Our most recent press releases are listed below. If you would like to request materials or photos, or you would like to schedule an interview with a member of Delta Dental of Virginia for a news article, call our media relations representative at 800.237.6060, Ext. 3601.

2021

Tooth fairy giving reaches an all-time high

Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation offers free, virtual education program in honor of Children's Oral Health Month

Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation Awards $500,000 to support access to dental care

2020

Delta Dental companies’ COVID-19 relief funding expected to reach $1.1B

New poll finds majority of Americans have experienced better oral health habits, healthier lifestyles, and financial benefits as a result of having dental insurance

Delta Dental State Open of Virginia Marks Final Year at Ballyhack with Major Donation, Tournament’s First Female Competitor

Delta Dental of Virginia Donates $3 Million to Help Dentists Safely Reopen

Delta Dental of Virginia Supports Hygienists Through #SmilesArentCanceled Initiative

Delta Dental of Virginia Prioritizes Smiles with $1M Statewide Contribution to Support Virginians Impacted by COVID-19

Delta Dental of Virginia Helps Bring Dental Care to Veterans

The value of a lost tooth is on the rise — 30 cent increase marks upward trend

Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation Awards Nearly $400,000 in Grants

2019

LIFT Receives Grant from The Roanoke Women's Foundation

Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation awards $411,500 for oral health initiatives — Chesterfield's Lucy Corr Foundation accepts $10,000 Smart Smiles® check

Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation supports area initiatives, awards $77,500 — CrossOver Healthcare Ministry accepts $5,000 Smart Smiles® check

Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation supports Tidewater initiatives, awards $61,500 — Boys & Girls Clubs of the Virginia Peninsula accepts $5,000 Smart Smiles® check

Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation supports Tidewater initiatives, awards $61,500 — Old Dominion University School of Dental Hygiene accepts $4,000 Smart Smiles® check

Tooth Fairy payouts plunge for second consecutive year

 

2018

Tooth Fairy payouts hit hard times

Delta Dental of Virginia contributes $30,000 to Regional Acceleration and Mentoring Program (RAMP) to foster innovation in region

Dental safety net programs receive big boost from Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation

 

2017

Delta Dental of Virginia announces new President and CEO, Frank Lucia

Delta Dental State Open of Virginia to remain in the Roanoke Valley through 2020

Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation awards grants to 30 Virginia organizations committed to improving oral health in 2017