A root canal is a common dental procedure that treats infection at the soft center of the tooth – the pulp (which is made up of nerves, connective tissue and blood vessels). Removing injured or infected pulp is the best way to preserve the structure of the...
Gum disease is a common condition that dentists treat. It occurs when bacteria in the mouth infect tissue surrounding the tooth and cause inflammation around the tooth. Osseous surgery (also known as pocket reduction surgery), is a procedure that removes bacteria...
Dental implant procedures may be eligible for reimbursement, only when they meet threshold of medical necessity, for instance, when provided to resolve a compromised ability to chew. While few dental policies classify an implant as a cosmetic procedure, some dental...
Practicing regular dental care habits and maintaining good oral hygiene are important to ensure healthy teeth and gums. Dental medical billing and coding can be quite challenging. For dental practices, reporting symptoms, diagnoses and treatments of different dental...
Malocclusion or misalignment of the upper and lower teeth is a common dental condition. It is usually caused by a difference between jaw and tooth size or the size of the upper and lower jaws. Having malocclusion can affect vital oral functions like chewing, biting,...
