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Lower Risk of Oral Cancer Linked to Flossing, Dentist Visits

March 28, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Researchers have discovered that people who don’t floss daily are more likely to develop oral cancer. Read on to learn more about the importance of flossing.

Flossing is an important oral health habit that promotes a healthy mouth and body. Yet, in a recent survey, only 16 percent of respondents said they always floss once a day. When asked why they don’t floss, participants stated it was too time-consuming, painful or gross. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Dental Health, Virginia

Dental Health Summer Institute for Virginia High School Students Strives for Diversity in Dentistry

March 7, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

The Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation and Old Dominion University's Gene W. Hirschfeld School of Dental Hygiene are partnering to bring a unique program to the Commonwealth that will provide an educational pathway for diverse groups of high school students … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Dental Health, Community Outreach, Company News, Dental Health, Virginia

Women’s History Month: Women in Dentistry

February 22, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re recognizing a handful of very important women in the history of dentistry. These women overcame numerous hurdles to pave the way for other women in dentistry, and we’re proud to offer a glimpse at their stories.

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re recognizing a handful of very important women in the history of dentistry. These women overcame numerous hurdles to pave the way for other women in dentistry, and we’re proud to offer a glimpse at their stories. Emeline Roberts Jones – … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Dental Health, Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Health, Just for Fun, Virginia

Celebrate World Oral Health Day

February 22, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

On March 20, more than 100 countries unite for World Oral Health Day to celebrate the importance of good oral hygiene.

World Oral Health Day is a global initiative that takes place on March 20th every year. It’s been celebrated since 2013 and serves to spread awareness about why oral health is important to every one of us. It’s paramount to maintain a healthy mouth at every age! Why is World … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Dental Health, Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Dental Health, Holiday, Just for Fun, Virginia

Saint Patrick’s Day: Alcohol and Your Teeth

February 22, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

St. Patrick’s Day has a reputation, and as much fun as it can be, a day of debauchery doesn’t only leave a hangover. It also paves the way for cavities to set up shop on your teeth.

St. Patrick’s Day has a reputation. In a celebration of Irish pride, inhibitions are often thrown out the window in favor of a good time—one that typically involves alcohol. As much fun as St. Patrick’s Day can be, the day-long celebration doesn’t only leave a hangover. It also … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Health, Holiday, Just for Fun, Recipes and Nutrition

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