Baby teeth need care, too.

Take your child to the dentist by age 1.

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that a child should go to the dentist within six months of getting the first tooth – and no later than the first birthday. An early visit to the dentist can set the foundation for a lifetime of great oral health.

To learn more, click here for great information on starting your child's oral health the right way.

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About Delta Dental

Since 1954, Delta Dental has been working to improve oral health and hygiene by emphasizing preventive care, because we believe that everyone deserves to enjoy a healthy smile.

Delta Dental Plans Association is a not-for-profit organization with some for-profit affiliates as member companies. Through our 39 independent member companies, we offer national dental coverage – administering programs and reporting systems that provide groups and individuals with quality, cost-effective dental benefits and superior customer service.

As America's largest and most trusted dental benefits carrier, we cover more Americans than any other dental benefits provider – and strive daily to make dental coverage more accessible and affordable to a wide variety of employers, groups and individuals.

To learn more about Delta Dental, visit our homepage at deltadental.com.