Insights for Health

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How to Overcome Your Fear of the Dentist

Nearly 36% of Americans have anxiety about dental visits, while 12% experience extreme fear. Childhood trauma or painful dental experiences from the past can be…

August 3, 2023  | read icon 5 min read

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Ameritas Online Tool Helps Members Estimate Dental Costs

Concerns about cost are often the reason people put off going to the dentist. Research shows that most people have less than $1,000 saved for…

July 13, 2023  | read icon 4 min read

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Enhance Dental and Vision Plans with Added-Value Services

As prices rise, employees are looking for ways to save money. They’re especially interested in affordable add-ons and no-cost, added-value services that help them get…

May 26, 2023  | read icon 5 min read

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Can Multiple Sclerosis Cause Dental Problems?

Reports of people with multiple sclerosis (MS) are increasing worldwide. In the United States, about 1 million adults have been diagnosed with the disease. Scientists…

March 14, 2023  | read icon 7 min read

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What is the Explanation of Dental Benefits?

Dental insurance is one of the top benefits valued by employees across the country. Workers and their dependents use dental benefits to keep their teeth…

February 21, 2023  | read icon 4 min read

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5 Things Retirees Should Know About Dental and Vision Insurance

If you’re considering retirement, you may worry about maintaining good health as you age. Although you can get medical coverage through Medicare and gap insurance,…

December 12, 2022  | read icon 5 min read

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4 Tips for Purchasing Individual Dental Insurance

Dental insurance is a popular health benefit. Some people have access to dental coverage through their employers. But some part-time employees, contract workers and retirees…

December 2, 2022  | read icon 5 min read

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Are Individual Dental and Vision Insurance Benefits Worth the Cost?

Many employees get health insurance coverage through an employer, including dental and vision care. But not all workers qualify for these plans. This usually includes…

November 11, 2022  | read icon 6 min read


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