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Sep. 3, 2019
Children’s Oral Health
Studies suggest that breastfeeding can be beneficial to a newborn’s baby’s oral and overall health. It’s just as important for parents to keep an eye on their own oral health. Here are a few tips to help parents and babies enjoy healthy smiles.
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Feb. 28, 2019
Children’s Oral Health
Tooth Fairy giving is down across the nation with average payouts taking a plunge for a second consecutive year, including a significant decrease in the Midwest. The average amount Midwestern kids receive for a lost tooth from the Tooth Fairy dropped a full dollar over the past two years – and remains the lowest amount in the nation.
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Feb. 4, 2019
Children’s Oral Health
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month — the perfect time to emphasize the importance of establishing good oral health habits at an early age to prevent tooth decay. Although preventable, tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood disease, according to the U.S. Surgeon General. Tooth decay can develop any time after the first tooth comes in, starting around 6 months of age. Establishing good dental habits in early childhood is essential for preventing or lessening the impact o
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Jun. 20, 2018
Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation
Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation, in collaboration with Peoria City/County Health Department and Illinois Central College, will provide a free day of dental care for Illinois children age 5 and younger on Saturday, July 28 in Peoria. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to make appointments by Wednesday, July 25. During the event, children will receive... More »
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Feb. 1, 2018
Children’s Oral Health
Children's Dental Health Month in February is a great time to focus on the fact that kids' dental health is just as important as their overall health. With all of parents' to-do's, oral health care is oftentimes last on their lists. Establishing routine oral health habits early on is the first step to setting the... More »
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Aug. 15, 2016
Children’s Oral Health
August can be a big time of the year for children going back to school — but it's also a big time of year for the Tooth Fairy! National Tooth Fairy Day is on August 22, and to celebrate, you can prepare your little ones for losing their baby teeth. Most kids lose their first baby tooth... More »
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Aug. 10, 2016
Children’s Oral Health
This back-to-school season, you want to set your child up for success in school in every way possible. You may not realize it, but oral health is an important component of your child's overall health and daily well-being — and even their success in school. Learn more about how oral health impacts more areas than... More »
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Feb. 16, 2016
Children’s Oral Health
By third grade, more than half of Illinois children will have a cavity—something that good oral health habits can prevent. February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. While good oral health should be a priority every month, now is a perfect time to begin laying the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles for your... More »
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Sep. 30, 2015
Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation
Dental health problems cause children between 5 and 17 years old to lose nearly two million school days each year nationwide.1 In Illinois, 23 percent children ages 6 to 12 missed school last year due to an oral health problem.2 In an effort to teach young children cavity-fighting oral health habits to keep them in... More »
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Sep. 3, 2015
General oral health
Delta Dental of Illinois Encourages Parents to Substitute Fruits and Vegetables for Sugary Snacks It is no secret that fruits and vegetables provide essential vitamins and minerals children need as part of a balanced, healthy diet, but they also play an important role when it comes to oral health. As part of National Fruits and... More »
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Jun. 8, 2015
Children’s Oral Health
Summer is great for slowing down and relaxing with friends and family, but Delta Dental of Illinois reminds Illinoisans that it isn't the time to take a break from good oral health habits. “Daily routines usually become more relaxed during the summer months, but keeping up on healthy habits is still important,” said Katina Spadoni,... More »
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Mar. 19, 2015
General oral health
Spring break is almost here! With kids out of school and warmer weather on the horizon, spring break is a time to vacation and finally get over those winter blues. Whether you plan to go to the beach, go skiing or visit a famous theme park, it's always good to be prepared for the unexpected.... More »
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Mar. 17, 2015
General oral health
It's that time of year again when the whole country goes a little mad … mad for brackets, obscure college mascots and Cinderella stories. When you're not busy updating your wins and losses this month, take a few moments to consider how you can improve your oral health game. Sport a mouthguard. Whether you have... More »
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Mar. 4, 2015
Children’s Oral Health
Think it's tough to get kids to help with household chores? It may be even tougher to get them to floss their teeth. That's a finding from a new survey of Illinois parents released today by Delta Dental of Illinois1 in conjunction with National Parenting Month in March. Nearly half of Illinois parents (47 percent)... More »
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Feb. 23, 2015
Children’s Oral Health
The Tooth Fairy was less generous in Illinois in 2014 than other parts of the country, according to The Original Tooth Fairy Poll® sponsored by Delta Dental of Illinois.1 Nationally, parents reported the going rate for a lost baby tooth was $4.36 last year,2 while the average in Illinois was just $2.89. Despite her stinginess,... More »
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Jun. 3, 2014
Children’s Oral Health
When you think of the month of June, many things come to mind; summer time, warm weather, cookouts, swimming and more. Could all of these fun activities have played a part in June being recognized as National Smile Month? We may never know, but we do know it's a happy coincidence! National Smile Month is... More »
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