Jill Hamilton

Ms. Hamilton is the director of corporate communications for Delta Dental of Iowa. She joined Delta Dental in October 2007 and is responsible for oversight of the company’s public relations and communications programs. Ms. Hamilton graduated from the University of South Dakota and received a bachelor of science degree in business administration with an emphasis in marketing. Prior to joining Delta Dental, Ms. Hamilton previously held leadership positions in communications and marketing for an Internet company in New York and the Iowa Hospital Association. Ms. Hamilton is a member of the Free Clinics of Iowa Board.

Blog/Article posts by this Author:

• Open Enrollment is a Time to Take Stock of Your Overall Health

  We’ve survived Thanksgiving and Black Friday, and our thoughts quickly turn to the next big event. No, not the holidays, but open enrollment for insurance.

• Use it or Lose it: Flexible Spending Accounts

  Use it or lose it is the name of the game when it comes to your FSA. Everything you need to know before the end of the year approaches:

• Does Your Smile Give Away Your Age? It Doesn’t Have To.

  Regardless of how old we are – or like to think that we are – practicing good health habits can maximize our quality of life and that includes oral health.

• Why We Love Working at Delta Dental of Iowa

  You have to love where you work -- you'll spend a third of your life in the workplace. Fortunately, Delta Dental of Iowa is a wonderful place to spend it.

• Make a Mouthguard Part of Your Uniform

  The fun of sports can be very quickly dashed by injury, and dental injuries are not uncommon. Learn to protect that smile here.

• 3 Drinks that are Sneaky Sources of Sugar

  Candy is often considered a “treat” when juice is considered a “normal” part of a packed lunch or after-school snack. Labels that read, “All-Natural” and “100% juice” aren’t as healthy as they appear. Sneaky sugar sources—like the ones listed below—are why we encourage you to rethink your drink. Sports Drinks Because of their electrolytes, sports

• Helping Kids Develop Healthy Dental Habits

  The best way to ensure a healthy dental future is a solid foundation of good habits. Learn more here.

• Are Dental Expenses Tax-Deductible? Maybe.

  Tax season is not known to bring many smiles. In fact, if you Google “Tax Season” and view the image results, you’ll be flooded with pictures of countdown calendars, red ink, messy stacks of file forms, and snarky cartoons with panicked looks. Despite the grim appearance, don't dread tax season – we’re here to help!

• Here’s Why Kids Benefit From Drinking Tap Water

  Get educated on how tap water may just be a better choice of drink than you would think.

• 3 Ways to Make Your Waiting Room Fun for Kids + FREE PRINTABLES!

  Make waiting fun for patients. Try these three printable activities: Coloring Pages Coloring is fun for adults and kids!

• 12 Key Areas of Healthy Change

  Welcome to the New Year! After the first few weeks, many of us may still be considering 2017 resolutions. Here are twelve ideas to help you be healthier in 2018!

• Proper Pacifier Use: The Do’s and Don’ts

  Pacifiers have plenty of appeal to babies, satisfying their need for comfort. Past age one, it's time to consider some do's and don'ts for them.

• Hormones, Periods, and Your Dental Health

  The menstrual cycle is chock-full of pain and annoyance to begin with, but it can have implications on your dental health too. Be wary of these risks.

• Must-Have Dental Plan Features For Your Growing Family

  We're not surprised that Iowa is consistently ranked as one of the best places to raise a family. But are your dental benefits keeping pace with growing families?

• To Floss or Not to Floss …

  Don't throw out your dental floss just yet, anti-flossers. The published evidence shows just how effective it is for preventing gum disease.

• Poor Oral Health Can Mean No Olympic Medals

  The life of an elite athlete means to win it all, you have to have it all: the talent, dedication, coaching, nutrition -- and great oral health! Here's why!

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