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Handling Common Dental Emergencies

January 30, 2014 By Social Media Collaborative

What should you do if you have a dental emergency like a toothache, a broken tooth or even a broken jaw? For starters, if you have pain or swelling, you can take an over-the-counter painkiller, such as ibuprofen. Avoid aspirin. If you’re bleeding from a cut or a knocked-out … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids Tagged With: broken tooth, chipped tooth, dental emergency, emergency room, knocked out tooth, oral pain, tooth pain, toothaches

The Many Faces of Dentistry: Dental Specialists

January 28, 2014 By Social Media Collaborative

Your dentist is the go-to for all your oral health needs. He or she may not be on your speed dial, but when your tooth has an ache, you know who you need to call. As a dental professional, he or she has completed years of extensive training. Dentists usually complete at least … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids Tagged With: dental professionals, Dental Schools, dental specialists, Doctor of Dental Medicine(DMD), Doctor of Dental Surgery(DDS), General dentistry, low-cost dental clinics, Oral health specialists

Gingivitis 101

January 23, 2014 By Social Media Collaborative

Gingivitis. You've probably heard of it. It’s the dental problem with the funny name. But what does it mean? And how do you get it? Gingivitis is a common form of gum disease that causes irritation of the gums, swelling, bleeding and sometimes pain. You might not know you have … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids Tagged With: dental plaque, gingivitis, Healthy Gums, tartar buildup, treating gum disease

Land of Smiles – Coming Soon

January 14, 2014 By Social Media Collaborative

Delta Dental of Colorado is launching a free, new and exciting live theater program on dental health. It will be offered to kindergarten through third-grade students. Land of Smiles features the Tooth Wizard and his antagonist, Plaque Man. These archenemies teach the value … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids Tagged With: Colorado Residents, community oral health, community program, Kids oral health, Land of smiles, Public schools, relaxing for teachers, school programs, teaching healthy habits

Let Your Dental Insurance Benefit You

January 9, 2014 By Social Media Collaborative

You take care of your teeth, and you don’t have any major dental issues. So do you really need dental insurance? We’re not just saying this because we’re a dental insurance company, but, yes, yes, you do. Why, you ask? It’s a pretty simple equation. People with dental … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids Tagged With: CHP+, Connect for Health Colorado, dental programs, health industry, low-income oral health, medicaid

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