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3 Things You Need to Know About Wisdom Teeth

May 10, 2016 By Delta Dental of Virginia

What do you know really know about your wisdom teeth?

85% of people need to get their wisdom teeth extracted at some point in their lifetime. In the past decade, the wisdom on wisdom teeth has advanced. Though some things have stayed the same, a lot has changed. Here’s what you need to know: … [Read more...]

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1 Last Task Before You Become An Empty Nester

April 28, 2016 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Your kids are ready to leave for college…almost. Here’s one thing you may have forgotten:

With 18 years of school behind them and summer ahead of them, we’re willing to bet your kids are more concerned with a healthy tan than health insurance. That’s where you come in. … [Read more...]

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Caught in the Middle: Insurance Tips for the Sandwich Generation

April 21, 2016 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Caring for your children and aging parents isn’t easy. These tips can help:

It seems strange to place middle-aged adults in the same category as BLTs and PB&Js. But instead of 2 slices of bread, adults are finding themselves financially “sandwiched” between 2 generations: their children and aging parents. … [Read more...]

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Gums Turn Blue. What to Do?

April 20, 2016 By Delta Dental of Virginia

What to do if you notice a black or blue bump on your child’s gums:

Black and blue bumps aren’t just for skinned knees. If your tot is teething, you may notice a bruise-colored bump on your child’s gums. Parental instincts may tell you to think the worst, but that black-and-blue bump is likely nothing to worry about. The discoloration is probably … [Read more...]

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Bye-Bye Baby Teeth: A Loose Tooth Guide

January 28, 2016 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Their smile is growing up! 4 tips your tooth-losing tot:

From first wiggles to gap-toothed giggles, losing teeth is a mouth’s coming-of-age story. Baby teeth falling out means your little one is growing up (*cue the tears*). It’s been awhile since you put a tooth under your pillow for the Tooth Fairy — what can you expect the second … [Read more...]

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