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Why back-to-school dental checkups are important

August 22, 2022 Sonja Deines

Back-to-school dental checkups help keep kids in school! Don’t let dental problems take away from valuable school time – book your back-to-school dental visit now!

With a new school year millions of children all over the United States prepare with new school supplies, new clothes, and lots of excitement. A new school year is also a great reminder to schedule your children’s back-to-school dental checkup! Getting your children in the … [Read more...]

Dental Benefits, Idaho, Oral Health, Parenting

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

Creating lifelong oral health habits starts at the dentist

June 16, 2022 Sonja Deines

Of all the good habits parents should instill in their children, going to a dentist early and regularly is one of the most important. Learn more about how creating lifelong oral health habits start at the dentist.

Creating and maintaining good habits is an important skill for everyone, regardless of age.  For young children, however, the formation of these good habits can impact the rest of their lives. Parents who encourage their children to have good oral health habits such as brushing, … [Read more...]

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

Long-term effects of poor oral health care on children

June 16, 2022 Sonja Deines

Poor oral health care can lead to negative long-term effects on children. Learn more about the consequences of poor oral health care and how it can impact your child's future.

Most parents understand the importance of good physical health for the well-being of their children. However, the value of good oral health is sometimes overlooked. Poor oral health in children can lead to many negative long-term effects, including physical and mental health … [Read more...]

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

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