Consumer Awareness
Access to Dental Care
Get news and information about accessing dental care, including the
Donated Dental Services program and the difficulty so many of the
state's Medicaid/BadgerCare recipients face in accessing necessary
dental care. Also read about why dentists don't (and won't) cost-shift.
Fluoride & community water fluoridation
Fluoride is a mineral that forms naturally in the earth's crust and
there are traces of fluoride in virtually all water. It is a safe and
effective way to prevent tooth decay in children and adults.
Lead contamination & dental restorations
Recent news headlines indicate traces of lead have been found in some dental
restorations, such as crowns and bridges. Both the CDC and FDA have weighed in
on this issue, stating the traces of lead are "extremely unlikely to cause
adverse health effects".
The gum disease-diabetes connection
Recent scientific evidence shows a link between periodontal (gum)
disease and diabetes. In addition, diabetes has been shown to lead to
other dental health complications. Read more about the two-way street
between gum disease and diabetes. Tips and information is included
about how to keep your gums healthy and manage your diabetes.
Gum disease & heart disease
Read about periodontal (gum) disease and new scientific evidence that
shows its possible link to heart disease. Tips and information are
included to help you prevent or minimize your risk of periodontal
disease and maintain good oral health.
Sip All Day, Get Decay
It's no secret there exists a strong link between soda consumption and
tooth decay. Heavy soda consumption also has been linked to other
health complications including diabetes, obesity and osteoporosis.
Are you having a dispute with your dentist?
Are you concerned about the quality or appropriateness of the oral
health care you were provided? The WDA Peer Review process provides an
expert and credible system for resolving disagreements between patients
and dentists.
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