Senior Oral Health
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Use Our Simple Member Portal
Delta Dental of Wisconsin wants you to take advantage of your online member portal! From ID card access to going paperless, we’re sure you’ll find tools you’ll revisit time and again. We know how confusing dental … Read More
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Balanced Meals for Healthy Aging
A balanced meal includes the nutrients and vitamins that we need to power through our day. That fuel comes from a combination of different foods from leafy greens to seafood dinners. The right balanced combination … Read More
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Delta Dental of Wisconsin’s Coverage of Teledentistry
Delta Dental of Wisconsin provides coverage for certain exams done via telecommunication. Teledentistry is when providers use tools like FaceTime or video chat to evaluate a patient’s urgent dental problem remotely, rather than requiring a … Read More
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New Online Member Portal Promotion | 2019 Prize Drawing from Delta Dental of Wisconsin
Running now through February 29, 2020, Delta Dental of Wisconsin wants you to take advantage of your new member portal! Sign up or sign in to experience the newest features and you might just become a … Read More
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The Dental Care Approach Is Not the Same as Health Care: Preventive vs Restorative Approaches
Many people avoid going to the dentist because of the cost. But maintaining a healthy mouth is proven to save you money. It improves your oral health and your overall health, avoiding costly problems and … Read More
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Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and Oral Health
We don’t often think of our mouth as part of our digestive track – but it is! How well we digest our food impacts our mouth, smile, and oral health. That’s why diseases in the … Read More
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Lower Risk of Oral Cancer Linked to Flossing, Dentist Visits
Daily flossing is an important oral health habit that promotes a healthy mouth and body. Yet only 16% of Americans surveyed said they always floss once a day. When asked why they don’t floss, other … Read More
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Abscesses: Can toothaches become deadly?
Our oral health is so connected to our overall health, problems like tooth abscesses can become life or death situations. An abscess in a tooth is caused by untreated tooth decay, periodontal (gum) disease, or … Read More
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Detecting And Fighting Oral Cancer
Check for these oral cancer symptoms. It could be a lifesaver. More than 10,000 people lose their lives to oral cancer every year, but the five-year survival rate is approximately 60%. By working with your … Read More
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Cost Considerations | Restorations and Dentures for Older Adults
Considering the cost of dentures, restorative care, and dental care for older adults? You’re in the right place. Dental care costs for adults over 65 depend mainly on two things: oral health and dental … Read More