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Leftover Candy Conundrum: What to Do with Extra Halloween Candy

October 27, 2015 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Once the costumes are tucked away and the trick-or-treaters are in bed, there always seems to be something scary left behind… Piles of candy. Don’t turn your leftover candy into holiday candy hoarding! There’s plenty you can do with the leftover holiday candy that doesn’t … [Read more...]

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

Better off Friends than Lovers: 3 Ways to Break-up with Your Sugar Addiction

October 8, 2015 By Delta Dental of Virginia

We all crave sugar. But there are ways to cut ties with this sweet addiction.

No matter how hard we try, we just can’t seem to quit the sweet stuff. In fact, the average American consumes more than 126 grams of sugar per day, making the U.S. the most sugar-obsessed country in the world. It’s common knowledge that too much sugar can harm your weight, … [Read more...]

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Pumpkin Spice Fever? We Have the Cure!

October 1, 2015 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Don’t ignore your pumpkinspice fever for the sake of your smile! Instead, try the following homemade recipe for a healthier alternative to your autumn addiction.

Fall means more than crisp air and crunchy leaves — it also means pumpkin spice lattes!  We love warming up with this seasonal favorite, but the version found at most coffee shops doesn’t quite cozy up to teeth. This autumn treat is loaded with sugar — up to 50 grams per … [Read more...]

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5 Traditions to Fall for this Autumn

September 15, 2015 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Love fall? Check out some of our favorite tooth-friendly traditions!

Many would argue that everything is better in autumn. Football fans come out of hibernation, crunchy leaves excite the senses, and pumpkin lattes comfort the soul. Celebrate the season with these 5 spins on traditional fall favorites: … [Read more...]

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Gluten-Free Grins: 3 Teeth Tips for Celiac Disease

September 8, 2015 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Celiac Disease can cause tooth discoloration and canker sores. Find out how to alleviate these mouth conditions.

Life with celiac disease: bread is your worst enemy and most coveted desire. Going “gluten-free” isn’t a fad for you — it’s your life. For those of you with the condition, you know it means more than just avoiding bread. Gluten sneaks into salad dressings, hot dogs and even … [Read more...]

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