Do you ever feel like adulting comes with its own secret language? You’re not alone! One term that seems to pop up everywhere is “covered by insurance.” But what does that even mean? Understand What Insurance Is—And What It Isn’t One of the biggest reasons people give for neglecting their health is cost. That’s where insurance, like dental and vision insurance, can help. Dental and vision insurance companies negotiate discounts for services their network providers offer. When you buy a dental or vision insurance plan, you’re getting access to these discounts. Additionally, your insurance plan ..read more

Living in Arizona offers a unique blend of climate, geography, culture and lifestyle. It’s an exciting place to call home! However, the things that make living in Arizona special may also have an impact on your dental health and vision health. Here are five issues to look out for: Dry Mouth: The dry weather in Arizona can also make your mouth dry. A dry mouth can make it easier for bacteria to build up. This increases your chances of bad breath, gum disease and tooth decay. Dry Eyes: Because it’s so dry, your eyes might feel dry too. You can also get dry eyes from swimming in salt water or c ..read more

Arizona is home to beautiful landscapes. Many of nature’s big and amazing creations unfold before your eyes. Take a road trip to Arizona’s most breathtaking views and use these visual adventure tips to travel with healthy eyes. Grand Canyon As one of the world’s greatest natural wonders, the Grand Canyon is a sight to see. It stretches approximately 277 miles long, up to 18 miles wide and reaches depths of over a mile. The different layers of rock were shaped by the Colorado river over millions of years creating a view that is so amazing it might seem hard to believe. Visual Adventure Tip: Br ..read more

The traits you get from your family, like eye color, height and weight, are all influenced by your genes. These traits could mean a higher chance of having different kinds of vision problems passed down from your family. It’s important to be aware of these risks and to talk about them with your eye doctor at your annual eye exam. Finding vision and health problems early is key to treating them effectively. Cataracts If you are African American or Hispanic, or if you are an adult over the age of 65, you may be at risk for cataracts. A cataract is a cloudy area in the lens of your eye that make ..read more

Navigating the complexities of employee benefits can be daunting, especially for those outside of human resources who are less fluent in the industry jargon. So how do employers make this easier? We’ve gathered insights from top professionals on their best practices for helping employees maximize their benefits. Consult HR on Benefit Plans Webinars don’t work for everyone, so I encourage employees to reach out to HR directly if they need help understanding what our plans offer. I also advise them to schedule their free annual appointments at the beginning of the year. So many illnesses can be ..read more

Say hello to Dr. Kayla Erps at PDS® Foundation Dentists for Special Needs in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Erps specializes in special health care needs patients.  Dr. Erps earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry. She started practicing in 2021 and has volunteered her time with Special Olympics, Best Buddies International, JOPPA Outreach and Mission of Mercy. Outside of work, she enjoys cheering on the Iowa State Cyclones and Iowa Hawkeyes, hiking, trying new restaurants and watching her favorite Disney and Pixar movies (Coco, Zooptopia and Ala ..read more

According to a 2023 report released by Arizona Alliance for Golf, Arizona is home to 370 golf courses and 10% of Arizonans over age 6 played a round of golf in 2021. Golf is also a key economic driver in the state, making a $6 billion impact on Arizona’s economy. That’s a lot of golf! Golf also offers some unique opportunities to boost your oral health, vision health and overall wellness: Vitamin D Exposure: When you play golf outside, you get sunlight, which gives you vitamin D. This vitamin is really important for your teeth because it helps your body use calcium. Calcium makes your teeth ..read more

Say hello to Dr. David Jourabchi at Kids Dental Spot in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Jourabchi specializes in pediatric and special health care needs patients. He is passionate about treating cavities and gum disease with a holistic approach that begins with oral hygiene and nutrition Dr. Jourabchi earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at UCLA School of Dentistry. He continued his studies with the Fellowship in Community-Based Care at Ohio State University and at Interfaith Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY. Outside of work, he enjoys watching superhero movies, biking, hiking, swimming and a tasty ..read more

Whether you are young or young at heart, taking care of your eyes is important to your overall health. Your eyes will change in size, shape and function throughout your life. It is important to have regular eye exams to watch these changes. Equally important is noticing when you, or a loved one, shows signs of vision problems. Here are a few things to keep in mind to protect your family’s vision health at every age. Infant: Birth to 24 Months Did you know that your child should have an eye exam between 6 months and 1 year? These exams allow the eye doctor to check on proper eye alignment and ..read more

Social media is everywhere these days! Forbes says that 77% of businesses use social media to reach their customers and 90% of users follow at least one brand. Guess what? Insurance companies are one of the many businesses trying to get your attention. If you are one of the 4.9 billion people across the world who used social media in 2023, have you ever thought about following your insurance companies on your favorite platforms? It might not be the first thing you think about when you sign up for new benefits, but there are 3 reasons why you should consider following your insurance companies ..read more