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What do my teeth tell me about my health

WEBMalnutrition & oral health. Lacking protein, iron and certain vitamins in your diet can cause problems with tooth development and eruption, sensitive or bleeding …

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Major life changes and dental insurance: What you need to know

WEBMajor changes often have a way of affecting many more parts of our lives than we originally anticipate. Often, our health benefits – including dental – are affected. Whether …

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Clinician's Corner: Raising a cavity-free kid

WEBFoods and drinks low in sugar help prevent childhood cavities. Encourage your child to drink fluoridated tap water rather than soda, juice or other sugary drinks. …

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How do you choose a dental plan

WEBEveryone has different dental health needs – including you and the dependents covered under your plan. Individuals with risk factors such as tobacco use …

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The Benefits of Using Straws

WEBThe benefits of using a straw: Straws can help protect against cavities. If positioned correctly, straws can limit the contact between liquids and teeth, which could …

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Why dental benefits matter

WEBDental benefits are designed to promote and get the most value out of preventive care. Preventive care not only helps to keep a person’s mouth healthy ongoing, but it is crucial …

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How eating disorders affect your oral health

WEBDr. Eileen Crespo, MD. Dr. Eileen Crespo is the Vice President of Medical Services at Delta Dental of Minnesota. She is a practicing pediatrician of over 25 years.

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How dental benefits improve employees’ well-being

WEBDental coverage emphasizes preventive care. Americans lose more than 164 million hours of work every year due to dental disease. But dental coverage can go a long way toward …

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The oral health benefits of pumpkin

WEBIron: Found in pumpkin seeds, iron keeps your tongue and gums healthy and helps prevent anemia, which can also affect the tissues in the mouth. Magnesium: …

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Grand opening of new dental clinic at Hennepin Healthcare

WEBDelta Dental of Minnesota is pleased to announce the opening of the Delta Dental Oral Health Center at Hennepin Healthcare. The oral health center – which occupies the …

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Is my jaw shrinking

WEBDecreases in the jawbone density and the bone around your teeth can both cause your jaw to shrink. There are ways to help prevent this. As always, brush and floss daily – and be …

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Clinician’s Corner: Acidic drinks & your teeth

WEBRinse your mouth or drink water after finishing acidic drinks. This helps adjust the pH that your teeth are exposed to. The American Dental Assocation …

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Oceans, pools and oral health

WEBOcean water. While we certainly don’t suggest drinking it, going for a swim in the salty ocean water may actually benefit your teeth. In fact, salt has healing properties …

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Help your employees get the most out of their benefits

WEBBecause dental benefits have the potential to improve both oral and overall health, it’s important that employees make the most of their coverage. These simple …

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The Pros and Cons of Adult Braces

WEBThe number of adults seeking orthodontic treatment has been steadily increasing for decades. In 2014, the American Association of Orthodontists estimated …

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Genetics & cavities

WEBDo you feel like you get cavities (dental caries/tooth decay) more easily or more often than other people? You might be right! Genetics shape many things about …

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Bringing dental care for special needs patients at Hennepin County

WEBThanks to a grant from Delta Dental of Minnesota Foundation, Hennepin County Medical Center will begin offering dental services to people with the highest …

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Which is better for your teeth – tea or coffee

WEBThe answer is: Coffee. Tea has higher levels of both acid and tannins, resulting in more teeth stains. In general, the darker your tea, the more potential it has to stain your teeth. …

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Grantee Spotlight: HealthFinders Collaborative

WEBSince 2014, Delta Dental of Minnesota Foundation has given $120,000 to HealthFinders Collaborative, a community health center that serves the low-income, …

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