Dental Health
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Do Expiration Dates on Dental Products Matter?
Expiration dates for milk and meats are entirely different than those on lotions and lipsticks. With the exception of medication, product expiration dates aren’t federally regulated.
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FAQ: The Lifespan of Sealants
Dental sealants are thin plastic coatings that protect against plaque. Applied to back teeth, sealants fill and seal the deep grooves to keep decay out of hard-to-reach areas. But what is the lifespan of a … Read More
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Stains, Stains, Go Away
With dinners, cocktail hours, company celebrations and family gatherings on the calendar this time of year, there are a lot of opportunities to sip on drinks that may stain your smile.[1] Coffee, red wine, soda … Read More
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How Do Your Sweets Stack Up?
Halloween is one of the spookiest holidays for teeth — but all candies are not equally frightful. Some of the sweets in your children’s treat bags have the potential to do more damage to teeth … Read More
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What Flossing Alternative is Right for You?
Floss is making headlines, but not in the way we hoped. By now you’ve heard about the Associated Press’ claim that evidence for flossing is “weak and unreliable.” Many dental professionals partially agree: they think … Read More
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What Can One Dental Cleaning Get Rid Of?
Our mouths need professional cleanings. Plaque and tartar buildup happens over time, kind of like how a ceiling fan collects dust. Consistent dental care creates a healthy smile over time, but what can just one cleaning … Read More
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One Rule No One Should Break
Sending little ones to bed without brushing may not seem like a big deal, but cavities are nearly 100% preventable which is why brushing twice a day is so important.
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Navigate the Medicare Dental Dilemma
Emotions run high for pre-retirees. While the thought of retirement can be exciting because it means no more work, it can also be daunting for those who lose benefits.
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Sack Plaque is Back with the Green & Gold
Through our renewed sponsorship with Packers Radio Network, for every Green Bay Packers sack, Delta Dental of Wisconsin will donate $100 to the Seal-A-Smile program to help Sack Plaque in Wisconsin schools during the 2016/2017 … Read More
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X-ray Exposure: Advice for the Dental Chair
X-ray vision lets Superman see through walls and your dentist see through bone. This superpower can be a powerful tool, allowing professionals to treat problems before they get bigger. But when should you limit exposure … Read More