91% of today’s adults have cavities, and the majority of these cavities occur in the back teeth. As children, we’re encouraged to get dental sealants once our back molars grow in. And sealants can reduce childhood tooth decay by more than 70%. While children are the traditional … [Read more...]
3 Secrets for Pain-Free Flossing
Did you know that flossing cleans 40% of your tooth surfaces? This daily habit helps prevent gum disease and cavities by removing plaque from the spaces your toothbrush can’t reach. Yet, this little health tip doesn’t make people like it any better. The top reason is often … [Read more...]
3 Diseases that Dental Cleanings Can Help
Routine dental visits make a positive difference for everyone’s body and smile. But did you know people with certain health conditions benefit from extra appointments? Here are 3 diseases where additional dental care can make a difference: 1. Diabetes Both type 1 & 2 … [Read more...]
Do You Need to Coordinate Your Benefits?
Does your family have more than one dental plan? Do you have 2 jobs that both provide dental benefits? Or are you insured by a second dental plan? If you answered yes to any of the questions above, then Delta Dental will coordinate your benefits when you file a claim for … [Read more...]
Election Smile Power: How Politicians’ Smiles Impact Voting
From Hillary Clinton to Donald Trump, politicians have been wielding their smile power across the country this election season. Can something as simple as a smile really make an impact on votes? Smiles can influence elections. Candidates who smile in campaign photos have … [Read more...]