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Protecting Smiles: How Delta Dental of New Mexico Keeps Student Athletes Safe on the Field

April 18, 2024 By Wyatt Dilling

Did you know that tooth loss is one of the most common injuries children experience while practicing or participating in youth sports? Delta Dental of New Mexico (DDNM) is on a mission to safeguard the smiles of student-athletes across the state by providing ADA-approved … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Oral Health, Health and Fitness, New Mexico, Oral Health

How the Common Cold Impacts Your Oral Health

November 17, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Person taking care of a sick person.

*Updated October 2024 The changing of seasons often brings a “sick” season, ushering in illnesses like the common cold passing between you and your loved ones. Most of the time, sniffles, sneezes, sore throats, and runny noses are the main symptoms to look out for during this … [Read more...]

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

Things to Know About Mouth Exercises

July 26, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Facial muscles work differently than other muscles in the body. Does that mean they can’t be strengthened through mouth exercises like other muscles?

It’s important to exercise to keep your heart and muscles strong. But what about exercising the muscles that make up your mouth? Is it important to work out the part of your body that helps you talk, chew, and smile? Recently, a movement around mouth and facial exercises has … [Read more...]

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

How to Pack a Tooth-Friendly Picnic

June 26, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Packing a nutritious, delicious, and tooth-friendly picnic doesn’t need to be hard! Next time you head to the park, backyard, or wherever your picnic is, be sure to include these tooth-friendly foods!

Is your picnic basket full of highly processed food or treats with enough sugar to make your teeth hurt? It may be time for a picnic intervention! Packing a nutritious, delicious, and tooth-friendly picnic doesn’t need to be hard. Next time you head to the park, backyard, or … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Health and Fitness, Just For Fun, Oral Health, Recipes and Nutrition

Best Farmers Market Finds for Your Teeth

June 26, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

When going to the local farmers market this summer, look for these foods that will help your overall health and benefit your teeth.

Summer is the time to get outside, enjoy the sunshine, and explore what your town has to offer. One of the most popular summer activities is going to the local farmers market and trying something new or picking up some fresh groceries for the week. If you’re not sure what to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Health and Fitness, Just For Fun, New Mexico, Recipes and Nutrition

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