The support for restoring dental care for low-income adults in Washington continues to build. More than 450,000 people lost dental coverage due to state budget cuts in 2011.
Recent columns in newspapers across the state specify numerous reasons why funding dental care is a smart investment for the state. Preventing dental disease saves money, improves health and keeps people away from expensive ER and hospital care. It is difficult for people to get a job if they are in pain or have obvious dental problems.
Read the columns and then send a message to legislators.
Restoring dental care is a wise decision and the right thing to do.
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Editorial in the Everett Herald, Mar. 28
Op-ed in the Yakima Herald Republic, Mar. 31
“Dental care funds benefit state patients and taxpayers”
Op-ed in the Vancouver Columbian, Mar. 31
“State can restore dental care for low-income”
Op-ed in the Bellingham Herald, April 1
“Restoring state adult dental care would save money, improve care”
Oral Health Watch
16 hours ago
It can be challenging accessing preventive and restorative dental care even if you have Apple Health coverage - Washington state's Medicaid program. Fortunately, there's DentistLink, a free referral service that also offers translation, transportation, childcare and other services to help... Washington residents get the oral healthcare they need. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
19 hours ago
It can be challenging accessing preventive and restorative dental care even if you have Apple Health coverage - Washington state's Medicaid program. Fortunately, there's DentistLink, a free referral service that also offers translation, transportation, childcare and other services to help... Washington residents get the oral healthcare they need. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
19 hours ago
It can be challenging accessing preventive and restorative dental care even if you have Apple Health coverage - Washington state's Medicaid program. Fortunately, there's DentistLink, a free referral service that also offers translation, transportation, childcare and other services to help... Washington residents get the oral healthcare they need. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
2 days ago
Reasons to choose water over sweetened drinks:
💧Refreshing and keeps you hydrated
💧No added sugar
💧Reduced risk of cavities
💧Fluoridated drinking water protects and strengthen teeth, reducing cavities by 25%
#teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
2 days ago
Reasons to choose water over sweetened drinks:
💧Refreshing and keeps you hydrated
💧No added sugar
💧Reduced risk of cavities
💧Fluoridated drinking water protects and strengthen teeth, reducing cavities by 25%
#teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
3 days ago
Access to preventive and restorative dental care is a matter of equity, helping people meet their fundamental physiological, safety, and psychological needs while contributing to one's overall well-being and quality of life. #teethmatter