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DentalPlans.com Savings Plans Help Make Dental Care More Affordable for Families During Oral Health Care Month

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Maintaining good oral hygiene is one of the most important things you can do for your teeth and gums. Healthy teeth not only enable you to look and feel good, they make it possible to speak properly, eat and are a key indicator of overall health. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, tooth decay is the most common chronic illness among school-age children. And about 1 in 4 of nonelderly adults and children has untreated tooth decay, which is almost entirely preventable. In recognition of National Oral Health Month in April, DentalPlans.com offers a few basic tips to keep your smile bright and help families afford a way to pay for the dental care they so desperately need. The company is also offering special discounts and incentives during the month to encourage the public to participate. A common reason for not seeking dental care is cost and lack of dental insurance. In fact, a 2003 report by the U.S. Surgeon General found that 108 million Americans had no dental insurance

DentalPlans.com Appoints Barry Newman Chief Technology Officer

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DentalPlans.com , the leading provider of dental savings plans, has named Barry Newman as chief technology officer and a key member of the company’s executive leadership team. In this new role, Newman will be dedicated to transforming communication processes, optimizing production and generating a substantial return on investment through the application of advanced technology. “As we continue to invest in the future of our technology platform, we look forward to the wealth of knowledge and experience that Barry brings to Dentalplans.com,” said Jennifer Stoll, President of DentalPlans.com. “Throughout his career, he has successfully developed and implemented technology infrastructures that have offered collaborative solutions that are customer-focused. Barry understands how to embrace emerging technologies in areas such as mobile and cloud capabilities through agile development, so that these strategies are harnessed to benefit the end-user and the company. This means our customers

Stephanie Stewart Feld of Freeport, IL Winner of DentalPlans.com's Ultimate Smile Giveaway

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$5,000 Dental Makeover Will Bring Smile Back to Single Mom DentalPlans.com is excited to announce the winner of its Ultimate Smile Makeover Contest. Single mom, Stephanie Stewart Feld of Freeport, IL, will receive $5,000 toward dental care from DentalPlans.com. “A smile is more than nice looking teeth, it brings joy and satisfaction to people. And healthy teeth and gums will help improve Stephanie’s overall health and well-being,” said Carla Hudson, chief marketing officer of DentalPlans.com. “We are thrilled to give Stephanie the smile she has been dreaming of and to help her feel better about herself and excited about her future.” To participate in DentalPlans.com’s Ultimate Smile Makeover, participants were invited to become a DentalPlans.com Facebook fan. From Jan. 21 through April 1, fans could post a short 400 word essay describing why they felt that they needed a dental makeover in 2013. At the end of each week during the 10-week contest, DentalPlans.com awarded one Den

U.S. Cellular Announces More Than 20 West Virginia Cities to Receive 4G LTE Service in 2013

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4G LTE speeds up to 10 times faster than 3G for quick downloads and web browsing U.S. Cellular (NYSE: USM), in conjunction with its partner, King Street Wireless, announced that more residents in West Virginia will receive high-speed 4G LTE services by the end of 2013. Residents in cities slated for new 4G LTE service will enjoy access to 4G LTE speeds that are up to 10 times faster than 3G and similar to a cable Internet connection. The company has announced plans to extend 4G LTE service in the following cities: Alderson, Beverly, Charmco, Coalton, Elkins, Flat Top, Ghent, Grassy Meadows, Hinton, Jumping Branch, Maysville, Moorefield, Nimitz, Pence Springs, Petersburg, Princeton, Rainelle, Shady Spring, Spanishburg, Talcott and Wolfcreek. 4G LTE speeds provide an enhanced wireless experience with fast web browsing, smooth video streaming, video chatting with no buffering and speedy app downloads. U.S. Cellular currently offers 10 4G LTE devices, including smartphones, such a

U.S. Cellular Announces that Additional Virginia Cities Will Receive 4G LTE Service in 2013

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4G LTE speeds up to 10 times faster than 3G for quick downloads and web browsing U.S. Cellular (NYSE: USM), in conjunction with its partner, King Street Wireless, announced that residents in 15 additional Virginia cities will receive high-speed 4G LTE services by the end of 2013. These residents will enjoy access to 4G LTE speeds that are up to 10 times faster than 3G and similar to a cable Internet connection. Virginia cities that are scheduled to receive 4G LTE service by the end of the year include: Farmville, Charlotte Court House, Independence, Elk Creek, Newport, Pembroke, Gladys, Brookneal, Cullen, Pamplin, Dillwyn, Scottsville, Appomattox, Rustburg and Pearisburg. 4G LTE speeds provide an enhanced wireless experience with fast web browsing, smooth video streaming, video chatting with no buffering and speedy app downloads. U.S. Cellular currently offers 10 4G LTE devices, including smartphones, such as the Samsung Galaxy S® III and Samsung Galaxy Note® II, in addition to