Almost 800,000 Medicaid children and 93,000 PeachCare for Kids children are in dire need of dental care. Many can't find a dentist. Dentists, Take 5 kids and keep our disadvantaged children smiling.
Teachers cite dental problems as one of the causes of school absenteeism.
Poor oral health can lead to other health problems and can foster poor self esteem. An unhealthy mouth and dental pain affect a child's ability to learn.