Delta Dental of Virginia Blog

Find your Smile Power!

  • Dental Health
  • Dental Benefits
  • Children’s Dental Health
  • Company News
  • Golden Grins

The Psychology Behind Dental Fear

April 18, 2017 By Delta Dental of Virginia

How do you feel about visiting the dentist? Some people dread it, while others love that minty fresh feeling they get after an appointment. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health, Fear Free Tagged With: dental anxiety, dental fear, first dentist visit, how to ease anxiety, why am I scared of the dentist

Why People Avoid the Dentist (And Why YOU Shouldn’t)

September 6, 2016 By Delta Dental of Virginia

There are several reasons why people skip the dentist. Learn why you shouldn’t.

Be honest: When was the last time you saw the dentist? No more excuses! We’re here to refute the reasons people are reluctant to visit the dentist: … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health, Fear Free Tagged With: dd virginia blog, DDVA, delta, Delta Dental, Delta Dental blog, Delta Dental of VA, Delta Dental of Virginia, Delta Dental of Virginia Blog, dental blog, dental fear, dental phobia, don’t avoid the dentist, fear of the dentist, overcome fear of the dentist, scared of the dentist, top reasons people avoid the dentist, Virginia Blog, why people avoid the dentist

Does Your Child Fear the Dentist? 5 Tips to Ease Your Kid’s Fear

June 19, 2014 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Fear is a basic survival mechanism that everyone’s born with. If you have a crippling fear of the dentist, you may be unconsciously teaching your child to fear the dentist too. Trips to the dentist may include crying, and you might think the only way to fix the problem is to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: anxiety, cavity prevention, children's oral health, DDVA, Delta Dental, Delta Dental blog, Delta Dental of Virginia, dental blog, dental fear, dental health, dental office, dental visits, Dentist appointments, dentists, regular check-ups, Teaching your children healthy habits, tips and ideas, tips for parents, visit your dentist regularly

Dental Care for the Disabled

March 25, 2014 By Delta Dental of Virginia

It’s National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, a time to recognize the value and needs of these special members of our communities. There are unique challenges in helping a disabled person get the medical and dental care they need. Dental professionals have become … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: brush and floss, caregivers, DDVA, Delta Dental, Delta Dental of Virginia, dental appointment, dental blog, Dental Care for the Disabled, dental diseases, dental fear, dental health, Dental Lifeline Network, dental office, dental procedures, Dental professionals, dentist, Improving your oral health, preventative care

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...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: DDVA, Delta Dental, Delta Dental of Virginia, dental appointment, dental blog, dental fear, Dental movies, dental procedures, dentophobia, Famous Dentist, oral health, tooth extractions

About

At Delta Dental, we believe in the power of a healthy smile. That's why it's our mission to help create more smiles and healthier people in our communities. Our … Read More...

Categories

Search

Copyright © 2025 • Delta Dental of Virginia

Cleantalk Pixel