With a commitment to oral health education access and preventive dental care, the Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation is thrilled to support Maggie’s Place—a clinic that provides dental care to homeless pregnant women. Maggie’s Place was just one of the 34 organizations the Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation supported in 2016. Nearly $600,000 was distributed […]
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Caroline Jacobson
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Caroline Jacobson serves as a social media writer for Delta Dental of Arizona. Based in Colorado and originally from the Deep South, Caroline recently graduated from the University of Denver with her Masters in Strategic Communications. Before joining Delta Dental, she worked as a marketing manager and social media specialist for an Alabama firm. Caroline has always had a passion for non-profits, recently working with the Denver Center for Performing Arts and PBS. In her spare time, she enjoys outdoor activities with the three main men in her life: her husband and two long-haired dachshunds, Kyle and Brad.
[Editor's Note: Caroline is no longer a current DD employee.]
Recent blog posts written by Caroline Jacobson
Can Apple Cider Vinegar Harm Tooth Enamel?
Apple cider vinegar seems to be the star “super drink” of the natural craze. And Google is gossiping, claiming this sour solution can work wonders for things like weight loss and energy gain. Apple cider vinegar has a pH level of 3.075—making it as harmful to your teeth as stomach acid. Regardless of this cloudy […]
How to Make (And Keep) Patients Happy
Unfortunately, a trip to the dentist isn’t the most exciting errand. But as a dental professional, you have the power to change your patients’ attitude. You make healthy smiles happen. Here’s how to make it happen for patients when they walk out the door: Know your patients. Your office isn’t the DMV—make every patient interaction […]
Be a Proactive Planner with this Summer Insurance Checklist
Getting the most out of your dental coverage takes some planning throughout the year. Now that we are almost halfway through the year, what are some things you should do? Schedule Your Regular Dental Visits By summer you have likely had one dental visit, but if you haven’t, now would be a good time to […]
Mouth-Healthy Recipe: Mix-and-Match Fruit Popsicles
Popsicles are everyone’s favorite ice-cold summer delight. While we invite icy indulgences on occasion, sugary treats can be harsh on your teeth. And unfortunately, most pops are loaded with added sugar and artificial dyes. Instead of shunning sweets all summer, why not give your favorites a makeover? Try these popsicles that will please both pearly whites and […]
Essential Oils in Dental Products and Practice
Essential oils are everywhere. These popular potions are popping up on Pinterest in the form of DIY toothpaste and even as a drug-free fix for dental anxiety. But are essential oils all they’re cracked up to be? We explore a few uses: Oil Pulling The oil supposedly cleans the mouth by swishing a vegetable-based oil […]
Develop Healthy Habits in 4 Simple Steps
Have you ever started a diet or exercise program but didn’t stick with it? If you’re like many people, you set out with the best intentions but failed to keep the momentum going. We studied the basics of habit formation to come up with 4 simple steps to conquer your goal. Here’s how you can […]
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 […]
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 […]
Dental Jokes and Comics to Crack You Up
Get ready to laugh, because we have the funniest dental jokes known to man. We love our teeth, but sometimes we have to poke a little fun at them. 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 […]