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“Our goal is to improve the oral health of all Virginians one smile at a time by providing much-needed funding for research, educational outreach and programs that provide access to care for the underserved.”
George A. Levicki, DDS, President, DDVAF
Leaving gifts from the Tooth Fairy is a great way to help make losing teeth less scary and enjoyable for kids. Delta Dental encourages parents to use the Tooth Fairy as an opportunity to talk about good oral health even before a child loses the first tooth. Caring for baby teeth is important, as they help children chew and speak properly and hold space for permanent teeth.”
Dr. George Koumaras, dental director, Delta Dental of Virginia
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How to Handle Tooth Trauma

Accidents happen, but quick actions can save smilesROANOKE, Va. (August 13, 2013) – As children head back to school, it is important to remember that dental emergencies can happen any time, any place. According to the 2013 Delta Dental Children’s Oral Health Survey,1 one out of 10 children ages 10 or 11 have had a tooth emergency such as a knocked-out tooth, chipped tooth or a loosened permanent tooth at home or at school. “A knocked-out permanent tooth is a true dental emergency, and there’s a good chance it can be saved if you know what to do and act quickly,” said George A. Levicki,

Oral Health Grants Available from Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation

Non-Profit Organizations Encouraged to Submit Applications Geared to Improve Oral HealthDelta Dental of Virginia Foundation is accepting grant applications from Virginia non-profit organizations seeking funding for initiatives to improve oral health in their communities. Applications are being accepted now through September 30, 2013. In December 2012, Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation awarded its inaugural oral health grants totaling more than $1.1 million to 36 organizations across the Commonwealth. “Our goal is to improve the oral health of all Virginians one smile at a time by

OCI Solar Power Completes 3-Megawatt Solar Power Facility in Holmdel, NJ

OCI Solar Power has commenced commercial operations at its new solar farm in Holmdel Township, New Jersey—its second solar power plant in New Jersey. The solar facility was developed on 34 acres on Holmdel Road in Monmouth County and is now operational, generating power from the sun using more than 13,000 solar modules on-site. The project, constructed with leading solar PV technology, is 3 megawatts (AC) in size and can power more than 2,000 homes during daylight hours. “The completion of the Holmdel solar facility is another big step toward creating a more sustainable and green

The Tooth Fairy Loosened Her Purse Strings in 2012

Fun character provides opportunity for parents to reinforce good oral health habits in kids Contact: Chris Pyle, Director of Marketing, 540-989-8000 X 3601Roanoke, Va (May 2, 2013) - Delta Dental of Virginia recently learned that kids received a record high payment for lost baby teeth in 2012. The average gift from the Tooth Fairy was $2.42 last year, up 32 cents from $2.10 in 2011, according to The Original Tooth Fairy Poll ® sponsored by Delta Dental.1 The most common amount left under the pillow was $1 (51 percent). According to the poll,

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