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Feb. 16, 2016
General oral health
Watch your teeth! We're talking to you, not the players. When playing a contact sport, especially hockey, it is important to wear a mouthguard to protect your smile. Wearing a mouthguard prevents oral and facial injuries and ensures that you keep your teeth in great shape. While broken bones and sprains heal, injuries to teeth... More »
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Jun. 24, 2015
General oral health
You may be getting ready for a well-deserved vacation. Do you know what to do if a dental disaster strikes when you're miles from your regular dentist? We're here to help your vacation. Find an In-Network Dentist Before you leave town, remember to become familiar with your dental coverage. Your plan details will indicate if... More »
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Jun. 19, 2015
General oral health
We've all got a nervous habit or two, whether it's chewing nails, tapping toes or chomping gum. For the most part, nervous habits are harmless – but there are a few that can be bad news for oral health. Here are three to stop. Nail biting. Nibbling on your nails can stress your teeth and... More »
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Jun. 15, 2015
General oral health
Men's Health Month is celebrated in June to remind men to take care of their health and to encourage regular doctor visits. Studies show that men are less likely than women to take care of their health in general – and oral health even less likely. Oral health is linked to overall health so it's... More »
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Apr. 4, 2015
General oral health
From chewing tobacco to sunflower seeds, some bad oral health habits can be found on the baseball diamond. While the popularity of chewing tobacco has decreased in baseball over the years,1 it still causes major league oral health problems such as root decay, leathery white patches inside your cheek, red sores and even oral cancer.... 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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Feb. 4, 2015
General oral health
Watch your teeth! (You. Not the players.) When playing a contact sport, especially hockey, it is important to wear a mouthguard to protect your smile. Wearing a mouthguard prevents oral and facial injuries and ensures that you keep your pearly whites. While broken bones and sprains heal, injuries to teeth can be permanent. To encourage... More »
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Feb. 2, 2015
Children’s Oral Health
Though big holidays and celebrations like Valentine's Day, Presidents Day and Mardi Gras occur in the month of February, one of the most important events goes on all month long: National Children's Dental Health Month. One of the best things you can do for your children is to give them a good foundation on which... More »
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Dec. 3, 2014
General oral health
This holiday season, it's important to keep your oral health a top priority. Improper flossing techniques, tooth grinding and sharing utensils can land you on the dental Naughty List. There are simple tips and tricks you can take to get back into your dentist's good graces in time for the holidays. Using a hard-bristled toothbrush... More »
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Jun. 10, 2014
Children’s Oral Health
“Take me out to the ball game” has a much better ring to it than “take me out to the dentist,” don't you think? That's why you and your children should always wear a mouth guard when playing any sport or activity – baseball included – that carries a risk of mouth injury. Young athletes are... More »
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Feb. 25, 2014
Children’s Oral Health
Delta Dental of Illinois teamed up with the Chicago Wolves to give away youth mouth guards to the first 5,000 fans who attended the game against the Iowa Wild on February 1st. The initiative was to promote National Children's Dental Health Month and help protect kids' teeth from sports related injuries. The U.S. Centers for... More »
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Oct. 29, 2013
General oral health
A little bit of stress is a normal part of daily life. When stress builds up though, it can be a real monster. High stress levels can lead to teeth grinding, jaw clenching, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain. To dodge these dangerous side effects of stress, give these tips a try.
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Sep. 19, 2013
General oral health
“Take me out to the ball game” has a much better ring to it than “take me out to the dentist,” don't you think? That's why you and your children should always wear a mouthguard when playing any sport or activity – baseball included – that carries a risk of mouth injury. Young athletes are...
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Aug. 8, 2013
General oral health
Children and adults need at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day. Sports are a great way to ensure you and your child is physically fit. However, there are a few precautions that you should take before your kids go on the field. For example, you should ensure the wearing of protective gear like helmets, knee and shoulder pads, face cages, and . . . especially, mouthguards.
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Jun. 13, 2013
General oral health
Headache Awareness Week Shines Light on TMJ If you are struggling with daily headaches, you are not alone. Many people continually feel a dull ache in their head as they go about their daily activities. Work, grocery shopping, even your children's sporting events can be difficult to get through with constant pain. Some people have... More »