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5 Things to Know About Your Toothbrush

November 26, 2013 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Did you know that by the time you turn 30, you've spent about 28 days brushing your teeth? That is, of course, if you brush twice a day for the recommended two minutes each time. It’s more time than a lot of us have put into relationships. Since you've been so close to your … [Read more...]

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Rates of Tooth Decay

November 21, 2013 By Delta Dental of Virginia

30 -50 % of AMerican adults have moderate gum disease and 5 -15% have more serious disease. These issues can be easily solved. Make sure to visit your dentist regularly.   … [Read more...]

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Dental References in Movies

November 19, 2013 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Scanning through the movies produced during the last few decades shows a surprisingly low number of dentist characters, as compared to the number of general medical practitioners. Dentists most often appear in comedies or thriller style movies. Here are some highlights through … [Read more...]

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Thanksgiving: Just Another Reason to Smile

November 14, 2013 By Delta Dental of Virginia

As much as you can’t believe the holidays are again upon us, take a moment to plan your Thanksgiving menu now. Vow to make it a healthier celebration this year. Both your waistline and your teeth will thank you! Consider this – sugary and starchy foods add to the sticky … [Read more...]

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Diabetes

November 12, 2013 By Delta Dental of Virginia

According to the American Diabetes Association, 23.6 million American adults and children have diabetes. Of those, 5.7 million do not know that they have it. Of even greater concern is that nearly 3 times that number—an estimated 57 million people—have a condition called … [Read more...]

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