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Jan. 21, 2025
Understanding AMD: What You Need to Know About Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Vision Health
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is the top cause of vision loss in adults over 50. Learn about its symptoms, types, prevention strategies, and treatments to help protect your eyesight.
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Jan. 21, 2025
Myth vs. Fact: Common Misconceptions About Children's Dental Health
Kid's Health
Your child’s oral health matters! Learn about some of the most common misconceptions surrounding children’s dental health and discover the facts to help you make informed decisions.
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Jan. 21, 2025
Top 5 Ways to Take Care of Your Children’s Teeth
Kid's Health
Taking care of your child’s oral health can be a lot to manage. Check out our favorite ways to take care of children’s teeth to ensure a healthy smile now and in the future.
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Jan. 2, 2025
Vision viewpoints: Expert answers on glaucoma
Healthy You
Glaucoma Awareness Month is each January. We’ve invited Dr. Chad Overman, Delta Dental of Iowa’s medical expert for DeltaVision®, to share the most important information about this condition, known as the “silent thief of sight.”
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Dec. 30, 2024
3 refreshing mocktail tips for a sober night in
Healthy You
Non-alcoholic? No problem. We have three tips to keep your sober sipping delicious and healthful.
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Dec. 23, 2024
Why Early-Year Eye Exams Make a Difference
Vision Health
Start the year off right! Discover why early-year eye exams are key for detecting health issues, maximizing benefits, and updating your prescription.
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Dec. 23, 2024
Benefits of Using Delta Dental of Iowa Dental Insurance Early in the Year
Insurance
Starting the year with a proactive approach to using your Delta Dental of Iowa dental insurance can save you time, money, and stress.
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Dec. 23, 2024
5 "Health Foods" Your Dentist Wishes You Wouldn't Eat
Healthy Living
Your dentist might wish you'd think twice about these five health foods that, despite their positive reputation, could be causing more harm than good to your pearly whites.
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Dec. 5, 2024
Vegan oral healthcare products
Healthy You
If you’ve removed animal products from your diet, you’ll be happy to know that some oral healthcare products are also vegan friendly. Here, we explain what to look for in dental products to ensure they fit with your lifestyle.
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Dec. 5, 2024
Age-related Causes of Tooth Sensitivity
Healthy You
Noticing more shooting pain and aches in your teeth as you get older? You’re not alone. Discover the common causes of age-related tooth sensitivity and learn simple ways to ease the discomfort.
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Nov. 25, 2024
5 Vision Health Resolutions to Make in the New Year
Vision Health
A new year is the perfect opportunity to make small changes that will protect your vision health now and in the future. Discover five resolutions to commit to in 2025.
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Nov. 7, 2024
Signs of diabetic eye problems
Healthy You
November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Mark the occasion by learning something new about this condition. Did you know that diabetes can affect your eyes? Blurry vision or frequent changes in eyesight may be early signs of diabetic eye problems. We explain how to spot these warning signs early and take steps to protect your vision.
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Nov. 7, 2024
How fall allergies affect oral health
Healthy You
Did you know that fall allergies can impact more than just your sinuses? Learn how allergy symptoms like congestion and mouth breathing can harm your teeth and gums, and discover simple ways to protect your smile this fall.
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Oct. 28, 2024
Advocating for Veterans’ Oral Health in Iowa
Company News
Learn about the oral health challenges Iowa veterans face and how Delta Dental of Iowa's Give Smiles for Veterans program is helping improve their well-being.
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Oct. 25, 2024
How to Make the Most of Your Vision Insurance Benefits Before Year-End
Vision Health
Did you know most vision insurance plans don’t allow unused benefits to roll over? Discover ways to make the most of your benefits before they expire.
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Oct. 25, 2024
Diabetes and Your Teeth: How Managing Diabetes Helps Your Oral Health
Healthy Living
Effectively managing diabetes supports your overall health and helps protect your oral health. Discover how diabetes affects your mouth and explore strategies for maintaining oral health after a diagnosis.