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Returning to the dentist during COVID-19

May 27, 2020 By Shelby Tatomir

Virginia dental offices are re-opening for regular appointments, but things may not look the same when you go back. The next time you go to the dentist, you may have a new experience because of coronavirus (COVID-19). Here are some things that may happen before and during … [Read more...]

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

Teledentistry Brings Dental Care into the Comfort of Your Home

May 27, 2020 By Shelby Tatomir

Teledentistry can ensure that patients are triaged quickly and effectively without having to send anyone to an emergency room.

Teledentistry can help cut down on visits to the dental office, allowing you to get the care you need without disrupting your schedule. Through teledentistry, patients are triaged virtually, where you can have a discussion with your dentist about your situation. Your dentist … [Read more...]

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

Bad Taste After Brushing? Common Explanations

March 16, 2020 By Shelby Tatomir

If you have bad breath after brushing your teeth, you aren’t imagining things. The minty freshness of toothpaste plus the scrubbing power of your toothbrush may not be enough to fix some underlying issues.

If you believe you have bad breath after brushing your teeth, you aren’t imagining things. The minty freshness of toothpaste plus the scrubbing power of your toothbrush may not be enough to fix some underlying issues. We have between 2,000 and 8,000 taste buds in our mouths, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Health

Oral Health Risks of Vaping

February 18, 2020 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Person smoking a vape.

*Updated May 2026 Key takeaways about oral health risks of vaping: Vaping has quickly become one of the most common nicotine habits among teens and young adults, and although it may seem like a better option than smoking, your mouth still pays the price. From gum … [Read more...]

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Dental Professionals Decoded

February 12, 2020 By Shelby Tatomir

Your general dentist is just one of the many professionals who can help you maintain a healthy smile. There are a lot of “odontists” out there – from ones who help with appliances like braces to others who specialize in restorations. Here are a few of the most common specialized … [Read more...]

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

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