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Designed to Smile Free Oral Health Program in Wales



Designed to Smile is an oral health program which takes place in disadvantaged communities all throughout Wales. These programs help reducing all the health inequalities in the system. Children living in remoter areas of the country do not have the same access or the same opportunities to proper oral health care, as children from the urban areas.

Early Childhood Caries: Oral Healthcare for Babies



Although it may sound unbelievable, even babies are exposed to dental caries, and each year there are thousands of such medical cases reported. Left untreated, the early childhood caries can cause several health complications. As a parent, it is extremely important to work out for your child a proper daily dental care regimen, which will be respected.

Oral Healthcare During Pregnancy



During pregnancy, it is extremely important to maintain a good oral healthcare. Your teeth and gums must be in a very healthy condition, so that your problems will not affect the developing baby. The bacteria are extremely dangerous for the fetus, and if you are struggling with an oral bacterial infection, that infection can travel through the bloodstream and cause other complication in major organs of your body.

Bacteria Causing Dental Cavities Reside in Baby Saliva



According to Professor Kelly Swanson of the University of Illinois, approximately 40% of the children struggle with dental cavities, before reaching kindergarten. Then, children who come from a family with an extremely low socioeconomic status, or from a family where the mother has a low education level, are actually 32 times more exposed to carry the disease.

Dentistry Discounts: Dental Work Rates Slashed by 60%

An online company with headquarters in Santa Monica promises huge discounts for dental work. On their online webpage you can find discounted rates of even up to 60% on different oral healthcare services.

Electric Toothbrush – Best Weapon Against Plaque Formation



The electronic toothbrush is extremely easy to use, and it helps fighting plaque formation, but it also cleanses the teeth much more thoroughly than the traditional brush.

US State Becomes National Leader in Providing Oral Healthcare for Kids

According to a recent report issued by the Pew Center on the “States Children Dental Campaign”, Massachusetts is ranking on the number one spot for the nation which offers the best affordable dental care to children. The state has received an A for the proper management of its public Medicaid program.

April is National Oral Health Month in Canada

The CDA (Canadian Dental Association) attracts the attention of the entire nation to the importance of healthy teeth, gums and overall oral health, by naming April the national oral health month. People with a poor oral health are prone to develop other complications as well. In order to prevent these, a regular dental health care regimen is very important.

Seniors Assisted Living and Oral Health Care

One very important thing to keep in mind when putting the elders in a long term care facility is the oral health. Most of the people who send their parents in such facilities forget to think about the importance of proper dental care for their elderly parents.

Study Shows One Third of New Zealanders Need More Affordable Dental Treatment

According to a new dental survey, which examined the dental habits of almost 5000 New Zealander’s, an alarming 35% had untreated dental decay, 33% had untreated gum disease and 25% had experienced pain in their mouth, jaw or face in the previous 4 weeks. Government being asked to make dental care more affordable in the country.

Free Dental Health Services In Different Countries

Demand for free dental clinics too high in the USA. “Dentistry From The Heart” Event. Free Dental Clinic difficult to meet the needs of. Time and Talents for Children. Sala Family Dentistry to Hold Free Day This Friday. Free oral health in Nepal.

New Health Reform Law Provides Millions of American Children with Access to Dental Care



The Children’s Dental Health Project (CDHP) today applauded the historic dental health care provisions that were recently enacted as part of the health care reform legislation signed into law by President Obama. The provisions contained in the legislation represent an unprecedented investment in the oral health of all Americans, especially children.

Free and Affordable Dental Care Services at Dentistry Schools’ Clinics



While dental care can be extraordinarily expensive for some people, there are really affordable options that people can turn to when in need of affordable dental care. One option available to people is getting treatment from student dental clinic at an accredited school: the treatments are often very affordable and sometimes free.

Dentists Offer Free Dental Services for Children and Adults

Salyer offering free dental work Feb. 11. Free Dental Services. Free dental care to be offered for kids in need. Free dental care to uninsured children.

New Survey Shows Americans Strongly Support Guaranteed Dental Coverage

Nearly 2 in 3 U.S. adults (63%) think that it is important that dental coverage is part of an overall health reform package, and 40 percent say it is very important, according to a new public opinion survey commissioned by Oral Health America.

Australian Dental Scheme Targets the Poor

A DENTAL scheme, funded by increased taxes and costing up to $5 billion annually, would be set up to allow every Australian for the first time to access affordable preventive and restorative treatment, including the provision of dentures.