We’d like to introduce you to Delta Dental dentist, Dr. Brooklyn Hagerman of Warren & Hagerman Family Dentistry in Litchfield Park. Dr. Hagerman is a family dentist who treats patients of all ages. She offers comprehensive dental care, including restorative and cosmetic dentistry. What made you decide to become a dentist? My brother-in-law is a dentist […]
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Cassie Calvert
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Cassie Calvert is the marketing and communications manager at Delta Dental of Arizona (DDAZ). Originally a Midwesterner from Ohio, Cassie has settled into desert life in the Grand Canyon state. In her spare time, she can be found exploring new hiking trails with her German Shepherd, Rocky, or training for her next half-marathon. She is grateful to have found her way to DDAZ and loves supporting the mission and vision of the company. Cassie was lucky enough to not only have braces as a child, but to also wear Invisalign for several years as an adult, so her passion for a healthy smile goes well beyond her workplace role.
Recent blog posts written by Cassie Calvert
Dentist Spotlight: Dr. Diana Batoon
We’d like to introduce you to Delta Dental dentist, Dr. Diana Batoon of Bonita Dental in Scottsdale. Bonita Dental offers patients a wide array of services from fillings and extractions to Invisalign® and teeth whitening. What made you decide to become a dentist? When I was in my junior year of college, my father was […]
Smile for the Camera: 10 Instagram-Worthy Spots in Arizona
Arizona has some of the nation’s most beautiful natural wonders! We put together a list of the top 10 most Instgrammable spots to help you explore the Grand Canyon State. Get your smile selfie-ready (using our tips below) and add these breathtaking places to your Instagram bucket list: Blue Canyon: Despite its name, this canyon […]
Dentist Spotlight: Dr. Jesse McGuire
We’d like to introduce you to Delta Dental orthodontist, Dr. Jesse McGuire of ProSmiles Orthodontics in Goodyear. Dr. McGuire offers an array of services for adults and children, from traditional braces and clear aligners to jaw surgery and TMJ therapy. What made you decide to become an orthodontist? I was at a job fair and […]
The 5 Best Arizona State Fair Foods for Your Teeth
What do tamales, avocados and Oreos have in common? They’re all deep-fried and served up at the Arizona State Fair each October! Many of us look forward to sinking our teeth into battered and deep-fried fair food all year long. If you’re looking to indulge, but don’t want to damage your smile, check out our […]
Delta Dental Customer Service: Your Smile Power Support Team
When you call Delta Dental of Arizona (DDAZ) with a dental benefits question, there’s an entire team of friendly people ready to help. They’re passionate about helping you understand and use your benefits–and often go the extra mile to do so. For Customer Service Week, we’re taking the opportunity to highlight a few of our […]
Dentist Spotlight: Dr. Tannaz Malekzadeh
We’d like to introduce you to Delta Dental dentist, Dr. Tannaz Malekzadeh of Malek Periodontics in Glendale. Periodontist Tannaz Malekzadeh, DMD, affectionately referred to by patients as “Dr. Malek,” practices a full scope of periodontics with expertise ranging from dental implants to cosmetic periodontal surgery and gum grafting. What made you decide to become a […]
How do Snakes Inject Venom with Their Bite? Navigating Snake Season in Arizona
If it seems like snake season in Arizona is practically half the year, that’s because it is. Snakes can’t control their body temperature, so they are active during warm weather. In Arizona, this means snakes typically become active in April and stay out through October. If it’s cold outside, snakes are cold too. Their muscles […]
Prickly Pear is Everywhere! The Health Benefits of Eating Cactus
Not only is cactus edible, but this prickly plant is also a great source of nutrients and hydration. Because of their desert climate, it’s essential that cacti are good at storing water. That means they’re also good at hydrating us. And because they’re high in fiber, full of antioxidants, and packed with carotenoids, cactus can […]
Dentist Spotlight: Dr. Alexandria Schwei
This month, we’d like to introduce you to Delta Dental dentist Dr. Alexandria Schwei of Premier Valley Dental in Phoenix. Dr. Schwei is a family dentist who works to deliver comprehensive dental care to patients of all ages. What made you decide to become a dentist?I originally wanted to become a teacher. When I was […]