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If you live in Maryland there's no doubt that we have your two best options with the Maryland Preventive Dentistry Program and Superior Dental Group.

But if you don't live in Maryland one particular competitor of ours, DentalInsurance.com, is probably worth checking out simply because of the wide variety of plans and programs they carry. We once tried to line up a lot of different programs ourselves in order to compete with them but it turns out we don't have the resources necessary to negotiate the rates they came up with.

DentalInsurance.com has national plans as well as a number of regional plans that might be just what you're looking for today. But, remember, if you live in Maryland no one has a program good enough to beat ours!

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Women's Oral Health Women have unique oral health needs which change throughout their lives. Today, women are expected to live almost 7 years longer than men, so they are at greater risk for problems associated with older age. Osteoporosis, a decrease in bone mass associated with an increased risk for bone fractures, is prevalent among women and appears to be related to menopause and age, as well as a deficiency of calcium. Sjogren's (sho'grenz) syndrome, autoimmune disease associated with dry mouth, is almost exclusively a disease of women at or near menopause. Hormonal fluctuations affect more than a woman's reproductive system. Research has shown that estrogen can affect many organs, and may influence oral tissues such as the salivary glands, temporomandibular joints (TMJ), oral mucosa, and jawbones. Additionally, a woman's hormonal changes can affect the gum tissue. The hormones do not appear to have a direct influence on oral tissues, but can exaggerate the effects of plaque and oral bacteria. The hormonal fluctuations of puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, oral contraceptives, and menopause can be associated with gingival (gum) inflammation or disease. Menopausal or post-menopausal women may feel mouth dryness, discomfort, burning sensations, or altered taste, all of which can signal oral disease. Your oral care professionals are there to help you with any oral problems that are unique to being a woman. If you have a question, don't hesitate to ask them about it. You shouldn't suffer needlessly. Your Medicines and Your Mouth Many prescription and over-the-counter medications can have side effects that affect your mouth. The oral side effects of drug therapy vary and are not always specific. Many of the medications your doctor prescribes for arthritis or pain, as well as some medications used for heart disease can increase bleeding during dental treatment. Bacterial, fungal, and viral overgrowths in the mouth may occur with the use of antibiotics, steroids, and cancer treatments, such as radiation and chemotherapy. Discoloration or coating of the tongue is a condition associated with some medications of ten prescribed for depression and anxiety. Further, some antibiotics and drugs used for various heart or cancer conditions may alter or decrease your taste perception. Overgrowth or enlargement of the gum tissue may occur when taking medications prescribed for high blood pressure and chest pain. And many of the agents used for stomach or intestinal disorders, allergies, depression, anxiety, and high blood pressure are frequently associated with decreased salivation and dry mouth. It is important that you and your dentist review and update all your medications or medical treatments regularly. Also, always notify your dentist if you discover any changes or problems in your mouth. Remember, keeping your dentist up to date with any changes in your health history is the best way to ensure you receive the best possible dental care. What to Do When Dentures Chip or Break Proper handling of dentures, once they are taken out of the mouth, is important to avoid chipping or breaking the base or the teeth. The impact of dropping a denture on a bathroom tile or into a sink is a frequent cause of a broken, cracked, or chipped denture. Some older dentures, especially those with porcelain teeth, are more likely to fracture or break due to increased brittleness. If your dentures are damaged, do not repair them yourself. Do-it-yourself repairs can cause more harm than good, and may result in the need for a new denture. Your dental professional has the correct instruments, supplies, and equipment to properly repair and refit a broken denture. And only your dental professional can ensure that you obtain the best denture, fit, function, appearance, and oral health. Only when you and your denture are examined by your dental professional can the best way to restore the denture to its original condition be determined. Some denture repairs an be done quickly, often in the office on the same day, while more serious breaks may require new impressions of your mouth and sending the denture to a dental laboratory for repair. The type of denture repair depends upon the extent of the damage, the age of the denture, and its fit when it broke. Here's something to consider. Lucitone 199 resin, a unique material used to make dentures, has been shown to be more impact resistant than conventional denture acrylics. Ask your dental professional about Lucitone 199 for your next denture. When to Use a Denture Adhesive Dentures that fit well improve your appearance, as well as your chewing, eating, and speaking ability. When you received your new dentures, your oral care provider discussed mouth and denture care with you. At your dental check-up appointments, denture care was reviewed, your questions were answered, and maybe you took one of the available educational brochures about maintaining your dentures. But what about all those advertisements you se on television and in magazines for denture adhesives? Denture adhesives are not a substitute for properly designed and fabricated dentures. Well-fitting dentures do not usually require an adhesive to enhance comfort, though dental professionals may, from time to time, recommend their interim use in when dentures slip or feel loose in the mouth. However, slipping or clicking dentures, repeated sore spots and irritations are often an indication of poor denture fit and a need for a dental examination. Only your oral care professional can detect and treat oral diseases and the problems associated with dentures. There are many methods to improve the fit and comfort of your dentures to allow them to serve you for several years. Changes in your mouth and body over time (such as significant weight loss or side effects of medications) often require professional adjustments to dentures. These adjustments may include removing excess denture material, alleviating pressure spots, or relining the denture. Often, the combination changes in your dentures and changes in your oral tissue or jaw may require a re-fitting for new dentures Denture adhesives can be useful on a temporary basis until you visit the dental office. Unless your dental professional recommends otherwise, you should be aware that prolonged use of denture adhesives can mask an underlying problem. Talk to your dental professional if you have questions or concerns about the fit of your dentures.

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