OUR MISSION

We’re putting a new spotlight on oral health

The Delta Dental Institute is dedicated to advancing oral health for all Americans in partnership with Delta Dental companies and dedicated organizations across the country. With expertise rooted in Delta Dental's rich history of oral health leadership, we support oral health research, community outreach, and advocacy, striving to ensure that everyone understands the importance of oral health to overall health and has access to the care they need.

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Research

Partners with leading oral health experts, academic institutions, health care groups, and other organizations to explore important oral health topics and produce data-driven insights in pursuit of actionable solutions for improved oral and overall health.

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Community Impact

Supports the oral and overall health of the communities we serve by engaging and investing in programs that expand access to care, advance health equity, build resilient communities, and innovate for a healthier tomorrow.

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Advocacy

Serves as a key voice in Washington, D.C., and across the country, promoting the importance of oral health to overall health by educating and engaging with policymakers and other key stakeholders to push for policy solutions to advance affordable access to oral care.

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Our mission: your health

In 2024, Delta Dental invested more than $119 million to support programs in all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico, impacting over 15 million lives. As the nation’s largest oral health philanthropist, Delta Dental focused on closing care gaps for older adults, veterans, and rural communities, while advancing oral health education for children. Over the past 15 years, Delta Dental has contributed more than $2.3 billion to improve oral and overall health nationwide.

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Now accepting applications

This industry-leading fund invests up to $1 million annually in comprehensive solutions, innovative pilots, and scalable models that inspire school-aged children from a variety of backgrounds and experiences to pursue careers in oral health. 

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