Final state budget preserves dental care for vulnerable populations
After a marathon of negotiations a supplemental budget was approved by the state legislature on Wednesday. The good news is that the budget protects dental coverage for low-income pregnant women, seniors in nursing homes and people with developmental disabilities. This decision by the legislature to support funding for dental coverage reflects in part an increased…
Oral Health Watch
5 hours ago
#DYK in addition to helping Washington residents connect with dental care in their community, DentistLink can help you access additional resources like transportation, childcare and interpretation services? #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
22 hours ago
Drinking fluoridated tap water instead of bottled water is a more affordable and more environmentally friendly way to stay hydrated and quench thirst. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
1 days ago
Drinking fluoridated tap water instead of bottled water is a more affordable and more environmentally friendly way to stay hydrated and quench thirst. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
2 days ago
Remain hydrated during those hot, summer days with water instead of sweetened sodas, fruity punches, and sports and energy drinks. Check out these tips to help encourage family and loved ones to opt for sugar free (and ideally fluoridated) water to beat the heat. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
2 days ago
Remain hydrated during those hot, summer days with water instead of sweetened sodas, fruity punches, and sports and energy drinks. Check out these tips to help encourage family and loved ones to opt for sugar free (and ideally fluoridated) water to beat the heat. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
3 days ago
Cavities don't have to be a part of growing up. With water fluoridation, brushing with fluoride toothpaste, avoiding sweets, and access to oral health care, kids - and adults - can live cavity-free. #teethmatter