This week we are reminded of the importance
of Oral Cancer Awareness Month, talk about dental insurance under the
Affordable Care Act, and see a kid who is lucky enough to have the Batman logo
in his mouth. Join the conversation on Twitter using #FridayDentalDL.
The Affordable Care Act declared pediatric
dental insurance an essential health benefit, stating that all children under
the age of 18 must be covered to combat the increasein tooth decay in American
children. However, adult dental insurance was left out of the law even though
more than half of US adults suffer from periodontal disease. To learn more
about how to get dental coverage in your state, visit dentaquest.com.
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month and this article
reminds both dental professionals and patients that it’s vital to be screened
for oral cancers at your biannual dental checkup. It is estimated that 42,000
Americans will be diagnosed with oral cancer this year alone. Know the symptoms of oral cancer and if you notice
anything out of the ordinary in your teeth, gums, tongue or throat, schedule an
appointment with your dentist immediately.
A new study found that children born towomen with low levels of
vitamin D during pregnancy are more likely to develop cavities than those born
to women with adequate levels of vitamin D. The flesh of fatty fish and fish
liver oils are among the best sources of vitamin D. For more information on
oral health during pregnancy, check out our Oral Health Library.
We cracked up at this tweet by a man whose friend
texted him a photo of his son whose front gap resembles the batman logo. Take a
look and decide for yourself!