Please help. My daughter is four with three cavities. I do not have dental insurance and always paid cash for her dental check ups. But since she has three they want to put her under since one is really bad. The cost is more then I can afford and I was told I be better off if I got dental insurance. We live in California and I see you have many plans but I not sure what would help her the best.

My son who is five year old just had three baby teeth removed do to bad dental carries. He was very good while the dentist removed his teeth. However when the dentist was done with the extractions my son really just wanted to go home.

Now I know I should have taken more time to ask the dentist about his aftercare but I was only thinking of my son at the time. My son needs to go back to the dentist in a week to be fitted for space maintainers.

I guessing his gums will be heal by then. But since I forgot to ask about the aftercare I am not really sure. So besides trying to keep his mouth clean is there anything else I should be doing for him?

I have two children one that is six and one three year old. Does anyone know where I can find free dental insurance or free dental services. I am not asking for me but for my two children. I was told that children should be able to get free dental care but I do not know were.

I was very upset because when I got my job they told me I would also get health and dental after three months. However, that did not happen I only got medical no dental. I live on a very fixed income so just paying my bills and rent can be hard for me.

So where can I take my kids to get free dental services? Or dose anyone know of any dental insurance plan that would offer me free dental services that a course does not cost very much. Need help and good advise.

My three year old daughter will need to start going to the dentist. My husband has a very good family dental insurance plan though work. The problem is the dentist we see will not take any children under the age of six. I tried calling other dentist in his plan and get the same reply.  Looking for a dental insurance plan for my daughter please advise.

Fluoride is a trace element found naturally on Earth. It is not usually considered an essential element because people don’t need it to grow, but it does provide huge benefits in the form of preventing tooth decay. The health of the teeth and gums can be an indicator of general health, and tooth decay can even indicate other problems such as heart disease, so it is important to ensure that the teeth and gums remain healthy.

Adding fluoride to drinking water began in 1945. It was discovered by scientists that people living in areas that had water with naturally-occurring fluoride had less cavities. By further studying this concept, scientists found that fluoride could help stop and even reverse tooth decay by rebuilding the enamel on the outside of the teeth. The Michigan town of Grand Rapids contained the first public water system to implement fluoridation, and more than 60 percent of the entire country used fluoridated drinking water by 1992. The Center for Disease Control named fluoridated water one of the most important scientific advancements of the 20th century.

It is unclear even to scientists exactly how fluoride helps strengthen tooth enamel, but there is evidence that suggests it has something to do with the amount of minerals in the teeth. Tooth enamel can become corroded by organic acids found in food and drinks, but fluoride that has been absorbed in the body and is contained in the saliva can remineralize the enamel by interacting with phosphate and calcium already present.

The best time for fluoride consumption is during childhood. During this period, the teeth and bones are still forming, and the fluoride added to the diet strengthens them in preparation for the future. Just like any other health concern, it is best to prevent problems in the first place rather than deal with them after they have already occurred. Preventing cavities and decay is the primary goal of fluoridation. Fluoridated drinking water saves people much worry, pain, and money, especially people who may have certain concerns regarding dental insurance.

While many dentists, doctors, and professionals specializing in public health agree that fluoridated drinking water is healthy and helps to prevent tooth decay, there are also many opponents. Some people claim that adding fluoride to public drinking water is “forced medication” and also that it can lead to certain types of cancer, like thyroid cancer. Many independent and government studies have proven that there is no link between fluoridated drinking water and cancer, so those claims remain unsubstantiated by actual studies and evidence. In addition, other studies have shown that a population without fluoridated drinking water shows an increased risk of tooth decay.

The recommended daily intake for fluoride is 2.5 milligrams. Any more than this amount can cause brown or mottled teeth, and any less than this amount will lead to an increased risk for tooth decay. Generally, additional fluoride supplements are not needed, as the required amount is met by drinking the provided amount of fluoridated drinking water.

New Braces causing my daughter dental pain. My daughter just got braces on and she is saying that she is in a great deal of pain not sure what to do for her. I gave her Advil but it is not helping her that much. Any good advise please

My son is five and needs to have a tooth pulled in the back due to a large size cavity. I am worried about him having to have tooth pulled so soon. I was also advise I may want to look into getting dental insurance but not sure what type of dental insurance would would best for us. I live in Los Angeles California can you advise which would be the better plan for me to get?

Kids Dental Caries, Need a good dental insurance plan in Florida.  My daughter is seven and has dental carries. She needs to have four filling done on her baby teeth but since I do not have dental insurance the cost for the filling are quite high. I hoping to find a good dental plan I could get and use right away for my daughter’s dental care needs. Please advise.

