If the thought of getting metal brackets and wires attached to the front of your teeth to pull and straighten your smile makes you cringe, you’re not … [Read More...]
Recent Posts
Delta Dental poll finds the Tooth Fairy brings joy and encourages positive oral health habits in children
CHICAGO — August 20, 2024 — Delta Dental released additional findings from its 2024 Original Tooth Fairy Poll® in recognition of National Tooth Fairy … [Read More...]
Reasons Behind Your Swollen Gums
Swollen gums can be an uncomfortable and alarming condition, sometimes indicating underlying dental issues or general health problems. Understanding … [Read More...]
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Mold a Mouthguard
Mouthguards are essential for protecting your teeth during sports and other activities where there’s a risk of impact to the face. Custom-fitting your … [Read More...]
Dental Benefits
When Fear of the Dentist Becomes Not Using Your Dental Insurance
If you’re paying for benefits, but fear is keeping you from going to the dentist, don’t worry. You’re not alone! Research has shown that dental anxiety is real, and common. … [Read More...]
Delta Dental of New Mexico Announces New Grant Program
The program is accepting applications from August 1st, 2024, through October 31st, 2024. Delta Dental of New Mexico (DDNM) has been serving the oral health needs of New Mexicans since 1971. As a not-for-profit organization, each year, a portion of their residuals goes back into communities across … [Read More...]
Relaxing Music for Anxiety Control at the Dentist
When it’s time to go to the dentist, do you cringe with worry? Does sitting in your dentist’s chair make you feel anxious? Does the sound of the tools put you on edge? Have you tried relaxing music for anxiety control? … [Read More...]
Why Do We Have Wisdom Teeth?
Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, are the last set of teeth to emerge in the human mouth. Typically appearing between the ages of 17 and 25, these perplexing teeth may sometimes discomfort. But why do we have wisdom teeth in the first place? To answer this, let’s explore the origins, … [Read More...]