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Teeth Matter
The Children's Dental Health Project's blog
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March 18, 2019
Four steps to improve children’s oral health care in Medicaid and CHIP
Some kids need more health services than others to thrive. Use these tips to ensure your state's Medicaid program is set up to meet every child’s dental needs.
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March 15, 2019 | By: Deborah Vishnevsky
President’s 2020 budget would push good oral health out of reach for many
The White House budget request signals the administration's plan to continue seeking policies that may put families’ oral health and stability at risk.
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March 13, 2019 | By: Meg Booth
New brief helps states improve dental care for kids in Medicaid/CHIP
State Medicaid agencies have a new opportunity to boost equity in children’s oral health care. CDHP’s brief explains how you can help make progress.
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March 11, 2019 | By: Deborah Vishnevsky
New research highlights benefits of topical treatment to stop tooth decay
Silver diamine fluoride is a non-invasive treatment for dental disease that could save time, money, and stress for state agencies and families.
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February 14, 2019 | By: Colin Reusch
Urging a holistic approach to oral health
CDHP gave input for the next U.S. Surgeon General's Report on Oral Health with recommendations including strategies to support whole family oral health.
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February 13, 2019 | By: Deborah Vishnevsky
Proposed Managed Care rule threatens struggling families’ access to care
A federal proposal to change rules around Medicaid managed care arrangements would create more obstacles for families who count on the program.