Lifestyle
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How to Handle Dental Emergencies During COVID-19
Just like any other part of the body, mouths are subject to accidents. Sometimes the injury can be as minor as biting your tongue, but other times, it’s more serious and requires professional care. By … Read More
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How COVID-19 Impacts Oral Health
The pandemic has given us a lot to consider when it comes to COVID-19 and our health. One aspect that you may not be familiar with is how the novel coronavirus impacts oral health. Individuals … Read More
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When it Comes to Dental Hygiene Awareness, Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader?
Pop quiz! You might think you know your stuff when it comes to the basics of dental care, so let’s put your dental hygiene awareness to the test. TRUE OR FALSE: OLDER ADULTS CAN STILL … Read More
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Blemish Control: Is Toothpaste for Acne Effective?
It’s the night before a job interview and you discover a blemish on your nose. You reach for the toothpaste, following the words of an old home remedy. Toothpaste is a key part of your … Read More
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Tooth-Friendly Endurance Training Recovery Snack for Athletes
Whether you’re an amateur athlete, a weekend warrior, or a competing endurance athlete, it’s likely you eat and drink sugar and carbohydrates before, during, and/or after exercise. You probably consume quite a bit to stay … Read More
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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 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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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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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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Beat the Thanksgiving Guilt – Healthier Thanksgiving Side Options
Thanksgiving dinner—the one time each year we justify eating until our pants can’t button. Unfortunately, we aren’t filling up on an abundance of fruits and vegetables. Instead, the Thanksgiving dinner table is usually full of … Read More