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Dental insurance is a valuable benefit and provides access to quality oral health care for people who might not otherwise be able to afford it. It’s important to know what your plan covers, but understanding benefits, co-pays, deductibles, annual maximums, and how they apply to your treatment can be daunting, to say the least!

If you want to make knowledgeable decisions about the financial aspects of your treatment, you need assistance, and the team at Temple Dental Trails can help. We’re here to take the stress out of dental care in general and insurance and financing in particular.

“100-80-50” Coverage and What it Means

You may hear or see the term 100-80-50 coverage and ...

Thanksgiving is about a month away, and the winter holidays aren’t far behind! It is a time to renew relationships with old friends and family and indulge in some favorite forbidden treats.

And there will be photos – lots of photos. Smartphones and cameras will be clicking away and capturing the good times to share on social media, but will your smile be ready? Will this finally be the holiday season that you are the person with the smile others envy?

Achieve Your Best Smile with Cosmetic Dentistry

If you are ready to improve your smile, cosmetic dentistry offers the solution you need. You can choose from procedures such as:

• Teeth whitening
• Cosmetic bonding
• Porcelain ...

Temple Dental Trails is committed to improving the lives of our community through world class dentistry. The goal of Project Smile is to have a positive impact with one individual in our community by giving them the smile of their dreams. Three candidates will be chosen from the submitted entries to receive a complimentary exam, digital x-rays and cleaning and one winner will receive a smile they will be proud of for a lifetime.

REQUIREMENTS:

• You must reside in Bell County
• Your entry must be submitted by the deadline: Tuesday, September 25th 2018, by 12:00 PM CST

HOW TO ENTER:

• Create your entry on a blank, Word or PDF document. Include your full name, phone ...

How many times have you looked at your smile in the mirror and been disappointed by small esthetic dental flaws? You’ve worked hard to maintain your oral health yet you feel these smile blemishes are holding you back.

It’s hard to feel confident and happy with your life when you feel like you need to hide your smile. You might be missing out on business and social opportunities just because people perceive you as being standoffish or unhappy. It’s not only unfortunate, but it’s also unnecessary; your cosmetic dentist in Temple offers the services you need to create any smile makeover you have in mind.

A Brighter Smile

Stained and discolored teeth ...

If you have a fall or winter wedding planned, now is the perfect time to think about improving the appearance of your smile. If there was ever a time in your life when you needed your smile to be “picture perfect,” this is it!

A Healthy Smile is the First Step

It’s a good idea to give yourself some lead time when considering cosmetic dentistry for an upcoming event. Until you consult with your cosmetic dentist in Temple, you won’t know if there are underlying problems that need to be addressed first. Any ethical dentist won’t proceed with esthetic treatments if you have gum disease, cavities, or other unresolved oral health problems.

Cosmetic ...

Are you considering orthodontic treatment because you would like a more harmonious, attractive smile? After all, we live in a competitive world, and a beautiful, healthy-looking appearance can add to your self-esteem and confidence. Whether you’re looking for career advancement or improved social interactions, there’s no doubt that a confident smile can give you an edge.

But there are also other benefits of adult orthodontic treatment aside from an improved appearance. Whether you choose a short-term approach like Six Month Smiles or go with traditional braces to address bite problems, here are some benefits you can expect that you may not have thought of:

Lower Risk of Gum Disease

You can get the ...

Did you know that smiling releases the “pleasure” hormones, serotonin and endorphins, that make you feel good? Or that scientific studies show that smiling really is contagious?

So, it’s safe to say that if you withhold your smile because you feel self-conscious about your appearance, you’re probably missing out on a lot of life’s little pleasures. If you aren’t pleased with the way your teeth look, you really owe it to yourself to investigate cosmetic dentistry to see how it can help.

Budget-Conscious Cosmetic Dental Options

You may dismiss cosmetic dental treatments because you can’t imagine how much you would have to invest to get the “Hollywood” smile you want. But the ...