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Dentists, Diabetes, and You: Effects Diabetes has on Teeth and Gums

October 13, 2020 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Living with undiagnosed or unmanaged diabetes can have a serious impact on your teeth and gums. Learn more about the impact of diabetes and oral health, plus ways to keep your oral and overall health in good condition.

In the United States, one in 10 people have diabetes. However, one in five people with the disease aren’t aware they have it. This is concerning because it can be hard to manage the condition without a diagnosis. While a medical doctor is often the first to see symptoms of … [Read more...]

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

Virginia Apple Cider with No Added Sugar

August 25, 2020 By Delta Dental of Virginia

It’s the season for healthy, hearty Virginia apple recipes! Make sure those sweet treats are also a little tooth friendly with our no-sugar added Virginia apple cider recipe.

It’s finally the season to harvest healthy, hearty Virginia apples for a plethora of fall recipes! And we’re here to make sure those sweet treats are also tooth-friendly. This low-sugar Virginia apple cider recipe keeps all the goodness of fresh apples without added … [Read more...]

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

3 Homemade Healthy Popsicles

June 16, 2020 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Enjoy any of these 3 delicious and smile-friendly popsicles:

Ice-cold desserts always taste better during the summer months, but most varieties found in the supermarket are packed with added sugar. Do your smile a favor and make your own homemade healthy popsicles. Fruit-Infused Water Pops Ingredients Sliced fruit (add your … [Read more...]

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

Brushing and Flossing with Arthritis Pain

April 14, 2020 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Learn the connection between oral health and joint inflammation, plus how to brush and floss with arthritis.

Our mouths need dental care day and night, so it’s important to find a way to make that happen. Brushing and flossing with arthritis in the hands can be painful, but avoiding daily care only leads to more pain. Ignoring oral health can lead to gum disease, cavities … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health, Health and Fitness

Do You Know the Risks of Oral Cancer?

March 16, 2020 By Delta Dental of Virginia

The National Cancer Institute estimates there are more than 100 types of cancer. Among them is oral cancer. Each year more than 30,000 new cases of oral cancer are reported, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

The National Cancer Institute estimates there are more than 100 types of cancer. Among them is oral cancer. Statistics show that on average, one person dies from oral cancer every hour of the day, 365 days a year. More than 50,000 new cases of oral and oropharyngeal cancers will … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Health and Fitness

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