Oral health resources
How to maintain healthy sleep during winter
As winter rolls around, shorter days and longer nights can disrupt your natural sleep patterns, making it harder to maintain a healthy sleep routine. In this article, we will explore some simple strategies to help you stay wellrested throughout the season.
Beyond the Brush: Choosing the right products for your dental essentials
Delta Dental of Massachusetts’ Vice President of Clinical Management Dr. Linda Vidone goes #BeyondTheBrush to share insight on what to look for when shopping for the right toothbrush.
The bittersweet rise of sugar
From Halloween candies and pumpkin-spiced coffees to holiday cookies and pies, it’s easy to feel surrounded by sugar. But sweets weren’t always so common — in fact, sugar consumption has risen substantially in recent history, despite warnings about the oral and overall health risks.
Take the fright out of Halloween
Halloween is a memorable time of year. When else can you see ghosts, dinosaurs and pirates in the same room? But the festivities can create some surprising health risks if you’re not careful. Here’s how to say “boo” to danger while you enjoy the festivities.
Easing Dental Anxiety in Adults and Children
We want to spend some time discussing how mental health is closely connected to oral health.
To Reduce Risk of Diabetes, Heart Disease and Alzheimer’s, Visit Your Dentist
We’re rethinking dental coverage to incentivize prevention and quality so that we improve care, reduce costs, and improve health outcomes.
How long can I stay on my parents' dental insurance?
Now that you are a young adult and out on your own, don’t forget about your teeth. Dental insurance can help protect your mouth and your wallet.
Why disparities in access to oral health matter
The conditions into which you are born, grow up, and live can influence your ability to care for your teeth and gums.
The Pros and Cons of Summer Sunshine
Even from 93 million miles away, the sun powers our planet. And it doesn’t stop there! Sunshine (or the lack of it) can have a big influence on your personal health and well-being. Let’s break down what’s good and bad about spending time in the summer daylight.
What happens during a dental checkup?
For your first visit, your dentist will need to take a thorough medical and dental history.
How a dentist can quiet snoring
An oral appliance can treat obstructive sleep apnea, a serious cause of snoring.
Chew on this — sugarless gum can be good for teeth
Read about the surprising benefits of sugarless gum.
The pros and cons of probiotics
Some people use probiotic supplements as a source of “good bacteria” to help them achieve health-related goals. But what does “good bacteria” mean?
Why older Americans shouldn’t neglect dental care
Preventive measures can help older adults avoid many oral health problems.
How to floss your teeth properly
Most people know that they should floss once a day, but not everyone knows why.
Sports and mouthguards
Blows to the face in nearly every sport can injure your teeth, lips, cheeks, and gums.
Bad breath: causes and cures
We all know that bad breath can develop if you don’t brush your teeth – but do you know what’s happening on a molecular level?
Keep your child smiling: Oral health for infants and toddlers
Baby teeth are only around for part of your child’s life, but they play a big role in how their smile will develop.