services you have at participating providers of the plan.

Each plan type will help you save money on your dental care needs in California we have both dental discount plan options as well as HMO insurance options just enter your zip to review all our dental insurance and plan options to compare each plan.  If you have any questions about our dental insurance/plan please call our member service line at 310-534-3444 as they be happy to help.

When it comes down to which is better electric or manual toothbrushes it really just an individual preference. A person who brushes well with a manual will do as well as a person who brushes well with an electric toothbrush. You will want to choose one that you like best as that then you will be more likely to use it correctly.

Question: I live in California, I really do not care what dentist I go to but it seems that the dental insurance plans that are network plans do not have dentist with in a 50 miles from me.

Answer: There are some area in California that for some plans do not have local providers.  Normally those areas would be more rural areas that may have fewer dental offices. If this is your cast and you do not wish to driver 50+ miles out, then you may want to review our Dental PPO’s insurance plan options as they will still provide benefits to out side network dentist.

Question: I am 28 and although I have dental insurance though work I really still do not like going to the dentist.  I have yet to go in for my free twice a year cleaning because even that makes me a nervous wreak.

Answer: One good way of avoiding having to have larger dental care needs is by seeing your dentist regularly. Avoiding the dentist is never a good idea.  By seeing your dentist for your  check ups and cleaning the dentist is able to spot any minor dental issues and treat them before they become larger more costly dental care needs.

I understand having dental fear issues but talk to your dentist go over your fears the more you address your concerns and fears the better you will be able to handle them. Do not let your fear stop you from having and maintain healthy teeth and gums.

Question: I am reviewing the different dental insurance plans options you have and with regards to the California dental network plans the 460, 411, 595 how do they differ?

Answer: In short they are all HMO plans so they work the same way.  However the more you pay for the cost of the plan the less you pay for the higher cost dental care services.  Therefore if all you have is the twice a year check up and cleaning you  may not have a need to get the more expensive California dental plan 595. Yet if you do have larger services you may not want to get the least costly plan either since by spending a little more will save you money on your larger dental care needs.

The American Dental Association recommends a soft-bristled toothbrush. Bristles that are too stiff can aggravate your gums. You will want the bristles to be sturdy enough to remove plaque but not too hard to damage to your teeth and gums.

When shopping for a toothbrush consider the size of your mouth. You do not want to get a toothbrush that is too big for your mouth. You also will want the toothbrush to have a comfortable handle. A toothbrush should feel as comfortable as holding a fork when eating. The better the toothbrush fits in your hand and mouth the more likely you will use it correctly.

Question: I been putting off getting braces since I move often. In the past three years I have moved over five time in three different cities. I do not think things will really slow down for me and just wondering if orthodontic treatment is possible.

Answer:  It can be hard if you are wanting to have a dental insurance plan to help cover the cost of braces. Since depending on where you are moving can effect whether or not the insurance will be able to provide benefits to another provider.  If you are paying for braces out of pocket you should be able to find a orthodontic dentist that can take up where the last one stop since records can be forwarded to the new provider.  However cost then would very depending on each dental office.

Question:  I just went to the dentist the other day and was told that I have a  cavity on my front tooth, and that if I do not get a filling it will turn into a bigger issue. However I do not see this cavity that he says I have nor is that tooth hurting me at all due to any decay.  Is it really necessary for an invisible cavity to be filled?

Answer:  First having trust with your dentist is important therefore if you do not believe that your dentist is being honest with you about having a cavity think about getting a second opinion from a different dental office.  However often times small cavities do not cause dental pain until they become larger issues.  Just because you can not see it does not mean you do not have one. Ask the dentist to show it to you either by the X-rays that or have him point it out to you using a mirror.

Dental Implants offer many advantages one such advantage is they provide improved appearance.  Since dental implants look, feel and act like your own teeth no one would be able to tell they are not your original teeth. Dental implants are permanent and easy to take care of since they require the same daily dental habits as your real teeth.

Dental implant surgery is a surgical procedure in which the dental implants are implanted into the jawbone where they replace the roots of the teeth that are missing. There are different types of dental implants available and the way that dental implant surgery is performed will depend on the type of implant that is chosen as well as the condition of the jaw.