Dental benefits can be confusing to patients. This easy-to-follow brochure helps patients understand their dental benefits plan and why it may not cover all procedures. Describes the differences between dental benefit plans and traditional health insurance. It explains that coverage is based on how much is paid into the plan and not based on what the patient needs or what you recommend.  Features how dental benefit plans work; definitions of key terms related to dental benefits; reviews common cost-control measures that plan providers use; addresses frequently asked questions about dental insurance.

This brochure follows pain management guidelines from the American Dental Association. It explains that most dental surgery pain can be managed with over-the-counter (OTC) medications instead of opioid prescription medications. It will help you explain to patients that pain and discomfort caused by dental procedures such as tooth replacements, wisdom tooth removal and scaling and root planing do not require prescription strength pain relief, which can be better managed with ibuprofen, naproxen sodium, or acetaminophen or a combination of these OTC drugs.

Publication Date: 09.13.24
Contains: 50 brochures per pack 

Millions of people experience sports-related dental injuries each year. Mouthguards play an essential role in preventing mouth and jaw injuries. This brochure explains the importance of a well-fitting, comfortable mouthguard; describes the types of mouthguard available; and offers tips for dealing with a dental emergency, including a knocked-out tooth, cracked or broken tooth, jaw injury, or bitten lip or tongue.

Tooth whitening is a popular procedure, whether patients use an at-home product or choose an in-office treatment. This brochure helps patients understand and differentiate between four types of whitening products—whitening toothpastes, over-the-counter bleaching products, home-use whiteners from dentist dental proactice, and in-office whitening. It also discusses the side effects of whitening and why whitening is not recommended for everyone. Features: photos of laser whitening and whitening trays; before and after photos of whitening; side effects of whitening, including sensitivity; instructions for keeping teeth white long term.

Dental implants are an increasingly popular option for replacing missing teeth. Answer your patients’ questions about all of the most common implant scenarios with one brochure! This resource describes the benefits and value of implants as a restorative option. Lays out the major steps of implant placement, healing and prosthesis placement. Describes single-tooth implants as well as implant-supported bridges and dentures; applicable for both conventional and immediate-load implants; includes illustrations of implant placement.

- Highlights the importance of mom’s oral health and that dental care is generally safe during pregnancy - Offers tips for starting baby off with healthy habits and finding a dental home - Alerts moms that decay-causing bacteria can be passed to the baby

This brochure covers hypertension and what it means for you and your patients. It explains why a dentist would check blood pressure and what high blood pressure means for patients and related dental procedures. It explains systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings and helps patients understand concerns related to chronic high blood pressure.

Publication Date: 09.20.24
Contains: 50 brochures per pack