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Dental Hygienists Expand Access to Care in Colorado
- Delta Dental Foundation
- News, Media Coverage
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
The recent launch of the Colorado Medical-Dental Integration Project (CO-MDI) is helping make affordable medical and dental care for the centennial state’s most vulnerable residents more accessible than ever before. Thanks to funding from the Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation, the state now has 16 medical organizations that are employing registered dental hygienists on their medical care teams.
A unique Colorado program puts dental care in doctor’s offices
- Delta Dental Foundation
- News, Media Coverage
The Denver Post
Nathan Martinez is an unusual 9-year-old boy. He actually likes dental care. So he showed no fear at an appointment this month. He calmly walked into a hygienist’s office wearing a red shirt that declared, “You just be yourself and I’ll be awesome,” and plopped onto her reclining chair with a smile.
Denver Works To Get Latino Families To Trust The Tap Water
- Delta Dental Foundation
- News, Media Coverage
CPR
At a downtown Denver clinic, a skinny 7-year-old with straight black hair named Marlene is getting a pair of fillings. Dr. Patty Braun, a pediatrician and oral health specialist at Denver Health, talks with Marlene about what she drinks, asking if she drinks tap water.
Dental care now available for pediatric patients
- Delta Dental Foundation
- News, Media Coverage
LA Junta Tribune
Valley-Wide Health Systems Inc. is now offering a variety of preventive dental health services to pediatric patients during regular medical visits at its La Junta Clinic.
Access to dental care improving for Routt County Medicaid patients
- Delta Dental Foundation
- News, Media Coverage
Access to affordable dental care in Routt County has been limited in recent years, but local public health officials are hopeful availability will improve in the coming months. The Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Association has hired a dental hygienist to serve low-income patients, including those on Medicaid, something that’s been generally unavailable in recent months.
Marillac Clinic Now Offering Dental Care at its Mesa County Health Department Location
- Delta Dental Foundation
- News, DDCOF Press Releases
Marillac Clinic is now offering a variety of preventive dental health services for patients during regular medical visits and by appointment at its clinic located within the Mesa County Health Department. Under the direction of registered dental hygienist Patrick Andrews, the services provided include oral health education for children and adults, exams, regular cleanings, x-rays, fluoride varnishes and sealants. Two rooms at the clinic are specifically dedicated to dental treatment. Dental care is available for patients of all ages.
Dental Care Now Available for Pediatric Patients During Regular Medical Visits at Valley-Wide Health Systems’ La Junta Clinic
- Delta Dental Foundation
- News, DDCOF Press Releases
Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. is now offering a variety of preventive dental health services to pediatric patients during regular medical visits at its La Junta Clinic. Under the direction of Registered Dental Hygienist, Charlene Pariera and dental support employee, Lisa Bensley, the services provided include oral health assessments and education, regular cleanings, x-rays, fluoride varnishes and referrals for more comprehensive dental treatment.
Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation Named National Philanthropy Day Colorado 2015 Outstanding Foundation
- Delta Dental Foundation
- News, DDCOF Press Releases
Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation was recognized as the National Philanthropy Day Colorado 2015Outstanding Foundation at the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Colorado Chapter annual luncheon on November 13, 2015.
Colorado Coalition for the Homeless Now Offering Dental Care for Patients During Regular Medical Visits at its Stout Street Health Center
- Delta Dental Foundation
- News, DDCOF Press Releases
The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is now offering a variety of preventive dental health services during regular patient medical visits at its Stout Street Health Center in Denver. The Coalition is offering oral health education for children and adults, exams, cleanings, x-rays and fluoride varnishes. Services are available for patients of all ages, with a special focus on reaching children under 18.
Cavities Get Around Visits Mile High Living
- Delta Dental Foundation
- News, Media Coverage
Our Cavities Get Around Campaign Director, Wyatt Hornsby, was on The Denver Channel during the Dr. Mehmet Oz show. He spoke with Gina Belich about how much sugar is in the juice we give our kids.
