Dental insurance is a win-win for you. It saves you money on dental care now and can help you prevent more extensive and costly treatments down the road. There’s another win: You can get even more value out of your coverage by visiting an in-network dentist. We’re breaking down how this works with Delta Dental. […]

Get The Most Value From Your Insurance By Visiting An In-Network Dentist

Dr. Laila Hishaw Gives Parents the Ultimate Oral Health Guide with her New Book “Cavity Free Kids”
There is no perfect parenting formula when it comes to keeping our kids strong and healthy. But we do know that oral health and overall health are closely tied to one another. Dr. Laila Hishaw, commonly referred to as “The Mommy Dentist,” is a board-certified Delta Dental pediatric dentist and a mother of three. She […]

Food for Thought: Is Milk Good For Your Teeth?
Cheese and ice cream aren’t just delicious, they’re actually great for your teeth. That’s because dairy foods contain a key nutrient called calcium which helps your teeth grow strong and healthy. For this installment of Food for Thought, we talked with Terri Verason, a registered dietitian nutritionist and Director of Nutrition Education for Dairy Council […]

Dentist Spotlight: Dr. Aristidis Pontikas
We’d like to introduce you to Delta Dental dentist Dr. Aristidis Pontikas of Pontikas Implants and Periodontics in Phoenix. Dr. Pontikas has been named a Phoenix Top Dentist and is a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, Academy of Osseointegration and American Dental Association. He’s also the first person in his family to become […]

Easy Grilled Chicken with Homemade Dry Rub
This perfect blend of spices adds a new level of flavor to juicy grilled chicken breasts. The grilled chicken breast is rich in protein and phosphorus for strong teeth. And, unlike barbecue sauces, the dry rub recipe for chicken enhances the taste without adding cavity-causing sugar. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon ground […]