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Forty-six dentists and dental hygienists will receive loan repayments and scholarships from Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana. Nearly 900 oral health practitioners are needed across 584 dental health professional shortage areas in Michigan, Ohio and Indiana, according to recent Health Resources and Services Administration data.

Okemos, Michigan—In advance of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Oct. 24, the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office and Delta Dental are partnering to take back unused prescription medication from the community 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29.

Okemos, Michigan—Delta Dental recognizes kids need more than backpacks and school supplies for a successful school year. Enter Smile Detroit, a program aimed at improving oral health to increase school attendance and student success in Detroit and could be replicated in other cities.

Chicago, Illinois—The Tooth Fairy is winning the bedtime battle—one lost tooth at a time. In celebration of National Tooth Fairy Day Aug. 22, Delta Dental released additional findings from its 2026 Original Tooth Fairy Poll®, revealing growing anticipation and curiosity among children as they await a visit from the Tooth Fairy.

Delta Dental is providing 20,000 free mouthguards to middle and high school sports programs in Michigan, Ohio and Indiana through our Winning Smiles Mouthguard Program, which promotes oral health and safety for young athletes. Applications open July 7.

Chicago, Illinois—Delta Dental has released its 2026 State of America’s Oral Health and Wellness Report, a nationwide analysis of consumer opinions and behaviors related to oral health.