Delta Dental of Kansas

What’s the right dental plan for you? Follow these tips to find the perfect plan.

If you like pina coladas (we dare you not to sing the next line) then you’ll love this smoothie version. Perfect for those of us who just can’t quite let go of the summer.

Roll up, roll up! 🎪 Get your at Exploration Place!

Locked in💪
We just restocked our Delta Dental of Kansas Smile Kits in the claw machine👄 Stop by our Health Inside Out exhibit to try and snag yours!

https://exploration.org/exhibits/

It’s the unofficial end of summer (😢 or 😀 you decide). If you’re grilling this Labor Day, meat, plant-based proteins, cheese, and fruits & veggies are great for strong, protected teeth and enamel, just saying.

So, you have dental insurance but are still confused about who pays for what? Let’s looks at an example of coinsurance: bit.ly/46KcSkU

Thank you, Ross Elementary for sharing your . We love to see it!

Thank you, Delta Dental of Kansas, for the 3,000 smile kits!

We're on Instagram too! Follow us for oral health education, wellness and lifestyle tips, and how to get the most out of your coverage.

Find us at instagram.com/deltadentalks

Dental health and mental health are linked in more ways than one.

Poor oral health can lead to low self-esteem, triggering social anxiety and impacting relationships, and job interviews. The opposite is also true as stress, anxiety, and low mood can impact the health of our teeth and gums. The great news is, U.S. employers recognize this—99% offer dental coverage and 90% offer mental health coverage.* 🙌

Benefits benefit everyone when they adapt to the needs of employees.



*SHRM, 2024

Q. When does dental insurance kick in?
A. Once you’ve fulfilled your deductible.
Q. And what is that?
A. Watch this video: https://bit.ly/3WDHM9K

It’s the second of the year! What hilarious questions have your kids asked you about the ? Drop your in the comments.

P.S. If you need help answering some of those hilarious questions, we’ve got you covered at bit.ly/3YKmeLA

The Truth About the Tooth Fairy Have you ever been stumped when your kids ask questions about the Tooth Fairy? Check out our advice for how to satisfy curious minds.

Dental coverage works differently to some other kinds of coverage, one nuance being the Annual Maximum.

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Dental Insurance 101 - What is an Annual Maximum? An Annual Maximum is the most money your dental plan will pay for claims over a 12-month period.

Don't forget to send us your nonprofit shoutouts in honor of !

Who else shall we shout out this week in honor of ?

Later this week marks !

Please join us throughout this week in raising awareness of Kansas nonprofits—tag them in the comments and we’ll a share a link to their profile.

Let’s fill this week with gratitude for the impact nonprofits have on communities across the state!

Are you doing all you can to prepare your employees for retirement? Consider these tips for a smoother transition to retirement that supports their health and financial needs. 👇🏼

Our first shout out goes to a Wichita nonprofit making baseball accessible and affordable for kids who want to ⚾️!

Learn more about League 42 at their profile or check out their website at league42.org/about

About – League 42 About Introducing Baseball to the Youth of Wichita League 42, named in honor of the great Jackie Robinson, the first African-American in Major League Baseball, is a youth baseball league comprised primarily of urban children ages 5 – 14. McAdams Park at 17th & Wabash (I-135 & 13th Street area) is ...

Later this week marks !

Please join us throughout this week in raising awareness of Kansas nonprofits—tag them in the comments and we’ll a share a link to their profile.

Let’s fill this week with gratitude for the impact nonprofits have on communities across the state!

Everyone should have agency in their own oral healthcare, so it’s important that you understand your coverage and all the jargon that comes with it.

You have dental coverage, but what does that mean? Your dental benefits cover Diagnostic & Preventive Services, Basic Services and Major Services at different coverage levels.
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Dental Insurance 101 - Understanding Your Coverage Your have dental coverage, but what does that mean? Your dental benefits cover Diagnostic & Preventive Services, Basic Services and Major Services at differe...

Our dentists are more than just providers!

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No time of year sees more good intentions than the start of the new school year! Use this time to reassess healthy routines and reestablish healthy habits like brushing twice a day and drinking some water. (It’s the small wins!)

If you or someone you know represents a nonprofit with an oral health component, we might be able to help. Learn more about our smile kit donations and apply below. 👇

P.S. If you’re looking to donate supplies yourself but don’t know what or how, your local United Way chapter is a good place to start—they can connect you with nonprofits in your area. Organizations also often publish their seasonal wish lists online so you can check exactly what they need.

Delta Dental Delta Dental of KS provides Smile Kits to Kansas-based programs and organizations.

We love good teeth (we’d be in the wrong jobs if we didn’t) but they’re not the only part of oral health. Keep your whole mouth healthy with these additions to your oral health routine:

😘 Use SPF on your lips
😁 Floss every day (but only with proper flossing tools—you’d be amazed at what some people use)
😛 Use a tongue scraper to clean your tongue (yes, really)

Gearing up for ? If oral health is in your littles' lesson plan this year, consider applying for some smile kits for your classroom.

Smile kits include includes a toothbrush, toothpaste and floss in a reusable plastic pouch and are perfect for complementing oral health curriculum.

Complete a short application form on our website to apply: deltadentalks.com/community/smile-kits

Delta Dental Delta Dental of KS provides Smile Kits to Kansas-based programs and organizations.

Who doesn’t love grilling season? The sizzle of the grill, the smell of the charcoal, the faint cry of a toddler who has been given an ice cream only to immediately drop it.

Just follow these guidelines to this summer ☀️

Kansas residents, have you used the app yet? There’s still time to enjoy the best of Kansas family activities for free!

We may be biased but we think the "Health Inside Out" exhibit at Wichita’s Exploration Place is worth a visit 😉

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Sunflower Summer – Kansas Tourism School’s Out For sunflower summer! A program from Kansas Tourism that offers Kansas families free admission to attractions across the state, throughout the summer. May 25 – August 11, 2024 Download for Apple Download for Android Sedgwick County Zoo Museum at Prairiefire Wilson State Park Little...

What’s your nightmare of choice? “Teeth falling out” recently reclaimed the top spot among the most Googled dreams (+snakes, spiders, pregnancy, and tornadoes).

For the record, Kansans are more likely to dream about snakes than their teeth falling out, so we must be doing something right!

Sources: Google Keyword Planner | Google Trends

Dental coverage confusing much? Our is the perfect place to help your clients and employees understand their benefits.



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Delta Dental Learn about oral health, your Delta Dental benefits, member tools and more with Delta Dental's Knowledge Center.

Thank you, Kansas Food Bank for spreading the word about . We’re delighted to support you as you support your community!

This year’s is brought to you by…your blender! Antioxidant and vitamin-packed, full of fiber and calcium, tooth-kind, and… purple! Happy Days 💜

It’s (the clue is in the title) and we’re celebrating with these French fry alternatives. We love beets because they can help strengthen teeth and fight tooth decay plus, let’s be honest, there’s something magical about bright pink food!