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The Connection Between Heart Health and Dental Disease

May 31, 2023 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Doctor holding a heart cushion.

*Updated September 2025 Did you know your heart and your smile are more connected than you might think? Taking care of your teeth isn’t just about avoiding cavities. Having good oral health also plays a role in keeping your heart healthy. Your body’s systems work together … [Read more...]

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

Meet the Dentist: Dentists are just like you!

May 2, 2023 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Getting to know your dentist can help ease dental fear and anxiety. We sat down with a practicing dentist to discuss tips to feel more comfortable at dentist appointments and his favorite candy.

If you or a loved one has a fear of the dentist, dentist appointments and procedures can be scary. One of the reasons people fear going to the dentist is because they are unfamiliar with their oral health care team. It can be daunting having to lay down on an unfamiliar chair and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Dental Health, Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Dental Health, Just for Fun, Virginia

What are the Costs of Avoiding the Dentist?

May 2, 2023 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Does the cost of a dental appointment keep you from your cleanings? The real, long-term cost of avoiding the dentist may surprise you.

Does the cost of cleanings keep you from going to the dentist twice a year? The real cost of skipping the dentist may be more than you think. If you’re steering clear of regular visits to the dentist, you may be impacting more than your mouth. Dental cleanings have direct … [Read more...]

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

Why we Appreciate Dental Hygienists | National Dental Hygienist Week

March 20, 2023 By Delta Dental of Virginia

If you have ever been to the dentist before you have certainly met a dental hygienist. Dental hygienists play an important role when it comes to your oral health and keeping track of any changes in your mouth.

Celebrating dental hygienists during National Dental Hygienist Week It’s National Dental Hygienist week, and if you have ever visited a dentist, you have most certainly met a dental hygienist. Dental hygienists play an important role when it comes to your oral health and … [Read more...]

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

Top 5 Ways to Take Care of Your Children’s Teeth

January 31, 2023 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Father and daughter brushing their teeth together.

*Updated February 2026 Key takeaways about caring for children’s teeth: If you’ve spent time around children, you know getting them to brush their teeth isn’t always easy. Still, prioritizing your child’s oral health is essential to their overall well-being and long-term … [Read more...]

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

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