Category Results for: "Oral health"
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Clinician's Corner: Preparing to get the COVID-19 Vaccine
In this installment of Clinician's Corner, Dr. Nina Prabhu shares some tips and reminders to help those who intend to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
May 26th, 2021
Clinician's Corner: Preventing mask mouth
You may have noticed your breath seeming worse or your mouth drying out with regular mask wearing. Dr. Templeton shares some oral health tips to help keep you and your mouth comfortable.
January 4th, 2021
Clinician's Corner: Eat this, not that— healthy choices for your Thanksgiving menu
With all of the changes to Thanksgiving Day celebrations this year, it might be the perfect time to add a few more tooth-friendly foods to your table. Dr. Templeton recommends some options that promote good oral health.
November 20th, 2020
Mental health awareness
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the perfect time to make sure you are caring for your oral, mental and overall health. Dr. Eileen Crespo, Vice President of Medical Services at Delta Dental of Minnesota, shared her recommendations for caring for your mental health.
May 29th, 2020
Safety updates for future dental office visits
Dental offices that are reopening and/or continuing to serve patients have made changes and implemented extra measures to ensure the safety, health and comfort of their patients and staff. If you need to make an appointment or seek dental care, here are some changes you should anticipate during your next office visit.
May 21st, 2020
Seeking oral health care during COVID-19
Like many other businesses, dental offices are working to adapt during the COVID-19 outbreak. To keep employees, families and patients safe, dental offices are open only to emergency patients. If you experience a dental emergency or are in need of urgent dental care, you should contact your dentist for help.
April 16th, 2020
Vaping: Ask the Expert
How much do you know about vaping? We sat down with our Vice President of Medical Services to get answers to some common questions about e-cigarette use.
March 13th, 2020
What to expect during your routine dental visit
If you haven’t been to the dentist in a while or if you experience fear or anxiety before a dentist appointment, it can be helpful to know what to expect. Here is a breakdown of everything that will happen during your routine cleaning and oral exam.
February 18th, 2020
Caring for your retainer
Cleaning your retainer should be a part of your daily oral health routine, just like brushing and flossing your teeth.
January 10th, 2020