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4/10/2017 |
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When Families Lack Insurance, Kids' Dental Woes Rise |
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When Families Lack Insurance, Kids' Dental Woes Rise
by Robert Preidt
American children without dental insurance are far less likely to receive necessary care for their teeth than kids with coverage, a new survey finds.
Toothaches and other dental problems that interfere with eating, sleeping or school performance are twice as common for kids without dental coverage, researchers found.
The findings were released as Republican lawmakers discuss major changes to Medicaid and other programs that provide dental insurance to many families and children.
"This survey speaks loud and clear -- coverage counts," said Meg Booth, executive director for the Children's Dental Health Project. The Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit conducted the survey.
Read full article on USNews.
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