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Pacific Dental Services Launches One-of-a-Kind Dental-Medical Practice in Support of Whole-Body Health

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

This healthcare collaboration is an innovative new concept that increases access to care and enables patients to be seen by medical and dental professionals who understand the critical link between oral health and whole-body health.

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  • This healthcare collaboration is an innovative new concept that increases access to care and enables patients to be seen by medical and dental professionals who understand the critical link between oral health and whole-body health.
  • The new dental-medical concept practice seeks to treat the whole person, not just specialized treatment related to teeth or medical, as is generally the case in health care.
  • "For years, dental providers have known that the oral cavity is the 'gateway' to a patient's overall health," said Dr. Garcia.
  • Patients also experience incredible benefits to being able to see their acute, primary, and dental health history all in one place.

Smile Power Week Highlights Tennessee’s Oral Health Safety Net

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, along with the Tennessee Charitable Care Network (TCCN), an association of more than 50 safety net health care clinics including 19 dental clinics, has declared June 14-18, 2021, the 6th Annual Smile Power Oral Health Week .

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  • Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, along with the Tennessee Charitable Care Network (TCCN), an association of more than 50 safety net health care clinics including 19 dental clinics, has declared June 14-18, 2021, the 6th Annual Smile Power Oral Health Week .
  • Smile Power Week highlights the transformational care these clinics provide in communities across Tennessee, from fillings and emergency tooth extractions to restorative dental care through the states safety net denture program.
  • In 2020, Tennessee's safety net dental clinics served more than 39,850 patients who may otherwise not have received care.
  • To wrap up Smile Power Week, Delta Dental of Tennessee will host a Facebook Live conversation with Dr. Wenk on Friday, June 18 at 11 AM central to discuss the safety net oral health care resources, including the denture program, that are available to Tennesseans, and the importance of preventive care.

Delta Dental Of Arkansas Foundation Launches New Oral Health Education Grant Program

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Thursday, March 4, 2021

The Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation is launching its first Community Oral Health Education Grant opportunity to teach the fundamentals of good oral hygiene: Floss, brush, and see a dentist regularly.

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  • The Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation is launching its first Community Oral Health Education Grant opportunity to teach the fundamentals of good oral hygiene: Floss, brush, and see a dentist regularly.
  • We hope that the new Community Oral Health Education Grants will support programs that teach these habits for healthy teeth that last a lifetime."
  • The Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation is committed to fulfilling Delta Dental of Arkansas's mission to improve the oral health of all Arkansans.
  • Since 2015, the Foundation has contributed an average of $1 million per year to local communities to support oral health education, prevention and treatment programs.

Western Dental Joins with San Diego County Dental Society to Provide Free Dental Care

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Tuesday, March 2, 2021

Western Dental & Orthodontics, one of the nations leaders in accessible, affordable oral healthcare and the leading orthodontics provider in the country, has partnered with the San Diego County Dental Society, the Countys Dental Health Initiative and Share the Care in support of the American Dental Associations Give Kids a Smile program, which provides free dental screenings, dental sealants and fluoride varnishes to underserved children.

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  • Western Dental & Orthodontics, one of the nations leaders in accessible, affordable oral healthcare and the leading orthodontics provider in the country, has partnered with the San Diego County Dental Society, the Countys Dental Health Initiative and Share the Care in support of the American Dental Associations Give Kids a Smile program, which provides free dental screenings, dental sealants and fluoride varnishes to underserved children.
  • The free dental services will be provided at one-day clinics at all 16 Western Dental and Western Dental Kids locations in San Diego County through March 19.
  • We know that far too many children do not have access to the care they need, said Dr. John Luther, Chief Dental Officer at Western Dental.
  • The Give Kids A Smile (GKAS) program, launched nationally in 2003, provides underserved children ages 1 through 18 with free oral health care.

DentalPlans.com Educating Americans on Oral Health’s Role in Heart Health

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021

This month, DentalPlans.com , a leading online marketplace for dental savings plans in the U.S. and part of the Henry Schein One portfolio of solutions, is encouraging Americans to assess their oral health, see a dentist, and understand the relationship between oral health and heart health.

