A bipartisan bill that could make dental care more affordable to pregnant women and people with diabetes passed the Senate with 49-0 vote Wednesday. If SB 5540 makes it through the House and becomes law, it will create a 3-year pilot program that increases the reimbursement rate for pregnant women and diabetics getting preventative dental health care.
Oral Health Watch
23 hours ago
1 in 4 (26%) of Medicaid-insured adults report difficulty finding a dentist who accepts their coverage. Fortunately for Washington residents, there's DentistLink - a free referral service that connects people with dental care whether they have Medicaid insurance, are uninsured, or have private... coverage. Call or text 844-888-5465 to connect with a referral specialist. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
1 days ago
1 in 4 (26%) of Medicaid-insured adults report difficulty finding a dentist who accepts their coverage. Fortunately for Washington residents, there's DentistLink - a free referral service that connects people with dental care whether they have Medicaid insurance, are uninsured, or have private... coverage. Call or text 844-888-5465 to connect with a referral specialist. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
2 days ago
It's not always easy getting kids to brush and floss their teeth as consistently as they should. Thankfully, community water fluoridation strengthens tooth enamel to help protect teeth against cavity-causing germs. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
2 days ago
It's not always easy getting kids to brush and floss their teeth as consistently as they should. Thankfully, community water fluoridation strengthens tooth enamel to help protect teeth against cavity-causing germs. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
5 days ago
Is community water fluoridation necessary even if you use fluoride toothpaste? 💯 Water fluoridation and fluoride toothpaste work together to protect teeth against cavities. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
5 days ago
Is community water fluoridation necessary even if you use fluoride toothpaste? 💯 Water fluoridation and fluoride toothpaste work together to protect teeth against cavities. #teethmatter