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Katelynne Shepard

Does Insurance Cover Orthodontic Treatment?

Dental insurance can certainly help quite a bit when you're dealing with a cavity or need a crown, but when it comes to orthodontic insurance, it can be a bit more complicated.

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Medical
Andrea Burton

How Much Does a Teeth-Grinding Night Guard Cost?

Teeth grinding and clenching can leave you feeling miserable in the morning. But is a night guard the right solution, and how much is a night guard, anyway?

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Home Improvement
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Be Your Own General Contractor. Here's How

Traditionally, people hire general contractors to oversee and manage projects. Being your own general contractor means you take on this role yourself, and handle all the responsibilities and risks involved.

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Home Improvement
Elizabeth Michael

What Are Those Tiny Bugs in My House — and, More Importantly, How Do I Get Rid of 'Em?

While some common small black bugs are more frustrating than harmful, others can spread germs and cause wicked bites. Here are some helpful tips to identify and eliminate small bugs in your house. 

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Medical
Shelley Frost

How to Reduce Out-of-Pocket Costs for Dental Procedures

The specifics of your insurance plan often impact how much of the dental work costs you have to pay. However, you can get creative and figure out how to pay for expensive dental work by lowering your out-of-pocket costs.

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Medical
Andrea Burton

How Much Does It Cost to Treat a Dental Abscess?

Ouch! You've been up all night with a throbbing pain in your tooth, and you're waiting to hear back from your dentist. Right now, you just want the pain to stop, but in the back of your mind, you're thinking about how much it’s going to cost to fix.

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Insurance
Shelley Frost

7 Factors That Affect Car Insurance Rates

Dealing with high car insurance rates? Before you think about selling your car and pedaling your bike everywhere, consider the factors that influence your auto insurance rates.

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Home Improvement
Rowan Guthrie

Being Your Own General Contractor: Pros and Cons

Being your own general contractor is one way of reducing your costs, and there’s the added benefit of knowing the project is your own. However, for every upside, there’s a countering downside.

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