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Oral health
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Passage of Dental Health Act a rare act of bipartisanship
The Action for Dental Health Act of 2018 has been described as a modest piece of legislation. But supporters have…
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New research highlights gulf between primary care, dental care
A pediatrician sees a child with untreated tooth decay, but doubts a dentist will be available in the child’s community.…
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Event provides perspectives on California’s health policy landscape
Health Affairs held an October event in Sacramento on California’s health policy landscape (also available as a podcast). Here are…
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Refugees face special challenges in maintaining oral health
Among the many needs of refugees newly-arrived in the United States, dental care can be a particularly difficult and pressing…
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Report: Pregnant women have harder time obtaining dental care, regardless of income
There is a shortage of state and national data on the subject, but studies suggest that women face unique barriers…
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New report lays out challenges in expanding practice of dental hygienists
An estimated 61 percent of low-income children — roughly 6.5 million kids — lack dental sealants that could help protect…
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Military retiree dental program changes name and administrator
Participants in a dental benefit plan for U.S. military retirees will need to take action soon to hold onto coverage.…
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Connecticut cracks down on dentist for overtreating toddler
Following a two-year investigation by state health officials, the Connecticut State Dental Commission has voted to discipline a dentist for…
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Inspector’s report suggests potential for vape shop quality control issues
A recent report on the results of a series of unannounced “vape shop” visits by federal inspectors raises questions about…
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Reporter shares insights on covering cuts to Medicaid dental coverage
In a recent story for the Lexington Herald-Leader, reporter Will Wright offered a look at the human toll of Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin’s July…