Delta Dental & Vision Health
To support parents and caregivers in creating a path to better health and wellness, Delta Dental of Arizona is proud to present this dental and vision health resource guide, offering answers to frequently asked questions, tips to prevent oral health and eye diseases, and new ways Delta Dental of Arizona is helping care for the entire family.
Did You Know?
Because good oral and vision health starts at infancy, Delta Dental of Arizona’s individual and family plans encourage parents to get regular checkups for their kids with the Free Until Three™ benefit. Simply put, there is no charge to cover dependents under the age of 3.
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Delta Dental of Arizona has been providing vision benefits across Arizona since 2007. DeltaVision® administered by EyeMed Vision Care is affordable, convenient vision insurance for individuals, families and businesses, backed by America’s largest vision network. For more information, visit deltadentalaz.com/vision
Dental Products That Protect Young Smiles
There is nothing better than seeing your child smile. You can help keep that smile bright and healthy by using the right oral care products at each stage of growth.
Babies
Even before teeth appear, you...
Tooth Fairy Boosts Rates, Reversing Recent Declines
While in 2024, the Tooth Fairy was tightening her belt, this year she was feeling generous. Findings from Delta Dental of Arizona’s Original Tooth Fairy Poll® revealed the average value of a single lost...
How Helmets Shield Your Child’s Head And Jaw
A well-fitted helmet does more than protect your child’s brain. It also helps safeguard their eyes, teeth, and jaw. Every part of a helmet works together to keep your child’s growing head, mouth, and...
Say “Lights Out” to Teeth Grinding
Does your child grind their teeth while sleeping? Between 15 and 33 percent of children, compared to about 8 percent of adults, will grind their teeth at some point. Most teeth grinding, also known...
What To Do About a Loose Baby Tooth
That classic cartoon image of tying a tooth to a doorknob and slamming the door might make you smile, but it is certainly not the best way to help a child with a loose...
Exercise Your Child’s Eyes (No Gym Required!)
Your child’s eyes need movement just like the rest of their body. Regular eye exercises can help both eyes work together more efficiently, making reading, homework, and screen time more comfortable while reducing fatigue...
The Tooth Development Timeline
Your child’s teeth do more than give them a smile. They help them chew, speak clearly, and shape their face. The journey of their teeth actually begins before birth.
Before Birth
Between six and eight weeks...
A Guide to Dental & Vision Insurance for Infants & Children
When your baby arrives, securing health insurance is a top priority. But don’t forget about dental and vision coverage! These types of insurance are just as important for your child's overall well-being. This guide...
Protect Your Kids’ Eyes This Allergy Season: A Parent’s Guide
As the seasons change and flowers bloom or leaves fall, many children experience seasonal allergies. Sneezing, congestion, and itchy throats are common, but allergies can also cause dry eye syndrome. This is when the...
How to Tell If Your Baby or Toddler Needs Glasses
It is natural to wonder if your baby or toddler might need glasses. After all, young children cannot always explain what they see or how clearly they see it. Detecting vision problems early is...
Sunglasses for Kids Protecting Young Eyes Starts Early
When you think of sunglasses, you might picture pool days or a stylish accessory, but for children, sunglasses are much more than fashion. Young eyes are especially sensitive to sunlight, and regular UV protection...
Oral Health and Your Kids
Cavities are one of the most common chronic diseases among children in the U.S. About one in five children 5 to 11 has at least one untreated cavity. In Arizona, more than half of...
Tooth Fairy Giving Declines, Bucking Trend of Recent Years
Like so many of us, the Tooth Fairy reeled in her spending this past year. Findings from Delta Dental of Arizona’s Original Tooth Fairy Poll® revealed the average value of a single lost tooth...
Dentistry for Special Needs: Tips for Making Dentist Visits Less Stressful
Here are 7 tips to help ease the stress children living with certain medical, intellectual and physical disabilities may have with the dentist and oral care:
Clean Your Child’s Teeth Daily: If your child...
Oral Health and Children with Special Needs
Children with special needs are at higher risk for oral health issues for a variety of reasons. Often, medications have high sugar content, causing dry mouth that leads to a buildup of plaque and...
Delta Dental of Arizona Announces Additional Special Health Care Needs Benefit
For the estimated 7 million adults and children living within the United States with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD), visiting the dentist for oral health care can be overwhelming or even inaccessible. In an...
Why Mouth Guard Matter
While the American Dental Association (ADA) reports that athletes are 60 times more likely to suffer harm to their teeth when not wearing a mouth guard, it plays a crucial role in preventing oral...
