Resources for dental care
Oral Health Watch does not provide dental care and cannot provide direct referrals.
To get connected to a dental provider that accepts Apple Health (Medicaid) visit DentistLink.org.
The Access to Baby and Child Dentistry program (ABCD) provides to dental care for Medicaid-eligible children from birth to six years. Thirty-seven counties throughout Washington offer ABCD programs. To find out if your community has an ABCD program, visit the ABCD website or call Within Reach at (800) 322-2588 or visit www.parenthelp123.org. Within Reach can also provide information about free or low-cost health insurance, nutrition, dental resources and health services for families.
The Geriatric Dental Group provides dental care for patients 55 and over and patients of any age requiring wheelchair access.
Smilemobile a modern dental clinic on wheels brings dental services directly to children and pregnant women who may not otherwise have access to care. Call 1.888.286.9105 to see if the SmileMobile is in your community and schedule an appointment.
Additional oral health information
- Kids Oral Health: is a website for families to learn about how to protect their children’s oral heath.
- Children’s Dental Health Project: The Children’s Dental Health Project (CDHP) works to create and advance innovative policy solutions to achieve oral health for all children. In collaboration with oral health and child health advocates and policymakers, CDHP seeks solutions to prevent childhood tooth decay, because cavities are the result of a disease that is overwhelmingly preventable. Using the best best available evidence-based research, CDHP engages key players at every level to address the ongoing inequities in oral health and to implement the most cost-effective solutions.
Oral Health Watch
1 days ago
Coverage matters. So does access. DentistLink helps Washington residents connect to nearby dentists who take Apple Health coverage so people can get the care they need. #teethmatter #waleg
Oral Health Watch
2 days ago
Access to preventive oral health care like sealants, community water fluoridation, and regular dental visits keeps mouths healthy and spares families from needless pain and costly dental treatments. #teethmatter #ChildrensDentalHealthMonth
Oral Health Watch
5 days ago
Finding a dentist who accepts Apple Health dental coverage can be challenging.
Thankfully, there’s DentistLink. Their referral specialists can help you find a dental provider by:
📱Text
☎️Phone
💻Website
�Start here: DentistLink.org
#teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
6 days ago
Prevention works. Access matters. When Washington state invests in prevention, we’re not just saving money, we’re sparing children and adults from unnecessary pain and ensuring healthier smiles for life. #teethmatter #ChildrensDentalHealthMonth
Oral Health Watch
1 weeks ago
Cavities don't have to be a part of growing up . Regular dental checkups and preventive care like sealants, fluoride, and cleanings can stop cavities before they start. #teethmatter #ChildrensDentalHealthMonth
Oral Health Watch
1 weeks ago
Protecting adult dental benefits isn’t just good policy for parents. It’s an investment in healthier smiles for the whole family. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
1 weeks ago
Black history is American history. This month, we honor the achievements, resilience, and impact of Black communities and we reaffirm our commitment to building a more equitable and just future through supporting efforts that advance oral health equity. #BlackHistoryMonth
Oral Health Watch
2 weeks ago
Healthy smiles can start at the kitchen sink. Each sip of fluoridated water helps protect teeth against cavities for everyone, regardless of age, insurance coverage status, and income level. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
2 weeks ago
Apple Health covers dental care, but coverage only matters if you can actually find a dentist. That’s where DentistLink comes in. It’s a free referral service that helps Washington residents connect with a dentist nearby. #teethmatter