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Hydration & Your Mouth: Oral Health Benefits of Water

May 16, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

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*Updated July 2026 Key takeaways about the benefits of water: Are you drinking enough water? If not, your smile may be paying the price! Staying properly hydrated supports many important functions throughout the body, including regulating temperature, aiding digestion, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Health, Recipes and Nutrition

Reasons to love electric toothbrushes and how to properly brush with them

May 16, 2022 By Delta Dental of Virginia

There are so many reasons why we love the electric toothbrush. So, let's go ahead and dive into its benefits and how to master your electric brushing technique.

It seems everything is going electric — cars, fireplaces, scooters and even your toothbrush! Similar to an electric car’s efficiency on the road, electric toothbrushes help make our oral health routine a little easier. There are many reasons why we love electric toothbrushes that … [Read more...]

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

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

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*Updated September 2026 Key takeaways about the value of dental insurance: Ninety percent of adults admitted they “believe that a dental visit is as important as an annual physical,” according to the 2026 State of America’s Oral Health and Wellness Report. However, as … [Read more...]

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

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