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Gaming the Healthy Way

October 10, 2013 By Social Media Collaborative

With the overwhelming number of apps and games available on any device, it can be a struggle to find age-appropriate games that entertain and teach healthy habits. It’s important to teach healthy oral habits from a young age because it helps reinforce the importance of oral … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids Tagged With: anxiety, Delta Dental Mobile app, dental apps, dental fear, dental games, manage stress and anxiety

Breast Cancer and Oral Health

October 8, 2013 By Social Media Collaborative

During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it’s important to keep in mind the effect your oral health can have on your overall health. This connection proves true in many diseases including diabetes, heart disease and, yes, breast cancer. A recent study has shown that you may be 11 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids Tagged With: breast cancer second most commonly diagnosed cancer, Cancer prevention, cancer treatment, early detection of breast cancer, health diagnosis, National Breast Cancer Awareness month, women's health

A Villain Showdown: Plaque vs. Tartar

October 3, 2013 By Social Media Collaborative

Plaque may be scary, but tartar can be terrifying. Though you've heard a mouthful about both, do you know difference between the two? Here’s a little insight into what makes up plaque and tartar, and the simple steps you can take to avoid both. Plaque is a natural film of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids Tagged With: brush and floss twice daily, plaque, tartar

Buyer Beware: Stand-alone Dental Plans vs. Embedded Dental Plans

October 1, 2013 By Social Media Collaborative

The Connect for Health Colorado health care marketplace opens on October 1. In addition to medical insurance, pediatric dental is one of the required benefits called Essential Health Benefits under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). To ensure that children have access to dental … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids Tagged With: Connect for Health Colorado, health plans, individual dental plan, oral health care, pediatric dental coverage

Yogurt – The Unknown Superfood!

September 24, 2013 By Social Media Collaborative

Ever since you were little, you were told to brush and floss your teeth in order to keep a healthy, beautiful smile, but you were likely never told to eat yogurt every day. Research is showing that those who eat yogurt daily are less likely to suffer from gum disease and tooth … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids Tagged With: bad breath, dairy products, strong bones and teeth, tooth loss, yogurt

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