More Good News from Olympia: Senate Budget Proposal Preserves Dental Care For Vulnerable Populations
With the release of the Senate budget Tuesday, both Houses of the state Legislature are proposing to continue funding dental coverage for low-income pregnant women, seniors in nursing homes and people with developmental disabilities. This coverage was eliminated in Gov. Gregoire’s proposed supplemental budget. Decisions by legislators to preserve dental coverage reflect increased recognition that…
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#teethmatter
#DentalCare is so expensive without insurance that it is the number one medical service that people in America skip due to the cost. Now is the time to add #DentalCoverage to #Medicare. #OralHealth #MouthsinMedicare
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Absolutely, @Arcorafound. A good oral hygiene routine (which includes regular brushing w/fluoride toothpaste) paired w/ routine dental visits and access to fluoridated drinking water can lead to both improved oral health and lower dental care costs. #teethmatter
DYK that daily brushing and flossing can save you some serious $$$?! Even if you’re diligent about seeing your dentist, these habits are key to preventing cavities and gum disease. #NationalBrushDay #PowerYourSmile
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Parents and caregivers are a child's first teacher. When kids see the adults in their lives value good oral health, they are more likely to model good oral health hygiene habits throughout childhood and into adulthood. #teethmatter
#DYK your children are more likely to make brushing a habit when they see you model the behavior? Make this #NationalBrushDay count by brushing with your kids! Show us your pearly whites & tag #BrushTogetherOnNBD on November 1! @brush2min2x
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Sugary drinks are a nice occasional treat. Choose water (an added health benefit if its fluoridated water) to stay hydrated, satisfy thirst and wash down food during meals. #teethmatter
What's the sweetest drink for your smile? Tap water! 🚰 Learn how balancing the right amount of fluoride in tap water benefits everyone, regardless of age or socioeconomic status ➡ https://bit.ly/3bARgdB. #ValueWater
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And #DYK that cavities are preventable? Practicing a good oral hygiene routine coupled with regular dental visits, drinking fluoridated water, dental sealants and fluoride varnishes can help kids grow up cavity-free. #teethmatter
#DYK: Cavities in baby teeth often lead to cavities in adult teeth? Ask your dentist these three questions to set your little one’s teeth up for success 🦷
https://www.themightymouth.org/3-questions-to-ask-a-dentist-or-pediatrician-about-your-babys-oral-health
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Everyone deserves to enjoy the benefits of good oral health. Thank you #SmileMobile - and @Arcorafound, @DeltaDentalWA, @seattlechildren and caring providers who make the SmileMobile possible - for providing dental care access in rural and underserved communities. #teethmatter
Thumbs up for our #SmileMobile clinic in Spokane! 🙌 Thank you to the incredible Marshallese community health workers who helped patients feel comfortable and secure during their visits. #access #removingbarriers
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