Delta Dental of Wisconsin Blog - Because Everyone Deserves a Healthy Smile

6/2/21

Sugar-Free Summer Drinks

Summertime means we’re reaching for something cold and refreshing more often to keep us hydrated. Sometimes, that means grabbing a sports drink, soda or juice loaded with sugar—but it doesn’t have to. Sipping sugary drinks … Read More

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4/21/21

Do Cows Get Dental Care? A Look into the Mouth of a Farm Animal

Healthy smiles are as important to us as they are to our animal friends. We asked an animal sanctuary rescuer, Andrea, about her experience with farm dental care as the owner of Broken Shovels Farm. Take … Read More

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4/9/21

4 Tips for Maintaining Oral Health in Older Adults

With age comes wisdom, right? Well, not always. For many adults, getting older means that unfamiliar oral health concerns are now a reality. And the population facing these concerns is only getting larger. By 2060, … Read More

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4/9/21

Brushing and Flossing with Arthritis Pain

Our mouths need dental care day and night, and it’s important to find a way to make that happen. Brushing and flossing with arthritis in the hands can be painful, but avoiding daily care only … Read More

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3/22/21

Celebrate Earth Day by Going Paperless with Your Explanation of Benefits Statement

With Earth Day occurring in April, it’s a great reminder that we can all do something positive for the environment. Here at Delta Dental, we’re trying to make Earth Day an everyday objective – not … Read More

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3/11/21

Use Our Simple Member Portal

Delta Dental of Wisconsin wants you to take advantage of your online member portal! From ID card access to going paperless, we’re sure you’ll find tools you’ll revisit time and again. We know how confusing dental … Read More

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2/2/21

Use the Protective Power of an Eye Exam

Your eyes can speak pretty clearly. Just listen. Pay attention and they’ll tell you about health problems you may not even know about. That’s the power of an annual eye exam. When you’re tuned in … Read More

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2/2/21

Unblurring the Lines to Corrected Vision

Roughly 75% of Americans experience vision symptoms that require eyeglasses, contact lenses, or other care, according to the Vision Council of America.1 That means most of us are finding it harder to read restaurant menus … Read More

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2/2/21

The History of Women in Dentistry

To celebrate National Women’s History Month, take a look at the tremendous progressive women in dentistry. Although we couldn’t cover all the pioneering women who helped shape dental care, we’ve included a sampling of their … Read More

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2/1/21

Don’t Let Plaque Stick Around! Teach Kids to Floss Project

This project focuses on teaching kids to floss and understanding the importance of oral health. Use Play-Doh, a pipe cleaner, and the underside of an ice tray to demonstrate how food and bacteria get stuck … Read More

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