Protect your smile during a disaster

When you think about a natural disaster, your oral health is likely not the first thing you consider. However, it is important to keep these tips in...

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Dental health is part of a bigger picture: Whole-body wellness

Unhealthy teeth and gums are often found in combination with heart disease and other life-threatening conditions, and many health issues can also...

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The Oral and Overall Health Benefits of Smiling

Just about everyone loves to smile. From a glimmer of a grin to a full-blown belly laugh, it simply feels great to feel that good. And the power of...

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How to Deal with Dental Anxiety

What keeps people from getting the preventive dental care they need for a healthy smile? More than 1 in 4 Americans (27%) who’ve bypassed care admit...

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The Importance of Oral and Oropharyngeal Cancer Awareness

Contributed by: Dr. Zachary Brian, UNC Adams School of Dentistry April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month and serves as an important reminder for all of...

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Better Dental Visits for Kids with Autism

With the All Smiles Shine app, you can prepare for upcoming visits to the dentist to make the experience less stressful for children with...

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Protecting Your Eyes: Solar Eclipse Glasses

Learn why solar eclipse glasses are essential for safeguarding your eyes during an eclipse and how to choose the right pair.

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The Diabetes and Oral Health Connection

There is an important connection between diabetes and oral health for children. Approximately 352,000 children and adolescents younger than age 20...

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Delta Dental of North Carolina Named a Family Forward NC Certified Employer

Delta Dental of North Carolina has been named a Family Forward NC Certified Employer by the North Carolina Early Childhood Foundation’s Family Forward...

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Implementing BIG Benefits for Your Small Business is Simple with Delta Dental of North Carolina

We know that small businesses have a lot on their plate, so Delta Dental makes it easy with five simple steps to get started implementing dental and...

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The Benefits of Sealants: Smiles for Kids Grant Spotlight

Primary, or "baby," teeth are important for many reasons. Not only do they help children speak clearly and chew naturally, they also aid in forming a...

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Advancing Oral Health in NC: Delta Dental - Your Community Partner

Delta Dental of North Carolina was established to serve the citizens of North Carolina. As one of the largest providers of dental benefits in the...

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