Slow Progress on Dental Reforms Too Many Children Lack Access; Some Reforms Stalled by Fiscal Constraints
More dentists are participating in Maryland’s Medicaid program for children, and there was a modest increase in the percentage of children receiving dental services in 2008, based on data recently released by the State and analyzed by Advocates for Children and Youth. However, 6 of every 10 children on Medicaid still did not have a dental visit during the year. To make more dramatic progress, Maryland needs to fully implement all of the proposed reform strategies, including providing dental screenings for children in school.
For the full issue brief by Advocates for Children and Youth, click here.
