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Tooth-Friendly Treats: Sugar-Free Lemonade Recipe

April 26, 2022 By Wyatt Dilling

Sugar-free lemonade is a delicious summer treat that won’t wreak havoc on your teeth! Try out the recipe now.

With spring already here and summer approaching, nothing sounds better than a nice, refreshing glass of lemonade! However, the average glass comes in at almost 27 grams of sugar per serving! This amount of sugar can wreak havoc on your teeth! Instead, try this tooth-friendly … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health, Just for Fun, Recipes & Nutrition

The Unique Connection Between Oral Health and Mental Health

April 21, 2022 By Wyatt Dilling

Depression, bipolar disorders, and other mental health illnesses can have a negative impact on oral health. Learn about the connection between oral and mental health.

The connection between oral health and physical health is well-known. For example, poor oral health puts you at a higher risk for heart disease, stroke, and other serious illnesses. But what about the relationship between oral health and mental health? You may be surprised at how … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health

2022 Open Funding Grant Opportunity: Getting to the Root of Oral Health Inequity 

March 31, 2022 By Veronica Contreras de Raya

At Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation, we remain committed to our mission of advancing oral health equity for all Coloradans. This work is as important as ever as new data highlights how COVID-19 has significantly reduced access to and utilization of oral health care, damaging … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health, Foundation

How Much Are Dental Benefits Worth: The Value of Dental Insurance vs. Paying Out of Pocket

March 28, 2022 By Wyatt Dilling

It's possible that many people refrain from getting insurance because they don't see the value of dental insurance or understand how much dental benefits are worth. The reason behind this misunderstanding could be due to a variety of things, such as a lack of resources or knowledge on what dental insurance can do or misconceptions that paying out of pocket is simply a more accessible option.

According to a Delta Dental survey, 86 percent of Americans agree that oral health is very or extremely important to their overall health. However, an estimated 76.5 million Americans do not have dental insurance. If a majority of Americans can agree on the value of oral health, … [Read more...]

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Dental Insurance: What is Dental Insurance & How Does it Work?

March 28, 2022 By Wyatt Dilling

With words like deductible, copay, and premiums often getting tossed around, it's understandable that dental insurance can sometimes be confusing. Understanding how your dental insurance works will help ensure you're getting the most out of a plan at a price that best fits your budget. 

Did you know that 75 percent of Americans say they have avoided dental treatment because they have encountered barriers when it comes to accessing dental care? With words like deductible, copay, and premiums often getting tossed around, it's understandable that dental insurance … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health

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