Adult Oral Health Archives - Delta Dental of Wisconsin Blog

Learn to prevent four of the most common oral health issues in older adults.

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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Learn the connection between oral health and joint inflammation, plus how to brush and floss with arthritis.

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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From ID card access to going paperless, we promise you’ll find tools you’ll revisit time and again on our convenient member portal.

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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Your eyes can speak pretty clearly. Pay attention and they’ll tell you about health problems you may not even know about. Click here for more:

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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Check out this list of prevalent eye conditions, vision symptoms, and the best lenses to correct the problem for happy eye health.

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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By viewing the blood vessels in the retinas of your eyes, your eye doctor is able to look for early signs of high blood pressure, also known as hypertension.

High Blood Pressure: The Silent Disease an Eye Exam can Detect

If getting an annual eye exam isn’t a part of your routine, remember: Your heart is too important to overlook your eyes. Every time we go to our primary care doctor, we’re asked to roll … Read More

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A Healthy Mouth with Diabetes

Whether you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, managing your blood sugar level is key. With high blood sugar levels comes higher risk of dental problems, such as: Tooth decay (cavities). When starches and sugars … Read More

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Learn about how women suffering from chronic gum disease are more likely to develop breast cancer than those with healthy gums, plus how to reduce your risk.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Your Gums Play a Part

According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the second most common cancer among American women, coming in only behind skin cancer. A huge percentage of women – 12% – in the US will develop breast … Read More

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For nutrition that promotes healthy aging, check out our easy-to-understand recommendations!

Balanced Meals for Healthy Aging

A balanced meal includes the nutrients and vitamins that we need to power through our day. That fuel comes from a combination of different foods from leafy greens to seafood dinners. The right balanced combination … Read More

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Now that Wisconsin vision providers are re-opening, here’s what you can expect at your next appointment.

What to Expect the Next Time You Visit the Eye Doctor

Now that some vision providers are re-opening or extending operating hours, you should expect to see a few changes when you head in for your next eye exam. These changes may include: Required social distancing … Read More

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