{"id":6,"date":"2020-09-30T16:08:00","date_gmt":"2020-09-30T16:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.robertawhitmoredds.com\/blog\/?p=6"},"modified":"2021-07-06T20:10:08","modified_gmt":"2021-07-06T20:10:08","slug":"unique-barriers-for-millennials-oral-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.robertawhitmoredds.com\/blog\/2020\/09\/30\/unique-barriers-for-millennials-oral-health\/","title":{"rendered":"What Unique Barriers Do Millennials Face When it Comes to Their Oral Health?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Millennials are a group of people that researchers say were born between 1981 and 1996. Today, in 2020, this generation has witnessed a lot of landmarks, including the first iPhone launch in 2007, the transition from manual to electronic car windows, the housing market crash in 2008, and now, the COVID-19 pandemic. It\u2019s no wonder why people between the ages of 24 to 39 may not be prioritizing their oral health as much as they should be. Millennials face a number of unique challenges when it comes to their oral health, but fortunately, that doesn\u2019t mean they have to accept a less than healthy smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Navigating Dental Insurance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most dental insurance plans<\/a> allow parents to keep their children covered until they turn 26. If you\u2019re about to age out of your parents\u2019 plan or have already done so, you may be preparing to navigate complicated dental insurance jargon, premiums, and coverage for treatment on your own for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, many dentists offer in-network savings to help you stick to your budget, which just means that they negotiated discounted rates with insurance companies that allows them to pass on additional savings to you. Before your appointment, it\u2019s a good idea to be aware of what your deductible is, which is a set amount of money that you\u2019ll need to pay out of your own pocket before your dental insurance starts paying for treatments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most important detail that every millennial who\u2019s navigating dental insurance for the first time should know is that most plans cover 100 percent of the cost of two checkups and cleanings every year. So, in order to get the most out of your investment and make having insurance worthwhile, schedule these appointments!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keeping a Routine During a Pandemic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Millennials are currently attempting to survive and thrive through the COVID-19 pandemic. In the midst of all of this, they find themselves trying to care for themselves and their family\u2019s health and wellbeing. Some of the best ways to keep oral health problems from arising while you\u2019re staying home is to stick to a thorough oral hygiene routine. Here are some ways to help your family keep on top of their health during these unexpected times:<\/p>\n\n\n\n