Many of you know about the WIC program. It’s officially called “The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children.” Since 1974 WIC has provided nutrition and breastfeeding education and support; health screening; referrals to other health, welfare and social agencies; and vouchers to buy healthy foods for low-income pregnant, nutritionally at-risk women.
[Read more…] about Baby Dental DaysNational Children’s Dental Health Month
Each February, the American Dental Association (ADA) sponsors the month-long National Children’s Dental Health Month (NCDHM). The purpose of NCDHM is to raise awareness among children, their caregivers, teachers, and others about the importance of good oral health. The ADA believes that instilling “good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps children to get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums.” The ADA has multiple resources to help dental professionals, health care providers and educators nationwide promote the benefits of oral health. For more information, go to: http://www.ada.org/en/public-programs/national-childrens-dental-health-month/
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Not a Lot to Smile About
Although pediatric dental services (for children up to age 19) are covered under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), dental services for adults are not covered. What does this mean? It means that all health plans must provide services like exams, cleanings, sealants, and some types of restoration to all children, and oral health risk assessments for children up to age 10.
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