Delta Dental of Wisconsin Blog – Because Everyone Deserves a Healthy Smile

4/23/19

Dental Health in Older Adults | Top 3 Dental Health Risks

Older adults can expect to experience a few age-related changes in their lifetime including problems with the teeth and gums. They may not be as concerned about the color of their braces or how much … Read More

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4/16/19

5 Dental Health Questions To Ask If Considering Assisted Living

Do you have a parent or loved one who lives in a care facility or utilizes assisted living? Whether it’s your in-laws, parents or an aging family friend, you want to be there to support … Read More

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4/9/19

The Secrets to Keeping Oral Side Effects From Interrupting Your Cancer Treatments

Chemotherapy and radiation are often used to treat cancer. Cancer treatments can cause oral side effects with your mouth, altering your ability to eat, talk, and swallow. You’ll want to promptly address these problems, so … Read More

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3/26/19

How Silver Diamine Fluoride Can Protect Your Teeth

Did you know that Delta Dental of Wisconsin offers silver diamine fluoride coverage with most plans? It’s pretty common not to know the ins and outs of silver diamine fluoride, so we’ve provided some frequently … Read More

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3/19/19

RECIPE: Greek Yogurt Hummus

The time is always right to make healthy changes for you and your family. Something to consider cutting out – or at least cutting down on – is junk food. This recipe for hummus with … Read More

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3/12/19

What Your Family History Says About Your Teeth

Your parents probably told you candy causes cavities, but that’s not the only thing that causes them. Risk for cavities is 60 percent due to genetic factors such as preference for sweets, teeth enamel strength, … Read More

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3/5/19

Water in School is Cool – the Delta Dental Cool Water Program

The Delta Dental of Wisconsin Foundation recently announced its Cool Water Program. Wisconsin elementary and middle schools can apply for a grant to replace an existing water fountain with a new water bottle filling station … Read More

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2/26/19

National Tooth Fairy Day Video

She’s a bit flighty, she sprinkles sparkles where she goes, and she’s the biggest advocate for healthy smiles. It’s our cherished Tooth Fairy! Teach your children valuable lessons about dental health care with her DIY … Read More

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2/19/19

The Basics of Baby Bottle Tooth Decay

When parents put their little ones to sleep, sometimes they leave them with a bottle. While that might be soothing as they drift off to dreamland, leaving a bottle in the crib can be problematic … Read More

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2/12/19

What E-Cigarettes Do to Your Tooth’s Surface

News around the harmful effects of e-cigarettes and “vaping” is growing. In addition to damaging the lungs and heart, electronic cigarette smoking has also been found to increase the risk of dental cavities. The side … Read More

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