On Have a Heart for Kids Day (Thursday, Feb. 9) advocates, parents and kids will march to Washington’s state capitol and tell legislators to invest in families and children – their dental care, health and education – as they craft a balanced budget for the next two years. It is a critical time for this…
The Wall Street Journal sheds new light on the connection between oral health and overall health in a new story about how signs in your mouth can indicate broader health problems. “Some of the earliest signs of diabetes, cancer, pregnancy, immune disorders, hormone imbalances and drug issues show up in the gums, teeth and tongue…
In Washington, 4 out of 10 kids enter Kindergarten with tooth decay. Children can’t learn if they are in pain from dental disease. It’s the most common chronic childhood disease and can lead to other serious health problems. The good news is dental disease is preventable. There are programs that help children start on the…
Oral Health Watch
19 hours ago
Ensuring access to affordable health care benefits everyone in Washington state, improving public health, supporting working families, and reducing overall healthcare costs by keeping individuals healthier and reducing reliance on emergency services. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
1 days ago
Ensuring access to affordable health care benefits everyone in Washington state, improving public health, supporting working families, and reducing overall healthcare costs by keeping individuals healthier and reducing reliance on emergency services. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
4 days ago
Dental care access is critical to maintaining a healthy diet. Oral pain and missing teeth can significantly affect your ability to enjoy foods, limiting dietary choices and making it difficult to eating. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
4 days ago
Dental care access is critical to maintaining a healthy diet. Oral pain and missing teeth can significantly affect your ability to enjoy foods, limiting dietary choices and making it difficult to eating. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
5 days ago
Fluoridated water helps everyone - including older adults! As we age, gum recession and dry mouth can expose tooth roots, but drinking water with the right balance of fluoride helps keep smiles strong healthy and cavity-free. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
5 days ago
#DYK fluoridated water helps protect against cavities at every age - especially for older adults with gum recession or dry mouth. A simple sip can help keep smiles strong! #teethmatter