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Long-term effects of poor oral health care on children

June 14, 2022 By Wyatt Dilling

Poor oral health care can lead to negative long-term effects on children. Learn more about the consequences of poor oral health care and how it can impact your child's future.

Most parents understand the importance of good physical health for the well-being of their children. However, the value of good oral health is sometimes overlooked. Poor oral health in children can lead to many negative long-term effects including physical and mental health … [Read more...]

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

A History of “Halitosis” and the Listerine Marketing Campaign

June 14, 2022 By Wyatt Dilling

Humans have dealt with bad breath for thousands of years. It wasn’t until the late 1880s, however, that people saw it as an opportunity to make money. Learn more about the history of “halitosis” and the “medicine” that combats it.

Bad breath has inflicted humans for thousands of years. It wasn’t until the late 1800s, however, that people called it a “disease” and jumped on the opportunity to make money by creating a “medicine” for the embarrassing problem. Today, this “medicine” called Listerine is used by … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Oral Health

Hydration & Your Mouth: Oral Health Benefits of Water

May 12, 2022 By ddnmwordpress

Person drinking water and smiling.

*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

Women sitting in the sun and doing yoga.

*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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