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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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The Crucial Sunscreen Step You’re Probably Skipping

July 9, 2015 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Protect that pout! Learn how you can defend your kisser from sun damage and skin cancer:

Picture perfect days call for outdoor time. Time to slap on the sunscreen! Once you grease down, your skin is ready to enjoy one-on-one time with the sun. But aren’t you forgetting something? (Hint: It’s not your back). … [Read more...]

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Golf Fans Unite! Join us for the 2015 Delta Dental State Open of Virginia

July 7, 2015 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Delta Dental of Virginia is the proud title sponsor of the 2015 Delta Dental State Open of Virginia! We invite golf fans to watch and enjoy the championship.

We’re proud to be the title sponsor of the 2015 Delta Dental State Open of Virginia. The tournament will be held at the award-winning Ballyhack Golf Club in Roanoke, July 16-18. … [Read more...]

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The Out-of-Network Dentist Dilemma: How to Help Employees

July 2, 2015 By Delta Dental of Virginia

What happens when an employee wants to visit an out-of-network dentist? Here are a few things you can do to help:

Are you responsible for managing your company’s benefits? Maybe you’re an HR professional or a multi-tasking small business owner. Either way, employees are relying on you to guide them through their employer-sponsored dental benefits. One in four consumers who have dental … [Read more...]

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