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What are the Costs of Avoiding the Dentist?

May 2, 2023 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Does the cost of a dental appointment keep you from your cleanings? The real, long-term cost of avoiding the dentist may surprise you.

Does the cost of cleanings keep you from going to the dentist twice a year? The real cost of skipping the dentist may be more than you think. If you’re steering clear of regular visits to the dentist, you may be impacting more than your mouth. Dental cleanings have direct … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Dental Health, Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Dental Health

The Future of Eco-Friendly Dentistry

March 20, 2023 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Today’s consumers are more likely to support a business that practices sustainability. Here’s how dentists can adopt eco-friendly dentistry.

Environmental consciousness plays a critical role in the decision to support a company and its products for today's consumers. A recent study from First Insight and the Baker Retailing Center at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania found that 62 percent … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Virginia

What to do After an Eye Injury

March 20, 2023 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Do you know what to do after an eye injury? Eye injuries can be mild or severe and are more common than you may think. Learn more about what to do after an eye injury to prevent further damage and protect your vision.

When you think about injuries, what comes to mind? Broken bones? Sprained ankles? Maybe a laceration? Most people do not think of the eyes as a common place to have an injury. However, each year an estimated 2.4 million people suffer from eye injuries in the United States. That’s … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Virginia

Ease Dental Anxiety With Kids

March 20, 2023 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Dental assistant and patient looking in the mirror and smiling in the dental office.

*Updated February 2025 Regular dental check-ups are a vital part of keeping your child’s smile healthy and preventing issues like cavities and gum disease. However, for many kids, the thought of visiting the dentist can spark feelings of fear or dental anxiety. As a parent, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Dental Health, Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Health

Dental Office Smells a Turn-Off? Aromatherapy Can Help

March 20, 2023 By Delta Dental of Virginia

That off-putting dental office smell doesn’t have to keep patients away anymore, thanks to aromatherapy. Try these two scents to reduce feelings of anxiety and elevate moods in the dentist's office.

What is the first thing people usually notice when they walk into an office or a dental practice? If you guessed the smell, you are correct! Smell has a huge influence when it comes to perceiving the world around us. Certain smells can trigger unpleasant memories. In a dental … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Just for Fun

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