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Beat the Thanksgiving Guilt – Healthier Thanksgiving Side Options

October 12, 2021 By Wyatt Dilling

Find Thanksgiving side replacements with foods that are good for your teeth and food for healthy teeth and gums!

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 fat, salt, and sugar. Avoid Thanksgiving guilt by … [Read more...]

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

Father’s Day Craft with Recycled Toothbrushes and Baking Soda Paints

May 18, 2021 By Wyatt Dilling

This Father’s Day craft tutorial uses common household items like baking soda, paper, food coloring, and old toothbrushes to make a special card for Dad.

Grab supplies you already have in the craft cupboard for a Father’s Day card he won’t soon forget! This project uses recycled toothbrushes and paint made from baking soda to design a one-of-a-kind card for Dad’s special day. HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED: Supplies: Baking … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Holiday, Just For Fun, New Mexico, Oral Health

Focus on yourself every day, not just Mother’s Day

April 7, 2021 By Wyatt Dilling

Flowers. Cards. Gifts. Breakfast in bed. A day of relaxation. If you’re a mom, you may get special treatment on Mother’s Day. Check out this blog to take care of your oral health this Mother’s Day!

Flowers. Cards. Gifts. Breakfast in bed. A day of relaxation. If you’re a mom, you may get special treatment on Mother’s Day. Why wait for Mother’s Day? You spend a lot of time making sure your family is healthy and happy, but you also deserve to focus on yourself. Take great … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Holiday, Just For Fun

National Dentist Day: Why Do You Heart Your Dentist?

February 10, 2021 By Wyatt Dilling

For National Dentist Day, we’d like to thank all the dentists in the Delta Dental network for making our mission in the advancement of oral health a reality.

Celebrating dentists on National Dentist Day Every year, National Dentist Day falls on March 6th and it’s one of our favorite days! Some of us love visiting the dentist because we truly enjoy being around them! Others love that minty-fresh feeling you get afterward and the … [Read more...]

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

Winter Sports That Need Mouthguards

December 17, 2020 By Wyatt Dilling

If you’re planning your winter activities, don’t forget to pack a mouthguard! Here are winter sports that need mouthguards to keep your smile safe.

Winter is coming, which means it’s time to start preparing for activities in the snow! While most winter athletes focus on gearing up with layers of warm clothing and specialized equipment, there's one essential piece of safety gear that often goes overlooked: … [Read more...]

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

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