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Pediatric Dentist vs. General Dentist: The Right Choice(s) for Your Family

August 24, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Deciding whether to see a pediatric dentist vs. a general dentist can be difficult for families. This article will help you make the right choice for your family.

It goes without saying that you and your kids are at different points in your life, but does that mean you need different dentists? If you are unsure whether you need both a pediatric dentist and a general dentist, this article may help! Pediatric Dentists vs. General … [Read more...]

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

How to Choose the Right Individual Dental Insurance Plan for Retirement

July 29, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Older couple smiling and drinking coffee.

*Updated September 2026 Key takeaways about choosing the right individual dental insurance plan: If you're lucky enough to be thinking about retirement, it's also time to start thinking about how you'll maintain your oral health once you leave the workforce. Many … [Read more...]

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

Kids Continue to Miss School Because of Dental Problems

July 29, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

The dental health of children is critical for their overall health and well-being. Every year kids miss valuable school days due to dental problems.

Every year kids miss school due to dental problems and spend an entire day sitting in a dentist’s chair rather than their school desk. The dental health of children is critical to their overall health and well-being. Poor dental health may impact important parts of a child’s … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Dental Health, Dental Benefits, Dental Health

Tongue and overall health: Reasons to stick your tongue out

June 23, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Have you taken a good look at your tongue? If not, here’s a reminder to stick out your tongue! Look for discoloration, bumps, lesions and more. The health of your tongue can tell you a lot about the health of your body.

When was the last time you got a good look at your tongue? If it has been a while, now is a great time to stick your tongue out. The tongue is sometimes called the window into your health — and for good reason. This amazing organ can alert you to serious health issues before … [Read more...]

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

Long term effects of poor oral health care on children

June 23, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Poor oral health care can lead to negative long-term effects on children. Learn more about the consequences of poor oral health care and how it can impact your child's future.

Most parents understand how important good physical health is for the well-being of their children, but sometimes the value of good oral health can be overlooked. Poor oral health in children may lead to many negative long-term effects, including physical and mental health … [Read more...]

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

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