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Category: Colorado

A Healthy Smile for All

Delta Dental of Colorado is the state’s leading dental benefits company. We’re also a nonprofit with a mission to improve the oral health of the communities we serve. Our vision is, “A healthy smile for all.” Not everyone is served by the traditional dental insurance system. One out of three Coloradans lack dental insurance. Some […] The post A Healthy Smile for All appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Blog.
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A Brief History of Dental Hygiene in Colorado

Colorado has had dental hygiene as a profession since almost the very beginning of the field of dental hygiene. We have a progressive dental hygiene scope of practice. This broad scope of practice allows many hygienists to impact the lives of thousands of Coloradans who otherwise would not be obtaining oral health care. This is […] The post A Brief History of Dental Hygiene in Colorado appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Blog.
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Evaluating Community Oral Health

Oral health is tricky business because when compared to physical health the evidence base for our work is far more limited. We know fluoride and sealants improve oral health of individuals. Borrowing from our friends in other sectors, we know that reducing barriers to accessing care through creative and innovative models works. However, there are […] The post Evaluating Community Oral Health appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Blog.
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Employees Leave a Mark on Colorado Nonprofits

We contributed $120,000 to 10 Colorado-based nonprofit organizations through our employee-driven iGive program – now that’s reason to celebrate! “Our employees are at the center of what makes our company great,” said Helen Drexler, Chief Executive Officer of Delta Dental of Colorado. “The spirit of giving back, as captured by iGive, is how we honor […] The post Employees Leave a Mark on Colorado Nonprofits appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Blog.
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Delta Dental of Colorado’s 5th Annual Day of Service with a Smile

Our Annual Day of Service with a Smile, presented by our community engagement program, is an opportunity for employees to make a real, tangible difference in our local community. We rounded up 31 internal employees and 38 of their family members. Our 69 volunteers divided into two groups; half were at Stapleton Central Park , and half […] The post Delta Dental of Colorado’s 5th Annual Day of Service with a Smile appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Blog.
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Funding Available for Oral Health Equity

Oral health is a window into individual and community well-being. At Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation (DDCOF), we’re committed to partnering with communities so more people have healthier smiles. Earlier this year we announced our new mission: to elevate the well-being of all Coloradans by advancing oral health equity. Our efforts to improve oral health […] The post Funding Available for Oral Health Equity appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Blog.
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Closing the Gap Between Medical and Dental Care Visits

  Any new parent will tell you they’re often going to well-child visits. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends up to 12 checkups during the first three years of a child’s life. The regular visits create trust among pediatrician, parent, and child. According to the 2015 Colorado Health Access Survey, more than 90% of […] The post Closing the Gap Between Medical and Dental Care Visits appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Blog.
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The Importance of Oral Health: Spreading the Word to Colorado

Delta Dental of Colorado uniquely understands the critical connection between oral health and overall health. Beyond just giving you the ability to eat, speak, and smile, your oral health affects your overall health AND your financial health. We want our members and all Coloradans to understand this fact so that they make it a priority! For […] The post The Importance of Oral Health: Spreading the Word to Colorado appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Blog.
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Mission Critical: Programs That Improve Oral Health in Vulnerable Communities

Giving back impacts the oral health of Colorado’s underserved populations the most. That’s because dental disease is a chronic problem among low-income and vulnerable populations. Many advances have contributed to improved oral health in our underserved Colorado communities: Community water fluoridation reduces the gap in decay rates of Americans. The CDC says it’s the most cost-effective […] The post Mission Critical: Programs That Improve Oral Health in Vulnerable Communities appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Blog.
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Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation: Making Moves Across the State

The Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation is working across Colorado to improve oral health by eradicating childhood tooth decay. To make good oral health a community priority, the foundation supports projects that achieve at least one of our 3 drivers of success: Improve access to evidence-based dental care. Increase the public’s awareness of and support […] The post Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation: Making Moves Across the State appeared first on Delta Dental of Colorado Blog.
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