Color Blindness in Children
Color blindness is a common vision condition that affects how children perceive colors. It occurs when certain cells in the eye do not work properly. While many people think of color blindness as seeing...
Boost Your Child’s Performance through Vision Skills
If your child loves sports, improving their vision skills can give them an advantage on the field. Good vision is essential for athletes of all ages, whether they're in competitive leagues or just playing...
A Guide to Dental and Vision Insurance for Infants & Children
When your baby arrives, securing health insurance is a top priority. But don’t forget about dental and vision coverage! These types of insurance are just as important for your child's overall well-being. This guide...
Diabetes and Your Child’s Oral and Eye Health
As a parent, you want the best for your child, especially when it comes to their health. If your child has diabetes, it's important to pay special attention to their oral and eye health....
Vision Screenings and Eye Exams
What Parents Should Know
As your kids grow, their eyes are always changing, and good vision will help them do well in school. If they have trouble seeing, it can impact both their learning and...
How To Make Sure Your Child isn’t the 1 in 4 with an Undetected...
It is hard to imagine that newborn babies can only see about eight to 12 inches away, with anything beyond all a blur. It is even harder to imagine just how crucial a strong...
Delta Dental of Arizona Increasing Access to Care for Patients with Special Needs
According to the 2023 Delta Dental of Arizona Oral Health Survey, there is a significant increase in the number of individuals (77%) who believe that taking proactive steps to safeguard their oral health leads...
How to Make Flossing Fun for Kids
While they may seem insignificant, baby teeth are vital to the development of a child’s mouth. Flossing should start when the child has two teeth that touch to remove plaque and food debris. Here...
Frequently Asked Questions About Braces
Many parents will at some time in their lives need to consider braces for their child or children, which always comes with a myriad of questions about the treatment. Here are answers to some...
Winter Sports that need Mouth guards
Hockey
Close contact and flying pucks are all dangerous to the pearly whites. Wearing a mouthguard protects the teeth, gums and tongue.
Skiing and Snowboarding
Flying down the slopes with the risk of running into someone, hitting...
Eye Protection and Sports
Whether they are helping judge a sharp turn down the ski slope or when to hit an oncoming pitch, eyes are key players in all sports activities. So, no matter what sport or sports...
Free Cookbook with Recipes Curated by Nutrition, Dental Experts
Neighborhood Outreach Access to Health (NOAH) and Delta Dental of Arizona partnered on a free cookbook made in collaboration with nutritionists and oral health experts featuring nearly two dozen easy-to-make recipes that promote whole-person...
Food for Thought
You are what you eat! There is a direct connection between the foods that toddlers, children, and teens eat and both their oral and eye health.
Nutrition and Oral Health
A diet rich in lean protein,...
Your Child’s Eyes as they Age
Through a child’s eyes, the world can be full of wonder, where everyday objects possess extraordinary powers, and simple pleasures create lasting memories. However, beyond the ability to see the world with spirit and...
Did You Know?
Delta Dental of Arizona has been providing vision benefits across Arizona since 2007. DeltaVision (administered by EyeMed Vision Care) is affordable, convenient vision insurance for individuals, families and businesses.
For more information, visit deltadentalaz.com/vision or...
Sugar-Fighting Swaps…
Eating too much sugar at lunch time, or at any meal throughout the day, is bad for kids’ oral and overall health and can leave them feeling sluggish or struggling to focus on. Consider...
Oral Health and Your Kids
Cavities are one of the most common chronic diseases among children in the U.S. About one in five children ages 5 to 11 has at least one untreated cavity. In Arizona, that number is...
Oral Health and Children with Special Needs
Children with special needs are at higher risk for oral health issues for a variety of reasons. Often, medications have high sugar content, causing dry mouth that leads to a buildup of plaque and...
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month at The Children’s Museum of Phoenix
The Children’s Museum of Phoenix and Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation (DDAZF) have partnered to bring oral health programming to the Museum for the month of February – National Children’s Dental Health Month. For...
Let’s Get Social!
Delta Dental of Arizona offers a wealth of information, FAQs, games, recipes, and craft ideas relating to oral and vision health 24/7 on its family-friendly blog, deltadentalazblog.com. And if you’re an educator, Delta Dental has you covered as well! Delta Dental of Arizona has partnered with Arizona PBS Kids on HealthySmileLearning.org, a FREE resource site in both English and Spanish featuring oral health curriculum.