Key Points: 
  • This month, DentalPlans.com , a leading online marketplace for dental savings plans in the U.S. and part of the Henry Schein One portfolio of solutions, is encouraging Americans to assess their oral health, see a dentist, and understand the relationship between oral health and heart health.
  • Medical research continues to show a strong connection between oral health and heart health.
  • Regular dental care may reduce the risk of heart disease, and certainly improves overall health .
  • The bottom line is that there is a connection between good oral health, and good overall health, so maintaining a healthy smile is key.

PDA Reminds Parents About The Importance Of Children's Oral Health

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Tuesday, February 2, 2021

HARRISBURG, Pa., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- February once again brings National Children's Dental Health Month (NCDHM), an oral health campaign that helps educate children about the importance of maintaining good oral health and developing healthy habits that will carry into adulthood.

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  • HARRISBURG, Pa., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- February once again brings National Children's Dental Health Month (NCDHM), an oral health campaign that helps educate children about the importance of maintaining good oral health and developing healthy habits that will carry into adulthood.
  • "Oral health is a window to our overall health.
  • Your child could have oral health problems you don't know about like cavities or gum disease.
  • Learning about oral health can be informative and fun at the same time for kids of all ages.

Protecting Children’s Oral Health Care – The Importance of Increasing Access

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Monday, October 12, 2020

The paper, titled Protecting Childrens Oral Health Care is a comprehensive look at how a childs oral health can have a lifelong impact on their overall well-being and how access to preventative care can save state budgets allocated to Medicaid over time.

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  • The paper, titled Protecting Childrens Oral Health Care is a comprehensive look at how a childs oral health can have a lifelong impact on their overall well-being and how access to preventative care can save state budgets allocated to Medicaid over time.
  • Clear value-based incentive structures for providers to deliver preventive care, including oral examinations, dental cleanings, sealants, and fluoride varnish.
  • Increased educational programs for caregivers that reinforce the value of oral hygiene, diet, and regularly scheduled preventive oral health care.
  • Heros supported offices have helped more than one million children gain access to the care they need.

Low-Income Students May Lose Dental Care Due To COVID-19 Related School Closings

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Tuesday, September 15, 2020

Many school districts across the country have had to postpone school-based oral health (SBOH) programs, and others are considering the same.

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  • Many school districts across the country have had to postpone school-based oral health (SBOH) programs, and others are considering the same.
  • SBOH has become a crucial way to connect low-income students and families with dental care, providing services such as screenings, sealant application, fluoride treatment, cleanings and diagnostics.
  • For others, it is their only source of dental care and only access point for health care in general.
  • The ability for children to access oral health care at school or during an after-school program is a game-changer for families, especially those with more limited resources.

ADEA Supports Prioritization of COVID-19 Vaccine for Dental Community

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Wednesday, September 9, 2020

The American Dental Education Association (ADEA) is calling for members of the dental health care team, including dental and dental allied students providing patient care, to be among those health care workers to first receive any vaccine developed for COVID-19.

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  • The American Dental Education Association (ADEA) is calling for members of the dental health care team, including dental and dental allied students providing patient care, to be among those health care workers to first receive any vaccine developed for COVID-19.
  • Additionally, ADEA supports the Committees recognition and inclusion of other members of the dental health care team, such as dental assistants, dental therapists and dental laboratory technicians.
  • Additionally, Dr. West highlighted the fact that dental school clinics deliver dental care to the economically disadvantaged.
  • ADEA is The Voice of Dental Education, and its mission is to lead and support the health professions community in preparing future-ready oral health professionals.

ADSO Statement on Patient Safety in Essential Dental Care

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Thursday, August 13, 2020

Dental clinics must remain open for both routine and emergent care throughout this pandemic.

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  • Dental clinics must remain open for both routine and emergent care throughout this pandemic.
  • "After an unjustifiable period when dental clinics were closed for months, it is important that practices remain open to provide essential oral health care."
  • The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has acknowledged that dental care is an essential part of a patient's overall health.
  • The ADSO will continue working with its members and the dental industry to ensure that dental clinics can remain open to provide the essential care needed to ensure overall health and wellbeing.