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Dentists are on the front line for oral and overall health

By: Dr. Keith Libou, Chief Clinical Officer, Delta Dental of New Jersey and Connecticut

April 20, 2022 | Blog

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Conversations: Why oral health literacy matters

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Conversations: Why we need oral health leaders in government

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Healthier smiles, healthier children

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Why some believe now is the time to amplify oral health

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How are Delta Dental companies responding to COVID-19?

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Delta Dental Institute to federal agencies: Prioritize oral health

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Op-ed: America needs oral health experts in federal government

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Oral health is essential to overall health during the pandemic

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Op-ed: Presidential candidates should elevate oral health

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Health policy priority: Dental screenings, early access

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Op-ed: Ban flavored tobacco, protect health of our youth

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COMMENTARY: Oral health is essential for overall health

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Health Care Vitals: Boston

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School Nurses Lead the Charge for Good Oral Health in Schools

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Op-ed: Reliable oral health care for Arizonans must be a priority

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Does Your Toothbrush Have an App Yet?

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Health Care Vitals: Phoenix

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Op-ed: TN Dental Safety Net ensures all citizens stay smiling

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Op-ed: Comprehensive care for Illinoisans must include oral care

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Parents Say Their Children's Oral Health Could Be Better

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Op-ed: Oral Health Care Must Not Be Left Out of Colorado's Plan

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Kids' Cavities Probably Not Caused by Bad Genes

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VIDEO: Delta Dental of Arizona Oral Health Center

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Dentistry Today: Delta Dental Launches New Oral Health Institute

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Health Care Vitals: Denver

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Gap Exists in Americans' Knowledge of Certain Basic Dental Terms

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- May 19 2019
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Delta Dental Co-hosts Axios Event "Health Care In 2019"

Dec 13, 2018 | Newsroom

- May 22 2019
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Delta Dental Outreach Helps 10.2 Million in 2017

Nov 6, 2018 | Newsroom

- May 22 2019
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VIDEO: The Power Of A Healthy Smile

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- Jun 18 2019
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Cracked Tooth, Cracked System: Why U.S. Dental Care Needs Pulling

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- May 22 2019
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Tech Giants Pledge to Ease Patient, Provider Access to Health Data

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- May 21 2019
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More oral health care is needed for elderly adults

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- May 20 2019
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The New York Times: Medicare Does Not Equal Dental Care

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- May 21 2019
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Dental Health is a Good Marker of Overall Well Being

Jan 10, 2018 | Newsroom

- May 21 2019
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Delta Dental Institute serves as featured partner at SXSW 2022

March 9, 2022 | Press Release

- Mar 09 2022
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DDI applauds passage of Oral Health Literacy Act

Delta Dental Institute applauds the House of Representatives passage of the Oral Health Literacy and Awareness Act of 2021

- Aug 26 2021
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DDI applauds the appointment of a Chief Dental Officer at CMS

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Delta Dental companies donated $102.5 million in 2020

Jun 16, 2021 | Press Release

- Jun 15 2021
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Institute Urges Federal Agencies To Install Oral Health Experts

December 14, 2020 | Press Release

- Dec 13 2020
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Delta Dental companies donated $76.3 million in 2019

Jun 23, 2020 | Press Release

- Jun 23 2020
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Delta Dental applauds the efforts of World Oral Health Day

Mar 20, 2020 | Press Release

- Mar 20 2020
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An open letter from Delta Dental

June 18, 2020 | Press Release

- Jun 08 2020
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Research Finds New Approaches To America's Oral Health Literacy

Feb 13, 2020 | Press Release

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A 2020 preview from the Executive Director

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The Delta Dental Institute convenes national health leaders in DC

Dec 11, 2019 | Press Release

- Dec 18 2019
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The Delta Dental Institute announces a new Executive Director

Nov 5, 2019 | Press Release

- Nov 05 2019
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Massachusetts Health Care And Community Leaders Join The Institute

Nov 4, 2019 | Press Release

- Nov 04 2019
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Delta Dental companies contributed $79M to community programs

Oct 29, 2019 | Press Release

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The Delta Dental Institute Gathers Health Care Leaders In Phoenix

Sep 26, 2019 | Press Release

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The Delta Dental Institute Convenes Nashville Leaders

Aug 28, 2019 | Press Release

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The Delta Dental Institute Hosts Chicago Leaders

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Delta Dental Launches New National Oral Health Institute

Jun 19, 2019 | Press Release

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10 Million-Plus Americans Helped by Delta Dental Member Companies

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Americans Still Wish They Saw Their Dentist More

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- May 21 2019
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Key findings from the NIH’s “Oral Health in America” Report

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- Aug 26 2021
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Advancing diversity within the dental industry

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- Aug 26 2021
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Reflections on 2021

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Creating Healthy Habits in Fostered Youth

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- Aug 26 2021
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Addressing food insecurity to improve oral and overall health

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- Aug 26 2021
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Getting to the root of oral health

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- Aug 26 2021
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Moments of care

By Val Kavanaugh, RDH, Delta Dental of South Dakota

- Aug 26 2021
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Addressing oral health needs in times of crisis

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- Sep 28 2021
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Improving the overall health in children through DMI

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- Apr 15 2021
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Healthy aging begins with a healthy smile

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- Feb 26 2021
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Looking Ahead to 2021

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- Feb 09 2021
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Special needs dentistry is often life-saving care

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Poll Highlights Importance of Improving Oral Health Literacy

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Catching up with our community: Tooth BUDDS

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Defining racism as a social determinant of health

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- Jul 24 2020
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Exploring the 2019 Community Impact Report—and what's next

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- Jun 23 2020
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A statement from our Executive Director

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- Jul 02 2020
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Returning to the dentist: what to expect

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Why public health matters

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- May 21 2020
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What to do if you have a dental emergency during COVID-19

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- May 21 2020
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Maintaining good oral health at home during the COVID-19 pandemic

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- May 21 2020
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Improving America's Oral Health Literacy

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- Feb 13 2020
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Expanding Access To Care Through Actionable Community Investments

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- Nov 05 2019
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Integrating Medical and Dental Records for Improved Care

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- May 25 2019
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Delta Dental Institute Shines a New Spotlight on Oral Health

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- Jun 09 2019
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Americans Agree on the Importance of Oral Health

The Delta Dental Institute

- May 26 2019

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