I’m happy to share with you that DDPA recently released its fifteenth annual preventive care study, the largest and longest running study of its kind. Delta Dental is committed to advancing oral health for all Americans by sharing this information. Through its...
Spotlight on dental hygienists: National Dental Hygiene Month
Whether at home or in a dental office, dental hygiene refers to the process of cleaning our teeth and maintaining the health of our teeth and gums. Thanks to the efforts of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association, October has been celebrated as National Dental...
The importance of handwashing
The first full week of December is National Handwashing Awareness Week. It’s a timely topic, because it’s the time of year when respiratory infections are prevalent, including the common cold, flu, and pneumonia; and COVID-19 still presents significant health risks....
Diabetes and oral health
November is American Diabetes Month. The theme of this year’s celebration is We Fight for You, because the American Diabetes Association is engaging the world in the fight to end diabetes. On a local level, we’re long-time supporters of Breakthrough T1D (formerly...
Back-to-school oral health reminders
With cooler temperatures, shorter days and changing leaves, we’re reminded that fall is either here or will be soon. If you thought your summer was busy, your fall might be even more demanding, especially if you, your children or your grandchildren are returning to...
National Tooth Fairy Day: Shining a spotlight on children’s oral health
National Tooth Fairy Day is a fitting time to talk about children’s oral health. The United States and some other countries observe the tradition of a child who loses a tooth putting it under their pillow expecting a visit by the Tooth Fairy, during which the lost...
The Boston Marathon:
The world’s oldest annual marathon On April 15, as thousands of runners from around the world prepare to tackle the 128th Boston Marathon, we again had the opportunity to support television coverage of the race for New Hampshire residents by sponsoring the Marathon...
Courtney Morin celebrated for her influence in the Granite State
The Northeast Delta Dental family enjoys celebrating the successes of our employee colleagues. Recently, Courtney Morin, our Vice President, Actuarial & Underwriting and a member of our senior management team, was selected to appear in New Hampshire 200, a special...
The importance of dental hygiene and the role of dental hygienists
In October, National Dental Hygiene Month highlights the importance of oral health and its invaluable role in overall health and wellness. Oral health begins with preventive self-care. That’s why we’ve partnered with the NH Fisher Cats for twelve years in an Oral...
Join Us in Celebrating National Children’s Dental Health Month
What started as a one-day event, first held on February 3, 1941 in Cleveland, Ohio has grown over the years to a month-long celebration that highlights the importance of healthy oral health habits in children. Every February, Northeast Delta Dental joins the American...
