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How to Deal With Teething

June 3, 2014 By Delta Dental of Virginia

If your baby is crabby, drooling and chomping on everything in sight,  he or she is  probably in the throes of teething. Teething starts at around 6 months old, when a baby’s teeth begin to erupt. Before you go crazy dealing with fussiness and tears, read these tips to keep sane … [Read more...]

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Beware of Baby Bottle Tooth Decay

May 15, 2014 By Delta Dental of Virginia

New parents, is your baby’s gummy smile the cutest thing ever? Do your part to keep it healthy by avoiding baby bottle tooth decay. Tooth decay can happen in very young children when they’re put down for a nap or at bedtime with a bottle of sugary liquid, such as formula, … [Read more...]

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Why Dental Decisions Are So Important

April 29, 2014 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Avoiding the dentist can lead to missed early detection of health events originating in the mouth. Taking steps to keep your mouth healthy goes a long way

Healthcare decisions and dental decisions are not glamorous, but they are important. We continue to see more and more evidence supporting the impact our oral health—or lack thereof—has on our overall health. This means that avoiding the dentist shouldn’t be an option for us … [Read more...]

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Top 5 Easter Treats Not Including the Chocolate Bunny!

April 17, 2014 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Easter is right around the corner and that means the grocery aisles are filled with pastel peeps and jellybeans. If your kids are anything like mine, you’re having to deal with the longing looks of your little one and are tempted to cave when presented with a multi-pack of … [Read more...]

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National Dentist Day: 5 Reasons to Thank Your Dentist

March 6, 2014 By Delta Dental of Virginia

From keeping you pain-free to telling the best jokes, we’re grateful for everything dentists do. Here are 5 reasons to thank your dentist on March 6, National Dentist Day. 1. They can help prevent dental disease or detect it early enough to stop it. Dentists are trained to … [Read more...]

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