Category Results for: "Oral health"

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cleaning your retainer should be a part of your daily oral health routine, just like brushing and flossing your teeth.

It’s important to care for baby teeth just as diligently as adult teeth and establish positive oral health habits for your child early in their life.

While you brainstorm goals for the new year ahead, keep your oral health at the front of your mind. Try out some of these suggestions to achieve a healthier smile.