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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

Reasons People May Fear the Dentist and the Truth Behind Them

May 2, 2023 By Delta Dental of Virginia

There are many reasons people fear the dentist. The good news is there are many solutions to help ease anxiety during dental appointments. Learn more about the most common fears of the dentist and ways to make your experience more comfortable.

Does the idea of going to the dentist make you nervous? You’re not alone! An estimated 36% of people in the U.S. experience dental anxiety before and during dental appointments. Whether you have a specific or general fear of the dentist, it’s important to recognize it and take … [Read more...]

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

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

Ease Dental Anxiety With Kids

March 20, 2023 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Dental assistant and patient looking in the mirror and smiling in the dental office.

*Updated February 2025 Regular dental check-ups are a vital part of keeping your child’s smile healthy and preventing issues like cavities and gum disease. However, for many kids, the thought of visiting the dentist can spark feelings of fear or dental anxiety. As a parent, … [Read more...]

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

How Athletes can Protect their Smiles During Games

March 1, 2023 By Delta Dental of Virginia

With college basketball tournaments right around the corner, let’s investigate the connections between sports and oral health injuries and go over methods of oral health protection for athletes both on and off the court.

Every year in March, college basketball players from all over the United States come together to compete to see which team will be crowned a champion. Hundreds of athletes battle it out to be the last team standing in the finals. To do this it takes hours of practice and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health, Health and Fitness, Just for Fun

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