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PLANTATION, FL— Whether it’s pushed, wiggled or pulled, losing that first baby tooth brings with it a visit from the tooth fairy, which is a big deal in any home; so many parents want to get it right. But what if you've never played tooth fairy before? How do you set the right precedent to make it special?   :DentalPlans , a leading provider of dental savings plans, an affordable alternative to dental insurance for families, has some creative advice for enjoying this important rite of passage to earn your official tooth fairy wings, so you'll be an old pro in no time. “The average child will lose 20 teeth in their lifetime and it’s a great time to reinforce the importance of good dental health and tooth-brushing,” says Bill Chase, vice president of marketing for :DentalPlans.   “Educating and engaging children about good oral health habits now can be vital to their health and happiness as adults.” :DentalPlans offers these tips on how to make a vi

PLANTATION, Fl. (Aug. 11, 2015)— : DentalPlans, a leader in dental savings plans , an affordable alternative to dental insurance , is pleased to announce that its state-wide network of dentists continues to offer affordable options in urban, suburban and rural areas where dentists are needed most. Florida is one of the most underserved states for dental care services, ranking just behind California. According to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA.gov), Florida has a Dental Health Professional Shortage Area of 20.1; meaning 20.1 percent of Floridians lack access to dental care providers. :DentalPlans’ partner networks offer access to providers in 90 percent of counties throughout the state, even in the most underserved areas; affording access to tens of thousands of residents across the state of Florida. To view dentists that participate in dental savings plans in your area visit www.DentalPlans.com . Despite the shortage of dentists across the

CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL KISSING DAY JULY 6, 2015 :DentalPlans, a leading provider of dental savings plans, wants to remind all tooth brushers that July 6 is International Kissing Day. So make sure you are smooch-ready by taking care of your teeth and gums. "Our survey, the :DP SmileMeter™ has uncovered some interesting details when it comes to kissing our significant others," says Bill Chase, vice president of marketing for :DentalPlans. “For some people, kissing their significant other is the first thing that they do every day, so it's critical to keep our mouths as healthy as possible." The :DP SmileMeter*, a national survey which polls Americans about their thoughts on health and dental issues, uncovered a few facts about kissing as well: Kiss Me Good Morning– 24 percent of people kiss their partner before rolling out of bed in the morning. Women are 9 percent more likely than men to initiate this early morning peck. Dragon Breath – Does bad breath

:DentalPlans SmileIndex™ Survey Reveals Affordability Key Issue Dental Insurance Only for Some In the newly released :DentalPlans SmileIndex™, an annual survey* on oral care access and affordability, 62 percent of the nationwide respondents were found to have dental insurance. Respondents with dental insurance tend to be younger, married with children, have a Bachelor's degree, and make $50,000+ (75 percent of respondents with dental insurance make between $50,000 -$99,000 and 85 percent of those with incomes greater than $100,000). Only 39 percent of those making less than $25,000 have dental insurance. The survey was conducted on behalf of :DentalPlans by an independent research agency, Infosurv Research. "Our annual :DP SmileIndex survey confirms a big gap in the affordability of dental insurance," says Bill Chase, vice president of marketing for :DentalPlans, the leading provider of dental savings plans. "Cost was the biggest reason cited by respondents a

How Do Men and Women Compare When You Mix Dental Health and Dating Issues? At home alone this Valentine’s Day? Blame your teeth. According to a new survey* by :DentalPlans, bad breath and other oral health issues are one of the top three dating "deal breakers.” Dental dilemmas were superseded only by having an “insanely jealous ex” and “being unemployed” as the top reasons to break off a budding romance. The good news is that a great smile can help you connect with your soul mate. Thirty-one percent of those polled, both men and women, said that mouths are the facial feature they notice first. Eyes scored slightly ahead at 34 percent. "Any new relationship starts with the exchange of a smile. It's one of the first things that we notice about someone," says Bill Chase, vice president of marketing for :DentalPlans. “Obviously, taking good care of that smile is really important.” The survey revealed other areas where men and women were in agreement, as well

:DentalPlans Discusses Most At Risk Group PLANTATION, FL --  Healthy teeth have become an unaffordable luxury for far too many of our senior citizens. Nearly a quarter (23%) of seniors suffer from severe periodontal disease. Limited access to dental care is rapidly becoming the most significant health crisis facing America’s elders, according to Oral Health America, a non-profit group whose study “A State of Decay” indicates that the Affordable Care Act has failed to address the problem. Routine dental care is not provided under Medicare, and less than 20 percent of older Americans have private dental insurance, according to “A State of Decay.” While the ACA marketplace does offer some dental insurance plans, traditional insurance doesn’t always meet seniors’ needs. “Many older people have a preexisting dental condition, which dental insurance typically does not cover - and certainly won’t cover without a long waiting period. And many seniors need the more complica

This is your family's budget on healthcare PLANTATION, FL (Oct. 1 2014) — A typical family of four paid an estimated $9,144 in out of pocket health costs according to The Milliman Medical Index. And medical costs continue to climb and consume more of the family budget, leaving struggling families looking for ways to save.   The :DP SmileMeter™, a national survey conducted in July 2014 found that 25 percent of people have cut out other areas of their budget to better afford healthcare services.*   ** “We are here to provide affordable solutions for dental care so that families don't have to make the difficult choice of 'if' they can afford dental care for their family but rather which plan will best accommodate their needs," states Bill Chase, :DentalPlans’ VP of Marketing. “Dental savings plans provide choices and an easy solution for adults, families, and seniors to get the care they need, to keep their healthy smile.”   According to the :D

Pictured here from left to right is Stephanie Pagan, customer loyalty mgr. and Bill Chase, VP of marketing,  both from :DentalPlans, who visited  Mirror Lake Elementary School to welcome back students with smiles and backpacks.   Pictured here are students from Central Park Elementary wearing backpacks from :DentalPlans. Company Donates Backpacks Filled with Dental Supplies for 3,000 Plantation Elementary Students PLANTATION, FL (Aug.18, 2014)— :DentalPlans, the largest dental savings plan marketplace, partnered with Plantation Elementary, Central Park Elementary, Mirror Lake Elementary and Plantation Park Elementary schools in Plantation, Florida to provide students with free backpacks filled with oral care products and oral hygiene information. Six :DentalPlans employees attended the Meet & Greet Day at Central Park and Mirror Lake Elementary schools, handing out the backpacks to students and talking to parents about the importance of oral hygiene. Backpacks