Oral Health in Washington
By third grade nearly 6 out of 10 children in Washington State suffer from tooth decay. While less statewide data currently exists for seniors, less than one-quarter of Medicaid-insured adults over the age of 55 received dental care in 2015. Both of these statistics point to the urgent need for advocates and policymakers in Washington to work together to promote prevention and improve oral health.
2015 Report: Washington State Apple Health Dental Program Facts and Figures FY 2008 – FY 2014. The report provides a comprehensive look at six-year trends in dental utilization, services received, and costs for Apple Health-insured children and adults in Washington State.
Oral Health Watch
7 hours ago
Is it important for both parents and kids to have access to preventive oral health care? 💯 Parents who model good oral health habits make it more likely for children to adopt these practices from a young age. This proactive approach can help prevent future dental problems, missed school days due... to pain, and potential long-term health issues. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
12 hours ago
Is it important for both parents and kids to have access to preventive oral health care? 💯 Parents who model good oral health habits make it more likely for children to adopt these practices from a young age. This proactive approach can help prevent future dental problems, missed school days due... to pain, and potential long-term health issues. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
4 days ago
Oral Health Watch
4 days ago
Oral Health Watch
5 days ago
Medicaid cuts won't only affect lower-income patients. Health experts say many privately-insured patients will experience reduced services, higher healthcare spending as costs shift onto the remaining private insurance system, and reduced access to care as hospitals and clinics face cuts and ...closure due to financial instability from decreased revenue and an uptick in uncompensated care. #MedicaidMatters #SaveMedicaid #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
5 days ago
Medicaid cuts won't only affect lower-income patients. Health experts say many privately-insured patients will experience reduced services, higher healthcare spending as costs shift onto the remaining private insurance system, and reduced access to care as hospitals and clinics face cuts and ...closure due to financial instability from decreased revenue and an uptick in uncompensated care. #MedicaidMatters #SaveMedicaid #teethmatter