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​Washington State Department of Health and Services
Click link above to get information regarding eligibility and to apply for Medicaid coverage for medical, dental, mental health and special health care needs.
WA Connection
Click link above to get information on the enrollment process for a newborn with medicaid. Through this website your newborn can get approved for Medicaid automatically. Earlier enrollment for a newborn will ensure continuity of coverage which can result in healthier outcomes.
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​American Dental Association
Click link above to get information, news, updates, resources and information regarding the ADHA.
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American Dental Hygienists' Association
Click link above to get information, news, updates, resources and information regarding the ADHA.
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Click link above to apply for Washington State Apple Health Program which provides free and low cost health insurance for children under the age of 19. The website is a good resource for locating a dental clinic and/or programs.
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Click link above to get information and support, as well as, find resources regarding prenatal care, baby health and parenting.
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​Click link above to find non-profit medical, dental, pharmaceutical or mental health services at little to no cost for the uninsured and underinsured. Currenty, there are about 30 free clinic that operate throughout Washington state.
Statewide Health Insurance Benefit Advisors (SHIBA)
Click link above to get information regarding your health care coverage options and right, as well as, find affordable health care coverage. Call SHIBA at 800-562-6900 to speak with an advisor to get free help regarding Medicare, Medicaid, Basic Health, Children's Health Insurance Program and Washington State Health Insurance Pool for people of all ages.
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Click link above to get information regarding dental care and oral health facts published by the Ohio Bureau of Oral Health Services.
​Tips on Good Oral Health
(http://www.mychildrensteeth.org/assets/2/7/1718.pdf)​
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What is the Right Way to Floss?
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Proper flossing removes plaque and food particles in places where a toothbrush cannot easily reach — under the gumline and between your teeth. Because plaque build-up can lead to tooth decay and gum disease, daily flossing is highly recommended.To receive maximum benefits from flossing, use the following proper technique:
* Starting with about 18 inches of floss, wind most of the floss around each middle finger, leaving an inch or two of floss to work with
* Holding the floss tautly between your thumbs and index fingers, slide it gently up-and-down between your teeth
* Gently curve the floss around the base of each tooth, making sure you go beneath the gumline
* Never snap or force the floss, this may cut or bruise delicate gum tissue
* Use clean sections of floss as you move from tooth to tooth
* To remove the floss, use the same back-and-forth motion to bring the floss up and away from the teeth
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What Type of Floss Should I Use?
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There are two types of floss from which to choose:
* Nylon (or multifilament) floss
* PTFE (monofilament) floss
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Nylon floss is available waxed and unwaxed, and in a variety of flavors. Because this type of floss is composed of many strands of nylon, it may sometimes tear or shred, especially between teeth with tight contact points. While more expensive, single filament (PTFE) floss slides easily between teeth, even those with tight spaces between teeth, and is virtually shred-resistant. When used properly, both types of floss are excellent at removing plaque and debris.
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Use about 18" of floss, leaving an inch or two to work with.
Gently follow the curves of your teeth.
Be sure to clean beneath the gumline but avoid snapping the floss on the gums.
​What is the Right Way to Brush?
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​Proper brushing takes at least two minutes — that's right, 120 seconds! Most adults do not come close to brushing that long. To get a feel for the time involved, try using a stopwatch. To properly brush your teeth, use short, gentle strokes, paying extra attention to the gumline, hard-to-reach back teeth and areas around fillings, crowns or other restoration. Concentrate on thoroughly cleaning each section as follows:
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* Clean the outer surfaces of your upper teeth, then your lower teeth
* Clean the inner surfaces of your upper teeth, then your lower teeth
* Clean the chewing surfaces
* For fresher breath, be sure to brush your tongue, too
Tilt the brush at a 45° angle against the gumline and sweep or roll the brush away from the gumline.
Gently brush the outside, inside and chewing surface of each tooth using short back-and-forth strokes.
Gently brush your tongue to remove bacteria and freshen breath.
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