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The Unique Connection Between Oral Health and Mental Health

April 21, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

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*Updated May 2026 Key takeaways about oral health and mental health: The link between oral health and physical health is well established. For example, poor oral hygiene has long been associated with serious conditions like heart disease and stroke. But the relationship … [Read more...]

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

5 Tips to Quit Tobacco and Protect Your Oral Health

April 21, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

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*Updated May 2026 Key takeaways about tips to quit tobacco: Quitting tobacco isn't easy, but it is possible! An estimated 49.2 million Americans use tobacco products, usually via cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and other means. The good news is there are more tools and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Health

How Much Are Dental Benefits Worth: The Value of Dental Insurance vs. Paying Out of Pocket

March 28, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Many people may refrain from getting insurance because they don't see the value of dental insurance or understand how much dental benefits are worth. This misunderstanding could be due to a variety of things, such as a lack of resources or knowledge on what dental insurance can do or misconceptions that paying out of pocket is simply a more accessible option.

According to a Delta Dental survey, 86 percent of Americans agree that oral health is very or extremely important to their overall health. However, an estimated 76.5 million Americans do not have dental insurance. If most Americans can agree on the value of oral health, why do … [Read more...]

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

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

Person holding their jaw in pain.

*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

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