The first dental visit is recommended by 12 months of age, or within 6 months of the first tooth coming in.
The first visit often lasts 30 to 45 minutes.
Depending on your child's age, the visit may include a full exam of the teeth, jaws, bite, gums, and oral tissues to check growth and development..
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4% of adults aged 19 to 64 with dental benefits, while 33
6% have nonePrivate dental plans cover the rest: 51
3% of children and 59% of adultsThat said, it can be hard to find a Medicaid dentist
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DentaQuest, for example, is a company that partners with Medicaid in more than 30 states
If your state uses one of these third-party programs, they can provide a list of the dentists in your area who can help you
Your state Medicaid office will get you in touch with the appropriate program
