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Why older Americans shouldn’t neglect dental care

August 23, 2021 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Many conditions can cause poor oral health among Americans 65 and older. Learn what they are, what can cause them and how to prevent them.

More than 1 in 4 Americans 65 years of age and older report the overall condition of their mouth and teeth as being fair or poor. Their candor is often justified as several oral health conditions become more prevalent with age. In addition, some people over 65 are neglecting … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Benefits, Dental Health, Health and Fitness, Virginia

Sports mouth guards to protect against dental injuries

July 12, 2021 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Learn the basics of sports mouth guards and why they might be recommended for sports and certain other physical activities!

What are sports mouth guards? Sports mouth guards, also called mouth protectors or athletic mouth guards, are devices that are used to protect the teeth, gums and soft tissues of the mouth from sports-related injuries. The American Dental Association recommends people of all … [Read more...]

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

Delta Dental of Virginia Vaccination Clinic

April 23, 2021 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Frank Lucia CEO

In an effort to provide vaccinations to our employees, Delta Dental of Virginia coordinated a vaccination clinic for employees and their immediate families on April 22, 2021 with support by Carilion Clinic and the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) staff. Dozens attended to get … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Community Outreach, Virginia

Protect Yourself with Knowledge: Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month

March 22, 2021 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Did you know that your dentist checks for signs of oral cancer during routine visits? Your dentist is perhaps your first line of detection for oral cancer, which, along with other head and neck cancers, accounts for roughly four percent of cancers in America.

Did you know that your dentist checks for signs of oral cancer during routine visits? Your dentist is perhaps your first line of detection for oral cancer, which, along with other head and neck cancers, accounts for roughly four percent of cancers in America, according to the … [Read more...]

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

International Women’s Day – Celebrating our Foundation Partners

March 4, 2021 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Woman dentist with young patient

In celebration of International Women’s Day, Delta Dental of Virginia would like to take a moment to introduce you to some of our women Foundation grant partners. We are privileged to be able to work with these dedicated individuals as part of the Delta Dental of Virginia … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Virginia

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