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How to Choose the Right Employer-Sponsored Dental Plan

July 24, 2023 By ddnmwordpress

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*Updated June 2026 Key takeaways about choosing an employer-sponsored dental plan If you’re a business owner who doesn’t offer an employer-sponsored dental plan, you may be missing out on top talent! According toPeopleKeep’s 2024 Employee Benefits Survey, 91 percent of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, New Mexico

Tips for Dentists to Help Patients with Dental Anxiety

March 13, 2023 By ddnmwordpress

*Updated January 2026 Key takeaways for dentists to help ease dental anxiety in their patients: Managing patients with dental anxiety or dentophobia can be challenging for any dentist. However, taking steps to alleviate their fears is essential for encouraging them to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Oral Health, Clinic and Provider Tips, Oral Health

Beyond the Toothbrush: Oral Health Helpers

June 14, 2022 By ddnmwordpress

Person using a tongue scraper in the mirror.

*Updated July 2026 Key takeaways about oral health helpers: There’s no substitute for the fundamentals of good oral health, including brushing twice a day, flossing daily, and visiting your dentist regularly. However, there are additional tools that can help support … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Oral Health, Clinic and Provider Tips, Oral Health

Hydration & Your Mouth: Oral Health Benefits of Water

May 12, 2022 By ddnmwordpress

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*Updated July 2026 Key takeaways about the benefits of water: Are you drinking enough water? If not, your smile may be paying the price. At Delta Dental of New Mexico, we believe simple daily habits—like staying hydrated—can make a big difference in protecting your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Health and Fitness, New Mexico, Oral Health

The Unique Connection Between Oral Health and Mental Health

April 27, 2022 By ddnmwordpress

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*Updated May 2026 Key takeaways about oral health and mental health: The link between oral health and physical health is well established. For example, poor oral hygiene has long been associated with serious conditions like heart disease and stroke. But the relationship … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Health and Fitness, Oral Health

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