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Why employers should offer vision benefits

April 21, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Employer-sponsored vision insurance is often underutilized by companies. Find out all the benefits of offering comprehensive insurance packages for healthier and happier employees.

With many jobs now requiring screen time, the health of our eyes is becoming even more important. So why don’t all companies provide vision benefits to their employees? According to a survey, offering vision insurance to employees increases retention rates at the company by 87 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Virginia

The Unique Connection Between Oral Health and Mental Health

April 21, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Woman sitting in the sun and doing yoga.

*Updated May 2026 Key takeaways about oral health and mental health: The link between oral health and physical health is well established. For example, poor oral hygiene has long been associated with serious conditions like heart disease and stroke. But the relationship … [Read more...]

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

The Sun and Our Vision | Prevent Eye Damage from the Sun

April 21, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Friends smiling and taking a selfie with sunglasses on.

The sun brightens our days, but ultraviolet (UV) rays can pose serious risks to our eye health. Prolonged exposure to these rays can lead to various forms of eye damage, some of which can have lasting effects. Protecting your eyes from damaging UV rays is important whether you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Virginia, Vision

5 Tips to Quit Tobacco and Protect Your Oral Health

April 21, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

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*Updated May 2026 Key takeaways about tips to quit tobacco: Quitting tobacco isn't easy, but it is possible! An estimated 49.2 million Americans use tobacco products, usually via cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and other means. The good news is there are more tools and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Health

How Much Are Dental Benefits Worth: The Value of Dental Insurance vs. Paying Out of Pocket

March 28, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Many people may refrain from getting insurance because they don't see the value of dental insurance or understand how much dental benefits are worth. This misunderstanding could be due to a variety of things, such as a lack of resources or knowledge on what dental insurance can do or misconceptions that paying out of pocket is simply a more accessible option.

According to a Delta Dental survey, 86 percent of Americans agree that oral health is very or extremely important to their overall health. However, an estimated 76.5 million Americans do not have dental insurance. If most Americans can agree on the value of oral health, why do … [Read more...]

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

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