Retirement brings freedom, but it can also bring changes to your benefits.   For retired public educators, one surprise is discovering that the dental insurance they relied on during their working years ends when their employment does. Even with Medicare, there is a gap because Medicare typically does not cover most routine dental care, from cleanings […]

Introduction  After retirement, many former educators discover something surprising: the dental coverage they enjoyed while working is no longer part of their benefits. Because Medicare generally doesn’t cover routine dental care, this can leave a gap that quickly becomes expensive.  Dental insurance helps fill that gap. You pay a monthly premium, and the plan shares […]

A healthy smile does more than brighten your day—it helps you enjoy meals, speak comfortably, and feel like yourself. That’s why dental implants have become a popular solution for retirees looking to restore missing teeth. They offer strength, stability, and a natural appearance—but one important question remains: are they covered by dental insurance?  For retired […]

After a lifetime of serving students, many retired educators find themselves suddenly without dental insurance—one of the most commonly lost benefits after leaving employment. But protecting your oral health remains just as important in retirement. From routine cleanings to crowns and dentures, dental care can quickly become costly without the right coverage.  One common term […]

If you’ve recently retired and missed your open enrollment window, or simply didn’t realize dental insurance wasn’t included with Medicare, you’re not alone. Many retired educators and public employees are surprised to find that dental coverage doesn’t automatically continue after they leave the workforce. The good news? You likely still have options.  It can be […]

When you retire from a career in education, you likely assume Medicare will cover your essential health needs. But for many retirees, one of the most surprising and frustrating gaps in coverage is dental care.  Let’s take a closer look at what Medicare actually covers when it comes to dental services and what you can […]

Have you ever looked in the mirror and discovered that your gums, seemingly suddenly, have black spots on them? The good news is that several things may cause this, and most aren’t harmful. Gums are usually pink, but sometimes they can develop black or dark brown spots. However, black spots on your gums can be […]

Do your gums feel tender when they’re touched? Do they easily bleed? Do you have bad breath that won’t seem to go away? You might be suffering from periodontal disease, a prevalent oral health issue that affects millions of Americans. Left untreated, gum disease can lead to tooth loss, systemic health complications, and a reduced […]

Every dentist dreams of helping patients grow new teeth. That dream may soon become an exciting reality.  Scientists are preparing to initiate the world’s first clinical trials of “tooth regrowth medicine” later this year. If the trials are successful, patients—whose solutions are currently limited to getting implants or dentures—will have a new, third option: the […]