Should you get tested for diabetes at the dentist’s office? Periodontitis, a chronic gum infection characterized by swollen, tender or receding gums, can be an early warning sign of Type 2 diabetes, and dental offices could be an ideal place to screen for it.
Oral Health Watch
17 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
18 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
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