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Tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood disease, five times more common than asthma. This fall, let’s take our kids back to school with a healthy smile.

• Almost all HRSA-funded health centers provide dental exams and care. Use Find A Health Center to find the health center closest to you, then phone the health center and make an appointment for oral health care.

Every State and U.S. territory has a Medicaid and a Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) that provides health care coverage, including dental care, for children in low income families. Each state has its own rules about eligibility and services. Applying is easy, free and confidential.  Find a Medicaid or CHIP Dental Health Provider.

Learn more about HRSA’s Oral Health initiatives.