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May the Force be with You: Dark Drinks and Your Smile

August 11, 2015 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Some of your beverage choices can be bad choices for your teeth. Try some of these tooth-friendly alternatives!

Starbucks offers more than 80,000 drink options -- And that’s just one store chain! From coffee shops to supermarkets, thousands of beverage choices surround us every day. There’s a drink for every time and occasion. It’s no surprise then that we struggle to choose the best … [Read more...]

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Road Trip Teeth Tips [INFOGRAPHIC]

July 30, 2015 By Delta Dental of Virginia

From healthy snacks to organization hacks, here are some great tips for you to pack for your next road trip!

Grab the family and buckle up – it’s road trip season! Long car rides and close quarters call for healthy snacks, organization and clever hacks. Not sure you’re ready to hit the highway? Use our infographic as your road map: … [Read more...]

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There’s Something in the Water: Swimming Pools and Your Teeth

July 16, 2015 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Chlorine might not be your teeth’s best friend, but don’t let pool chemicals prevent you from diving in!

Cannonball! From workouts to water slides, pools provide endless hours of splashes and smiles. It’s no secret that most pools contain chlorine, a chemical used to kill germs. You might be surprised to learn that chlorine can cause more than itchy eyes and green-tinted hair. … [Read more...]

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I Scream, You Scream, Your Teeth Scream for Ice Cream!

July 14, 2015 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Ice cream is America’s favorite dessert! Your teeth might not be fond of all the sugar, but you don’t have to skip this summer treat:

Ice cream is the cherry on top of the dessert sundae. In fact, ice cream is the most popular dessert in America. What makes a scoop so sinfully sweet? Most commercial ice creams are high in fat and loaded with added sugar. … [Read more...]

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Teens and the Advantages of Risk-taking

June 30, 2015 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Parenting a teenager can be tricky. Try to remember teens are expected to take risks. Guide them to take the right ones.

If you think your teenager is dramatic, you’re probably right: dramatic brain changes experienced during adolescence may explain increased exploration and risk-taking. So don’t fret, parents! It’s normal (and necessary) for teenagers to take risks. … [Read more...]

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