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Do Toddlers Need Dental Insurance?

June 23, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Do toddlers need dental insurance? Find out whether toddlers need dental insurance and what can happen without it.

Many parents wonder if their toddler needs dental insurance and the answer is yes! A lifetime of good oral health habits starts young. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends booking an appointment with a dentist no later than your child’s first birthday. Some dental … [Read more...]

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

Oral Health Basics: How to properly brush your teeth and floss

May 16, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Knowing how to properly brush your teeth and floss is an important part of having good oral health. Learn the correct way to brush and floss your teeth.

Brush twice. Floss once. These are the daily recommendations from the American Dental Association (ADA) for taking care of your teeth. However, if you aren’t using the proper techniques when brushing or flossing, you could be doing more harm than good to your teeth! Check out the … [Read more...]

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

Reasons to love electric toothbrushes and how to properly brush with them

May 16, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

There are so many reasons why we love the electric toothbrush. So, let's go ahead and dive into its benefits and how to master your electric brushing technique.

It seems everything is going electric — cars, fireplaces, scooters and even your toothbrush! Similar to an electric car’s efficiency on the road, electric toothbrushes help make our oral health routine a little easier. There are many reasons why we love electric toothbrushes that … [Read more...]

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

The Unique Connection Between Oral and Mental Health

April 21, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Depression, bipolar disorders, and other mental health illnesses can have a negative impact on oral health. Learn more about the strong oral and mental health connection.

The connection between oral health and physical, overall health is well-documented. For example, poor oral health can put you at a higher risk for heart disease, stroke and other serious illnesses. But what about the relationship between oral health and mental health? You may be … [Read more...]

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

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

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