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Why Dental Assistants Are Essential to Every Dental Office

February 5, 2021 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Dental assistant helping a child at the dentist.

*Updated March 2026 Key takeaways about dental assistants: When most people go to a dental office, they often assume the dentist does all the work. But behind every efficient, well-run appointment is a dental assistant making it all happen. From office management to … [Read more...]

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

The History of Women in Dentistry

February 5, 2021 By Delta Dental of Virginia

To celebrate National Women’s History Month, take a look at the tremendous women who have changed dentistry for the better. Although we couldn’t cover all the pioneering women who helped shape dental care, we’ve included just some of their milestone stories.

To celebrate National Women’s History Month, take a look at the tremendous women who have changed dentistry for the better. Although we couldn’t cover all the pioneering women who helped shape dental care, we’ve included a sampling of their milestone stories. Lucy Beaman Hobbs … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health, Just for Fun, Virginia

Dental Care Timeline for Infants & Children

January 25, 2021 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Most pediatric dentists will agree that regular dental care should begin by 1 year of age, with a dental check-up twice a year for most children.

Most pediatric dentists will agree that regular dental care should begin by 1 year of age, with a dental check-up twice a year for most children. This dental checklist for infants and toddlers is from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD): Birth to 6 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Dental Health, Dental Benefits, Dental Health

Let Go of Winter Mouth Woes

December 15, 2020 By Delta Dental of Virginia

The holidays are ending, but the chilly winter weather is still going strong. Sledding, skating and snowmen are among the most enjoyable winter hobbies. While winter can bring grins, the frigid temps may trigger mouth problems.

Chilly winter weather is going strong. Sledding, skating and snowmen are among the most enjoyable winter hobbies. Winter can bring grins, but the frigid temps can trigger mouth problems. Much like a snowflake, each person's set of teeth is unique. Some are sensitive to cold … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health, Just for Fun

It’s the Year You Use Your Benefits Wisely

December 14, 2020 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Each year we set new year's resolutions to improve our health. But using your insurance benefits is often forgotten. Follow these ideas to learn more about your benefits and make sure you're getting the most out of them this year.

Many of us use the fresh start of a new year to set resolutions to change bad habits or to improve our health. Unfortunately, by the time we reach Valentine’s Day, most resolutions have failed. Why not make this the year that you fully review and use your dental benefits? … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Benefits, Dental Health

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