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Why Employers Should Offer Vision Benefits

February 10, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Person looking at their benefits online.

*Updated April 2025 With many jobs revolving around screen technology, the health of our eyes is becoming even more important. Increased screen time for work and pleasure has had a negative effect on employee productivity and eye health in the United States. Don’t get left … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic & Provider Tips, Health & Wellness

How to stop gum recession

December 15, 2022 By Wyatt Dilling

Although the effects of gum recession can’t be reversed, there are things you can do to stop receding gums before they worsen.

Gum recession can affect anyone, even those who have excellent oral health habits. Factors like age and genetics play a part in this, which is why it’s essential to know what you can do to stop gum recession. Although you can't reverse gum recession and its effects, there are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic & Provider Tips, Dental Health, Dental Health for Older Adults, Health & Wellness

Oral health basics: What is a dental abscess

December 12, 2022 By Wyatt Dilling

A dental abscess is a pocket of pus that is triggered by a bacterial infection. Learn more about what a dental abscess is, the symptoms of a dental abscess, what causes a dental abscess, prevention methods, and how to treat a dental abscess.

When people think about awful dental experiences, many will think about a root canal, an implant, gum surgery, or even getting braces put on or taken off. These procedures are all scary and complicated, but have you ever heard of a dental abscess? A dental abscess is a pocket … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic & Provider Tips, Dental Health, Health & Wellness

Keeping Healthy Vision as We Age

December 12, 2022 By Wyatt Dilling

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*Updated March 2025 Key takeaways about keeping vision healthy as we age:  You’ve probably heard the saying “the eyes are the windows to the soul,” but did you know they’re also a window to our overall health? Understanding what vision changes to expect as you age is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic & Provider Tips, Fear Free, Health & Wellness

Is vision insurance worth it?

November 28, 2022 By Wyatt Dilling

Is vision insurance worth it? How is it different from health insurance? Read about the benefits of vision insurance here.

Most people agree that health insurance is a must-have. However, when it comes to vision insurance, people often wonder if there is actual value in having it. Vision problems are one of the most common conditions that Americans live with. In fact, 12 million adults over the age … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic & Provider Tips, Health & Wellness

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