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2014 Olympic Smiles

February 6, 2014 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Every two years we are reminded of our inarguable connection to the rest of the world. In 2014, we’ll watch as the athletes of the Winter Olympics ski, skate and luged their way to the podium. This year, most Americans are sitting with their eyes glued to the screen in wonder … [Read more...]

Groundhog Day: All About Groundhog Teeth

February 4, 2014 By Delta Dental of Virginia

In honor of Groundhog Day, we wanted to take a close look at the oral health and teeth of groundhogs. Groundhogs, also called woodchucks, whistle-pigs or land beavers, are rodents belonging to the group of large ground squirrels called marmots living in the lowland regions of … [Read more...]

Birth Defects and Oral Health

January 30, 2014 By Delta Dental of Virginia

“A good diet my dear, that’s the key, “Don’t stress!” “Exercise!” Oh, the advice when you are pregnant is never ending! But nobody really speaks about the effect of oral hygiene during pregnancy. With all the mayhem of morning sickness, sleeplessness, and inability to eat, who … [Read more...]

Grant Recipient Profile: Rescue Mission of Roanoke

January 28, 2014 By Delta Dental of Virginia

The Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation is proud to award a grant to the Rescue Mission of Roanoke. The grant will aid the G. Wayne Fralin Free Clinic for the Homeless in improving the oral health of at-risk, underserved populations in Roanoke by providing funding for emergency … [Read more...]