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Sep. 27, 2018
General oral health
Delta Dental of Illinois covers the smiles of 2 million individuals nationwide, and we know first-hand the importance of oral health and its connection to well-being for both adults and children. For this reason, we recently commissioned the sixth annual Delta Dental of Illinois Children's Oral Health Survey and Adult's Oral Health and Well-Being Survey.... More »
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Sep. 11, 2018
Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation
Poor oral health and tooth decay can cause discomfort and result in young students having difficulty participating or concentrating in school. Nearly 40 percent of children in Illinois have had a cavity in the past year, and about 1 in 5 kids in Illinois has untreated tooth decay.1 To help kids learn about the importance... More »
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Jul. 20, 2018
Children’s Oral Health
Delta Dental of Illinois offers tips to help prevent health-related school absences This school year, Delta Dental of Illinois wants to remind Illinois parents to include a dental appointment on the back-to-school checklist. Having a healthy smile can help improve kids' concentration and performance in the classroom and may help reduce school absences. In Illinois,... 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. 28, 2017
Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation
UIC College of Dentistry awarded $100,000 from Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation Grant to help provide much-needed dental services to underserved Illinois children More than 800 low-income Illinois children with immediate dental needs are on a two-year waiting list for procedures that require general anesthesia at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) College of... More »
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Dec. 27, 2016
General oral health
Plan to get healthy this New Year? Gym shoes and low-calorie snacks aren't the only things you'll need – don't forget a toothbrush. Dental health is a key component of general wellness, and by taking care of your mouth, you'll improve your body's overall health. “The new year is a great time to evaluate your... More »
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Nov. 28, 2016
Dental benefit information
You may associate dental benefits with a couple of free or low-cost cleanings per year. That's definitely one of the perks – but enrolling in your company's voluntary dental plan has benefits that go far beyond a healthy smile. Here are a few to consider: Dental Benefits Keep You Healthy Adults with dental coverage are... More »
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Jul. 11, 2016
Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation
Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation grants $100,000 Wisdom Tooth Award to Crusader Community Health Grant to expand dental services for children in Rock River Valley area The Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation, the 501(c)(3) charitable arm of Delta Dental of Illinois, granted its fourth annual $100,000 Wisdom Tooth Award to Crusader Community Health to help expand dental services for... More »
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May 4, 2016
General oral health
This Women's Health Month, Learn How Life Changes Affect Oral Health Everyone needs to practice good oral health habits to guard against tooth decay, periodontal disease and other health concerns. However, due to the changing hormone levels that women experience from certain birth control, pregnancy or menopause, women have some oral health concerns that men... More »
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Apr. 21, 2016
General oral health
You've likely experienced a little sensitivity when eating, perhaps after enjoying an ice-cold beverage or after biting into something particularly hot. Even breathing in a blast of cold air can sometimes cause discomfort. Why do some people experience sensitivity while others can eat whatever they want? Here are some of the most common causes. Exposed... More »
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Apr. 11, 2016
General oral health
About Oral Cancer Each day in the United States, 132 individuals are diagnosed with oral cancer, and each hour, someone will die from oral cancer.1 In all, over 39,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral cancer each year. As a result of medical and technological advances and early detection, the survival rate has steadily improved... More »
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Apr. 7, 2016
Children’s Oral Health
April is National Autism Awareness Month, and here at Delta Dental of Illinois, we've been talking a lot lately about the challenges that people with autism face when it comes to oral care and how to overcome them. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects people differently, and there is no “typical” profile of autism. Some children... More »
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Mar. 20, 2016
General oral health
Every year on March 20, more than 100 countries unite for World Oral Health Day1 to celebrate the importance of good oral hygiene. The 2016 theme “It all starts here. Healthy mouth. Healthy body,” acknowledges that good oral health affects more than just your smile. In fact, more than 120 diseases, including diabetes, HIV, psoriasis,... 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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Nov. 24, 2015
General oral health
Flossing is essential to maintaining a healthy smile. Even though at least 50 percent of people don't floss daily as recommended,1 taking time to do so is an important part of your oral health routine. It's the single best way to remove plaque from areas between teeth where your toothbrush can't reach.2 Unwaxed nylon dental floss on a... 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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