Guardian can help you support a lifetime of healthy smiles
What’s happening: On average, 34 million school hours are missed each year because of major or unplanned dental care.1
Why it matters: The impact this has on a child’s learning and socialization, and working parents may need to take time off work.
What’s happening: Nearly 9 in 10 parents say their children’s oral health is important and generally they prioritize their children’s oral health above their own.2
Why it matters: Show employees they are valued by supporting what they care about.
What’s happening: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that dental visits for children have increased steadily over the past two decades.
Why it matters: Dependent dental coverage helps make these visits possible, while also helping families save—a big deal when dental costs account for about 20% of a child’s total health care expenses.3
Teens are turning to social media for dental health advice
6 TikTok dental trends teens should avoid
Some DIY dental “hacks” or trends have garnered millions of views as they promise to upgrade smiles with quick fixes and potentially harmful fads. Learn the trends and how to respond.
Dental plans that set up families to live tobacco free
Support in stamping out tobacco use for teens and adults
A rise in tobacco use and vaping among teens and young adults is an increasing issue. The Guardian + Pelago Tobacco Cessation program, which comes with all Guardian Group Dental plans, can help employees and their families.
How you can save the day for employees and their young loved ones
Did you know that establishing good brushing behavior can start as early as 6 months, before a baby’s first teeth may appear? You can make a lasting difference in the lives of your employees by sharing vital information on the importance of good oral health habits. Let’s get started. Read our "Ounce of Prevention" report about the long-term impact of preventive dental care at all ages.
Support the oral health of employees and their families for the long term with benefit features like Early Smiles® 100% coverage for kids
Supporting smiles from the inside out
Did you know that oral health can impact mental health, and vice versa? And that dentists can spot physical, as well as mental and emotional wellness challenges related to oral health? That's why offering dental benefits along with mental wellness benefits may be a way to further support employees and families.
Our commitment to supporting oral health extends to employees and their families. Find out how.
1 CDC.gov, Division of Oral Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, January, 2021
2 Dental fundamentals In-demand dental benefits that support well-being, Guardian Edge, 2022. P. 7
3 Kids and Dental Health: Rising Costs and Struggling State Programs a Dangerous Mix, Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF)
DentalGuard Insurance is underwritten and issued by The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, New York, NY. Products are not available in all states. Policy limitations and exclusions apply. Optional riders and/or features may incur additional costs. Generic Policy Form # GP-1-DG2000, et al; GP-1-DEN-16; DG7-P. The state approved form is the governing document.
The Early Smiles in network option is available in all states excluding GA, MS, SD, TX & WY where an in and out of network option is available. Product not available in Idaho.