A healthy smile you must have, my young padawan. And what better way to encourage good oral health habits than by leveraging the power of the Force? Grab your little Luke or Leia and check out this do-it-yourself Star Wars toothbrush holder. Materials Star Wars figure(s) of choice (Don’t want to risk ruining your child’s favorite […]
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4 Ways Your Job Affects the Cost of Dental Benefits
Have you ever wondered what actually determines the rate and coverage of your group dental insurance plan? These 4 factors could have an influence: Location. When it comes to a geographical area, your dental insurance carrier considers competing companies, local regulation and cost of living—all of which can influence premium pricing. This is pretty standard in […]
Mouth-Healthy Recipe: Gluten-Free Zoodles
When given the choice, we often opt for oodles of noodles over servings of salad. But individuals with celiac disease don’t have a choice in passing on pasta. Those with the autoimmune disorder risk damaging their intestines if they eat gluten. Fortunately, the damage is reversible by eating a gluten-free diet, which makes noodle substitutes […]
Could Sugar, Soda Taxes Improve Public Dental Health?
Want a sugar rush? Plan on ponying up the cash. Taxes on sugar-sweetened beverages are on the rise, which could bring sugar highs to an all-time low. Nationally, Congress considered the “SWEET” Act in 2014, which could have added a 1 cent tax per every 4.2 grams of added sugar in beverages. Although the U.S. hasn’t […]
The Dangers of Do-It-Yourself Dental Work
Access to basic preventive dental care is available to many Americans, but more complicated procedures can come with a price tag. To compensate for convenience and cost, some Americans are opting for “Do-It-Yourself dentistry.” Whether through instructional videos or mail-order kits, adults of all ages are trying teeth DIYs. The truth is that most dental DIYs […]
Funny Dental Comics to Crack You Up
We know it’s important to take care of our teeth, and have nothing but love for the dental professionals who help keep them healthy. That’s why we hope this collection of dental jokes doesn’t hurt their fillings. If the crown fits… Oh deer… Maybe this is why we don’t floss… Ok, now we’re cracking up […]
5 Smile-worthy Arizona Hiking Trails To Try ASAP
Is your ongoing goal to get fit and stay fit? Step outside of the gym and onto the trails. Every hour you hike can burn up to 530 calories. And lucky for you, Arizona’s geological diversity is a hiker’s haven. From the Grand Canyon to the Sedona forests, there are hundreds of trails to hike […]
3 Dental Products To Use During Pregnancy, PMS or Menopause
Although some brands may market gender-specific products, like Colgate did with its Max White toothpaste, most dental products are unisex. However, the ingredients in some products may be more beneficial to women when their hormones are in flux. Here are 3 types of dental products to help you through each stage of womanhood: Toothpaste without […]
Smile Stories Behind Smash Hit Songs
Our prized pearly whites have been gracing song stanzas long before smiling selfies were cool. But did you know oral health could be the muse behind many popular lyrics? Here are 2 of our favorite smile-inspired stories. The Beatles, “Savoy Truffle” Written by George Harrison, this song pays homage to his pal, Eric Clapton. Apparently, […]
In-Network vs. Out-of-Network: What it Means for Your Dental Coverage
When you have dental benefits from Delta Dental of Arizona, you can visit any licensed dentist. However, your benefit plan might have limited coverage for services provided by out-of-network dentists. To ensure you’re saving the most money and receiving your full benefit, it’s always best to visit a dentist in the Delta Dental network. Here […]
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True or False: 5 Trivia Questions to Test Your Dental Knowledge
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Dental Care for Pets: Cat Teeth vs. Dog Teeth
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Do Teeth Make Good Bottle Openers?
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Smile Stories: How Esperanca’s Oral Health Educator Program Helped One Phoenix Family
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