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Debunking the myth that pregnant women should skip the dentist

July 22, 2022 Delta Dental of Idaho

Keeping up with routine dental care is just one way to help mom and baby stay healthy before and after birth. Learn more.

Pregnancy is a time of joy and, at times, uncertainty for many expecting mothers. With all the forums, books, and well-intentioned advice, it can be hard to feel confident in the decisions one makes during pregnancy. One decision that pregnant women can be confident about is … [Read more...]

Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Idaho, Oral Health, Parenting

Are you passing your fear of dentistry on to your kids?

July 22, 2022 Delta Dental of Idaho

Your kids can inherit your fear of the dentist. Here are a few tips for helping you and them be more comfortable when visiting the dentist.

Children like to mimic how their parents act. Sometimes it’s on purpose, like when they dress up in mom’s shoes or dad’s hats. Other times it’s unintentional, like learning to fear the dentist. Research shows that parents pass along their fear of the dentist to their kids. … [Read more...]

Dental Benefits, Idaho, Oral Health, Parenting

Oral Health Risks of Vaping

April 21, 2022 Delta Dental of Idaho

The popularity of using e-cigarettes, or vaping, amongst young adults has increased dramatically. What is this trend doing to the oral health of these individuals? Learn more!

What is vaping? Vaping is a popular term for smoking an electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) or other vaping device. These devices work by heating up liquid that may contain nicotine, flavorings, and other chemicals stored in a cartridge. This liquid turns into vapor once it is … [Read more...]

Clinic and Provider Tips, Idaho, Oral Health

5 Tips to Quit Smoking + Its Impact on Oral Health

April 21, 2022 Delta Dental of Idaho

Understanding the toll nicotine takes on our bodies and our mouths – plus these tools to quit smoking - can help you kick the habit.

If you’re wondering how to quit smoking, we’re here to help. It’s estimated that about 50 million Americans have an addiction to nicotine. The type of products vary from e-cigarettes to combustible cigarettes, chew, and snuff. Thankfully, there are many tools available to quit … [Read more...]

Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Oral Health

Identify the Signs and Risks of Oral Cancer for Oral Cancer Awareness Month

March 28, 2022 Delta Dental of Idaho

Oral Cancer Awareness Month helps kickstart the conversation with our healthcare and dental practitioners about the signs and risks of oral cancer. 

The Oral Cancer Foundation found that Americans don’t have a strong understanding of the signs and risks of oral cancer. If caught early, oral cancer can be treated. Early diagnosis reduces your risk of health complications and increases your rate of survival. And yet, statistics … [Read more...]

Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Idaho, Oral Health

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