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Teeth Matter
The Children's Dental Health Project's blog
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May 9, 2019 | By: Deborah Vishnevsky
Children are losing coverage — the Administration and Congress need to act now
Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program are key sources of kids’ dental care. A recent stark drop in coverage risks children's oral health.
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May 8, 2019 | By: Colin Reusch
Closing gaps in oral health for pregnant women and new moms
A new bill responding to the maternal health crisis includes crucial provisions to expand access to oral health care in pregnancy and for new moms.
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May 2, 2019
Proposed changes to federal nutrition program would risk families' oral health
SNAP helps families afford nutritious food, which is important to supporting good oral health. But new rules may leave many without this assistance.
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April 30, 2019 | By: Colin Reusch
Spotlighting family-centered solutions at the National Oral Health Conference
A CDHP-led panel at this national convening examined strategies and data on how a multi-generational approach can boost oral health for kids and adults.
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April 10, 2019 | By: Meg Booth
Medicare for All should guarantee coverage for oral health
Many lawmakers are seeking universal coverage policy solutions, as with Medicare for All. They must meet the oral health needs of all children and families.
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April 8, 2019
Medicaid dental coverage for Arizona’s expectant moms: Is the third time the charm?
Advocates aiming to expand oral health benefits for the state’s low-wage pregnant women build strategic coalition and legislative partnerships to make progress.