Oral Health in Washington

Healthy communities begin with access to preventive care - including oral health care. Regular checkups, screenings, and preventive measures like community water fluoridation help prevent disease and keep people healthy at every stage of life. #teethmatter

Access to preventive oral health care is fiscally responsible public policy. Regular care helps prevent small problems from becoming painful, complex, and costly. Investing in prevention lowers long-term costs while supporting healthier people, stronger communities and a more productive workforce. ...#teethmatter

Summer is busy and getting kids to brush and floss regularly isn’t always easy.
Thankfully, fluoridated water provides added protection against cavities, helping keep those busy smiles healthy and happy all summer long. ☀️🪥🚰😁 #teethmatter

Community health centers succeed through collaboration with public, non-profit and industry partners. From hospitals to schools, businesses to government leaders, food banks to public housing, these partnerships drive innovation and advance health. #NHCW26 #teethmatter

Community health centers are committed to providing quality, accessible care and understanding the unique needs of their patients, serving patients of all race and ethnicities, in rural, urban, suburban, island and frontier communities. This includes maternal and child health, adults, older adults,... veterans, agricultural workers, and those experiencing homelessness, to name a few. #NHCW26 #teethmatter

Americans are increasingly turning to community health centers for affordable, culturally responsive medical, dental and behavioral health care. These trusted providers help prevent disease, reduce health disparities and ensure more people can access the care they need.
#NHCW26 #teethmatter

Community health centers offer critical primary health care services at more than 17,000 delivery sites. These nonprofit centers provide essential care to tens of millions of Americans, particularly in medically underserved urban and rural areas. #NHCW26 #teethmatter

It’s National Health Center Week! Community health centers help build healthier, more equitable communities by providing disease prevention, affordable health services and culturally competent care—regardless of a person’s income, background or ZIP code. Thank you to the dedicated health ...professionals who make this essential care possible every day! #NHCW26

Small swaps can make a big difference! Replacing sugary beverages with refreshing water (added bonus if it's fluoridated) supports overall health and your smile. Consider:
🧊 Adding ice
🍓 Infusing with fresh fruit
🍋 Tossing in citrus slices
🌿 Including herbs like ...mint
🚰 Carrying a reusable water bottle wherever you go
#DrinkMoreWater #teethmatter