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Give Plaque Flack

April 18, 2013 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Your dentist has probably told you about plaque, the sticky film that occurs naturally on your teeth. As plaque hardens on your teeth near the lining of your gums, it becomes tartar. A buildup of tartar can lead to serious gum disease. How do you know you have plaque? It’s … [Read more...]

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Dentists Diagnosing Other Diseases

April 16, 2013 By Delta Dental of Virginia

The human mouth is host to more microorganisms than there are people on this Earth. With so many different microbes living freely in our mouths, it only makes sense that many other diseases will first show signs and symptoms there. Have you always thought your dentist only … [Read more...]

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Happy Hour and Oral Health

April 9, 2013 By Delta Dental of Virginia

We’ve all had that kind of week. The kind of week where first thing Monday morning you spill a cup of coffee on your crisp, clean white dress shirt. You change, get to your office late and your administrative assistant tells you the copy AND fax machines are broken. The week … [Read more...]

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So, You’re Heading to College – Don’t Wreck Your Teeth

April 4, 2013 By Delta Dental of Virginia

College is a time in your life when you feel free and independent. You may be up all night studying, partying or both. But as you head off into independence it’s still important to get enough sleep, eat right and take care of your teeth. Here are some tips to walking into … [Read more...]

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Tetracycline Can Stain Your Teeth

April 2, 2013 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Have you used tetracycline to fight acne or an infection? You may be among the millions of people who use medication to manage their diseases. But what you may not know is that some medications can affect your oral health. Here are some side effects of other medications that … [Read more...]

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