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Some Dental Practices Increase Fees in Response to Pandemic

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

A poll conducted by the American Dental Association Health Policy Institute found that one in four dentists will raise treatment fees due to the financial hardships endured during the COVID-19 pandemic. Raising fees was the most common strategy reported by participants in efforts to ensure the financial health of their practices. Other data gained from the poll included steady patient volumes remaining at about 90% of prepandemic levels and a dip in dentist confidence, with 71% noting that they

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Does Drinking More Water Protect Your Teeth

Healthy Smiles

You may already brush your teeth, floss every day, and have regular dental check-ups to safeguard your dental health. However, you might not understand that drinking water has a number of practical benefits that might help you enhance your oral health. Water is unlike any other beverage and is by far the healthiest option. Our bodies are 60% water and therefore staying hydrated helps in the distribution of healthy nutrients, the elimination of waste, the maintenance of a healthy glow on the skin