Children in low-income households are more likely to face the greatest barriers to accessing care and experience the painful effects of untreated tooth decay. But thanks in large part to the Access to Baby and Child Dentistry (ABCD) program, that’s not necessarily the case anymore for more than half of the children with Apple Health coverage, our state’s Medicaid program.
Oral Health Watch
6 hours 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
8 hours 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
3 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
4 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
4 days ago
#DYK access to preventive oral health care is essential even for baby teeth? Primary teeth enable chewing, clear speech, proper nutrition and serve as placeholders for developing permanent teeth. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
5 days ago
#DYK access to preventive oral health care is essential even for baby teeth? Primary teeth enable chewing, clear speech, proper nutrition and serve as placeholders for developing permanent teeth. #teethmatter