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Dental Insurance: What is Dental Insurance and How Does it Work?

March 28, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

With words like deductible, copay and premiums often getting tossed around, it's understandable that dental insurance can sometimes be confusing. Understanding how your dental insurance works will help ensure you're getting the most out of a plan at a price that best fits your budget.

Did you know that more than 26 percent of Americans have avoided care or treatment because they are unsure what their insurance covers? With words like deductible, copay, and premiums getting tossed around, it's understandable that dental insurance can sometimes be confusing. … [Read more...]

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

Why Do My Teeth Hurt in Spring? Allergies, Sinus Pressure & Toothache Relief in Virginia

March 28, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Allergies and sinus pressure can lead to a toothache if left untreated. Learn how to keep seasonal allergies at bay.

*Updated April 2026 Key takeaways about allergies and toothaches: Spring is in the air, but so is pollen. Seasonal allergies and sinus pressure can do more than make you sneeze; they can cause uncomfortable tooth pain. If you've been reaching for pain relievers because … [Read more...]

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

Good Oral Hygiene Habits and Regular Dental Visits May Reduce Oral Cancer Risk

March 28, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Researchers have discovered that people who don’t floss daily are more likely to develop oral cancer. Read on to learn more about the importance of flossing.

*Updated April 2026 Key takeaways about oral hygiene and oral cancer risk: This year, more than 60 thousand Americans will receive an oral cancer diagnosis. The difference between early and late detection is significant. Early-stage patients may have up to an 85 percent … [Read more...]

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

Dental Health Summer Institute for Virginia High School Students Strives for Diversity in Dentistry

March 7, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

The Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation and Old Dominion University's Gene W. Hirschfeld School of Dental Hygiene are partnering to bring a unique program to the Commonwealth that will provide an educational pathway for diverse groups of high school students … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Dental Health, Community Outreach, Company News, Dental Health, Virginia

Women’s History Month: Women in Dentistry

February 22, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re recognizing a handful of very important women in the history of dentistry. These women overcame numerous hurdles to pave the way for other women in dentistry, and we’re proud to offer a glimpse at their stories.

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re recognizing a handful of very important women in the history of dentistry. These women overcame numerous hurdles to pave the way for other women in dentistry, and we’re proud to offer a glimpse at their stories. Emeline Roberts Jones – … [Read more...]

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

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