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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

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*Updated September 2026 Key takeaways about the value of dental insurance: Ninety percent of adults admitted they “believe that a dental visit is as important as an annual physical,” according to the 2026 State of America’s Oral Health and Wellness Report. However, as … [Read more...]

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

Dental Insurance: What is Dental Insurance and How Does it Work?

March 28, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

With words like deductible, copay and premiums often getting tossed around, it's understandable that dental insurance can sometimes be confusing. Understanding how your dental insurance works will help ensure you're getting the most out of a plan at a price that best fits your budget.

Did you know that more than 26 percent of Americans have avoided care or treatment because they are unsure what their insurance covers? With words like deductible, copay, and premiums getting tossed around, it's understandable that dental insurance can sometimes be confusing. … [Read more...]

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

Why Do My Teeth Hurt in Spring? Allergies, Sinus Pressure & Toothache Relief in Virginia

March 28, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Person holding their jaw in pain.

*Updated April 2026 Key takeaways about allergies and toothaches: Spring is in the air, but so is pollen. Seasonal allergies and sinus pressure can do more than make you sneeze; they can cause uncomfortable tooth pain. If you've been reaching for pain relievers because … [Read more...]

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

Good Oral Hygiene Habits and Regular Dental Visits May Reduce Oral Cancer Risk

March 28, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Man flossing his teeth.

*Updated April 2026 Key takeaways about oral hygiene and oral cancer risk: This year, more than 60 thousand Americans will receive an oral cancer diagnosis. The difference between early and late detection is significant. Early-stage patients may have up to an 85 percent … [Read more...]

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

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