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The Best Ways to Discourage Kids from Using Tobacco

April 15, 2021 By Delta Dental of Virginia

A tough conversation doesn’t have to be impossible — here are some tips for how you can help convince your kids to stay away from tobacco:

Hundreds of cases of lung disease and at least nine deaths have recently been linked to vaping.1 This is especially concerning in light of the explosive growth in e-cigarette usage by high schoolers (up 78% in 2018).2 There are long-term concerns regarding tobacco use among … [Read more...]

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

Dealing with Dental Anxiety

April 14, 2021 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Man in waiting room

What keeps people from getting the preventive dental care they need for a healthy smile? More than 1 in 4 Americans (27%) who’ve bypassed care admit they were scared of going to the dentist.1 Avoiding dental care often leads to poorer oral health, pain and more costly and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health Tagged With: anxiety, dental, dentist, fear, fear of the dentist

Save Earth: Make Every Day Earth Day

March 31, 2021 By Delta Dental of Virginia

As we celebrate a greener world on Earth Day, there are ways you can help save energy and reduce waste, even while brushing your teeth! Changing your routine doesn’t have to be huge. Even small things, such as remembering to turn off the tap while brushing, may help reduce water … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Holiday, Virginia Tagged With: day, earth, Reduce, waste

Healthy falafel

March 31, 2021 By Delta Dental of Virginia

falafel

Enjoy this savory treat that’s packed with spices. It’s just as tasty as fried falafel but much healthier. Plus, the chickpeas are rich in protein that protects your tooth enamel and fiber that cleans your mouth and gums. Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 can … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Recipes and Nutrition

Protect Yourself with Knowledge: Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month

March 22, 2021 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Did you know that your dentist checks for signs of oral cancer during routine visits? Your dentist is perhaps your first line of detection for oral cancer, which, along with other head and neck cancers, accounts for roughly four percent of cancers in America.

Did you know that your dentist checks for signs of oral cancer during routine visits? Your dentist is perhaps your first line of detection for oral cancer, which, along with other head and neck cancers, accounts for roughly four percent of cancers in America, according to the … [Read more...]

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

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