Pregnancy is a unique phase of a woman’s life as there are considerable physiological changes that can adversely affect the oral health of women. Maintaining oral health is vital to ensure overall well-being and health. Dental services may be reimbursed and dentists...
Holidays are a great time for get togethers, parties, fun and mainly favorite meals and a sugary diet. Consuming sugary foods and drinks for a prolonged period of time can increase the chances of gum diseases, tooth decay and other dental issues. Most will skip their...
Concerned about CDT dental codes for gingivectomy? For accurate billing and insurance purposes, dental professionals rely on a specific set of codes to represent different procedures. Gingivectomy involves removing a portion of the gums from in and around a tooth or...
Also known as a toothache, pulpitis occurs due to the inflammation of the dental pulp or tissue in the center of a tooth. The innermost part of each tooth comprises an area called the “pulp” – which is formed of soft connective tissue, nerves, and the blood supply for...
Medicare does not cover most dental services. In an outpatient setting, even if an excluded service is a complex or difficult primary procedure, Medicare will not cover it. Medicare Part A will pay for dental services if they are inpatient hospital services provided...
