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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

How Much Are Dental Benefits Worth: The Value of Dental Insurance vs. Paying Out of Pocket

March 28, 2022 Team Collaborative

When you realize all the benefits of having coverage, it's easy to understand the true value of dental insurance. Several reasons explain how much dental benefits are worth:

According to a Delta Dental survey, 86% of Americans agree that oral health is very or extremely important to their overall health. However, an estimated 76.5 million Americans do not have dental insurance. If a majority of Americans can agree on the value of oral health, why do … [Read more...]

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

Dental Insurance: What is Dental Insurance & How Does it Work?

March 28, 2022 Team Collaborative

With words like deductible, copay, and premiums often getting tossed around, it's understandable that dental insurance can sometimes be confusing. Understanding how your dental insurance works will help ensure you're getting the most out of a plan at a price that best fits your budget.

Did you know over 26% of Americans have avoided care or treatment because they are unsure of what their insurance covers? With words like deductible, copay, and premiums often getting tossed around, it's understandable that dental insurance can sometimes be confusing. … [Read more...]

Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Idaho, 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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