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5 Reasons You May Owe Money Out-Of-Pocket at the Dentist

October 22, 2019 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Person opening their wallet and taking out cash.

Visiting the dentist is an essential part of maintaining oral health, but sometimes unexpected expenses can arise even after your dental appointment. Understanding why these out-of-pocket costs occur can help you better prepare for future visits and manage your budget more … [Read more...]

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

Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and Oral Health

August 27, 2019 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Learn about how the mouth responds to Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis and inflammatory bowel disease.

We don’t often think of our mouth as part of our digestive tract —but it is! How well we digest our food impacts our smiles, too. That’s why diseases in the digestive tract and other stomach problems can worsen your oral health. Some symptoms that occur in the mouth point to an … [Read more...]

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

Inhalers Causing Oral Thrush | Why and What to Do

July 9, 2019 By Shelby Tatomir

You’re probably aware of how to care for your inhaler. But what about your oral health? Did you know that you can get oral thrush from inhalers?

For some people, inhalers are a part of everyday life. Maybe you live with a condition like asthma, making the use of a handy medicine dispenser a regular occurrence for you. You’re probably aware of how to care for your inhaler, but what about your oral health? Did you know that … [Read more...]

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

Specialize in Geriatric Dental Care at Your Practice | What it Takes and Why You Should

May 28, 2019 By Shelby Tatomir

In the coming years, the US will have more adults over 65 than ever before. Is your dental practice ready for this generation’s needs?

The number of individuals in the US that are 65 and older has grown more than any other age group in the US. In fact, the older adult age group has had more growth than its younger populations combined! Did you know that older adults 65 years of age and older are expected to make … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Golden Grins

5 Healthy Habits for Aging Gracefully and Protecting Your Smile

January 23, 2019 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Older couple smiling at the top of a mountain.

*Updated September 2026 Key takeaways about aging gracefully and protecting your oral health: Aging is a natural part of life, and while we can't stop the clock, we can adopt behaviors that support us in aging gracefully. Embracing healthy habits can make a significant … [Read more...]

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

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