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3 Things to Know About Cosmetic Dentistry and Dental Implants
Do you smile with your mouth closed? Or, when you laugh, do you put your hand in front of your mouth so people don’t see…
October 3, 2023
| 4 min read
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6 Tips for Buying Reading Glasses
As people age, many start noticing vision problems when reading. Books or papers they used to read easily within 10-12 inches away now look blurred…
August 15, 2023
| 5 min read
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3 Reasons Why Eye Exams Are Important
People who enjoy excellent vision often wonder whether they really need to schedule an eye exam. But an eye exam is just as much about…
August 15, 2023
| 4 min read
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How to Overcome Your Fear of the Dentist
Nearly 36% of Americans have anxiety about dental visits, while 12% experience extreme fear. Childhood trauma or painful dental experiences from the past can be…
August 3, 2023
| 5 min read
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Ameritas Online Tool Helps Members Estimate Dental Costs
Concerns about cost are often the reason people put off going to the dentist. Research shows that most people have less than $1,000 saved for…
July 13, 2023
| 4 min read
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Vision Correction Options: Eyeglasses, Contacts or LASIK?
Research shows that nearly 14 million people aged 12 and older are visually impaired. About 3 million of them have tried vision correction, but 11…
July 10, 2023
| 4 min read
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Enhance Dental and Vision Plans with Added-Value Services
As prices rise, employees are looking for ways to save money. They’re especially interested in affordable add-ons and no-cost, added-value services that help them get…
May 26, 2023
| 5 min read
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3 Things to Know About Allergies and the Eyes
More than 50 million Americans struggle with allergies to a variety of things. Common symptoms include a runny nose, sneezing and coughing.
April 14, 2023
| 3 min read