If you or your child plays contact sports, protecting your teeth should be just as important as wearing helmets or pads. Knowing how to protect teeth during sports can help prevent painful and costly dental injuries. The leaves are beginning to fall and school sports are back in full swing. As the kids
read moreWith the rising cost of healthcare and most recently, unemployment related of the pandemic, many individuals will sacrifice basic preventative care, such as cleanings and checkups simply because they lack insurance benefits. The Horizon Plan is dental care made affordable. It is a dental discount plan for uninsured patients and their families offered exclusively through
read moreA new interim policy from the American Dental Association (ADA) states dentistry is an “essential health care service” , reaffirming that oral health has long been recognized as an integral part of overall health. Because they consider dentistry an “essential health care service,” that means that even during a pandemic, routine and preventative care is
read moreEmerging research is now showing a connection between Covid -19 and gum disease. Individuals with underlying gum disease who contract Covid -19 can be at higher risk for serious respiratory complications. Given this information at Horizon Dental Care, we are placing a higher level of focus and urgency on our dental patients who have a history of gum disease. To stay as healthy as possible be sure to keep up to date on your periodontal maintenance and treatment by scheduling (or keeping) your upcoming appointment.
read moreCovid-19 has changed many things about our daily lives, and that includes dental care. However, going to the dentist is still safe and dental issues rarely go away on their own; delaying treatment can result in worsening symptoms and complications.
read moreCovid-19 pandemic has changed many things especially healthcare, but maintaining good oral health remains very important for your overall health. Due restrictions on dental offices during the Covid-19 shutdown, many patients missed their routine cleanings and other non-urgent, but necessary, treatments. It is important for them to get back on track soon rather than later to prevent future dental problems or unexpected emergencies.
read moreWe are pleased to announce that Horizon Dental Care has been approved by the State of PA to reopen our office for non-urgent treatments on May 8, 2020. COVID-19 has been a very difficult time for all of us. Many of patients have been forced to wait for dental care. We deeply appreciate their understanding
read moreDuring the Covid-19 crisis, Horizon Dental Care is providing EMERGENCY TREATMENT only. Horizon Dental Care has been on the forefront of patient safety and protection we will continue to utilize these measures recommended infection control protocols issued by the CDC, ADA and the PA Department of Health to provide the safest care possible for our
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Love your smile! Good oral hygiene is the key to a beautiful and healthy smile, but it is not only important for your health it is also important for those you love. Did you know that tooth decay can be contagious? Something as simple as kissing your valentine on the mouth, or even sharing a fork,
read moreDr. John Evanish III, President and CEO, Horizon Dental Care, recently hosted a career night for the Pre-Dental Graduates and members of the Health Professions Organization from the University of Scranton. The students were recognized for their academic achievements and then had the opportunity to tour Horizon Dental Care.
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