Dental Braces, My Kids Teeth are Crooked, My six year old has crooked teeth. They are baby teeth but I worry that he may need to have braces for his adult teeth if his baby teeth are so crooked. I do not have dental insurance that offer benefits for braces and I am not sure if I should get dental insurance now for braces or wait until the dentist tells me he needs braces.

I have a three year old that should be seeing a dentist but the local general dentist will not see kids under six. I do not have dental insurance and if my son has to see a Pediatric Dentist then I would like to get some dental insurance to help me with the cost. HMO dental insurance plans are about what I can afford so do they offer benefits if you see a Pediatric Dentist?

I would like to know more about how an HMO dental plan work and what type of coverages do you get. I can not afford much and your HMO dental plans seem to be more in my price range. However never having dental insurance I am not sure if they are the better type dental insurance plan to get. I heard that HMO plan are cheap because they really do not offer much and do not have really good dentist. Wondering if there is truth in that.

There are many people that are dealing with Gastroesophageal reflux disease which is relatively a common condition. Acid Reflux is when the stomach acid are refluxed up, which may cause problems to your esophagus as well as your oral health and teeth if left untreated.

With regards to the one oral health care acid reflux can cause enamel erosion. Which can lead to tooth decay and other dental issues. Acid reflux can also cause bad breath issues. So it is not only important to speak to a doctor when dealing with acid reflux but also talk to your dentist.

I live in Texas and have a two year old. I am low income and I would like to start taking my son to the dentist when he is a little older but I do not have any dental benefits only medical right now. Do you offer any low income dental plans? If so how much would it be for just my son ?  He is going on two now and I told he should be seeing a dentist soon.  Please help.

Amalgam fillings are the most thoroughly researched and tested restorative material among all those in use today. Amalgam fillings are durable, highly resistant to wear and they are the lower cost filling option.

Amalgam filling are made by combining elemental mercury, silver, tin, copper and possibly other metallic elements. Although amalgam filling are still considered to be safe the concerns that was raised were about the mercury content in amalgams. However the mercury when combined with the other metals is renders stable and safe for use in fillings.

Since amalgam filling are able to withstand high pressure they become useful for filling in molars where chewing load is higher. Amalgam filling are well tolerated by most people with only rare occurrences of allergic response. Some people may have short term sensitivity to hot and cold after an amalgam filling as been done. Course amalgam filling are silver in color which may be okay for back teeth not easily seen but might not be want you would want to have towards the front of your mouth.

Amalgam fillings are useful in baby teeth. If a child still has baby teeth but needs a filling you may not want to spend the cost for white color fillings, on teeth that will soon come out when your child start to get their adult teeth in.

In the end amalgam filling still have their place and it should be something to consider when having filling done. Talk to your dentist and find out all your filling options then decide what you may feel is best for you and your family And remember all dental services are less expensive when you have a dental insurance or dental discount plan in place. So keep us in mind for your dental plans needs.

I live in Massachusetts and I like to know how to find all the state dental assistance programs for kids. I not looking for myself although I could use dental care too. Right now I am looking for my five year old that son that has not yet seen a dentist.   I can not afford to take him with what I am making right now. I not sure where to get low cost to free dental care. Can you advise.

I live in Glendale California and I am looking for a dental insurance plan I can get my son and I. Right now we do not have any dental benefits and cost is starting to be a factor in us getting the dental care we do need to have. Do you offer any lower cost dental plans that will make going to the dentist much more affordable?  Would like a dental  plan with the fewest limitations.

I need to have a dental insurance plan that covers kids orthodontic dental services. My daughter will need to have braces in this year or the being of next so I like to get a plan that will help me out with the cost of her having braces. I do not mind a year waiting period if necessary since she will not need them right this minute.  However would like to find a dental insurance plan with the best coverages on braces.

Children’s Dental Health Insurance Programs in New York. I am wanting to know if there are any free children health care programs that are avail in the state of New York. I have a six year old and have not been able to afford taking her to see a dentist. I am trying to get her into one but they are all too costly for me right now. Are there any programs for free dental care for kids?

I have a dentist that I take my four year old daughter to. She can be really fussy and he is the only dentist so far that is able to deal with her well and not have issues. My problem is that he is not covered under my current dental plan I get though my job. The dental office stated that they do take then Careington 500 series that I see on your web site. So I have two questions is it okay to get this plan just for my daughter? And will it be okay to buy if I have other dental insurance.