Community Oral Health Resources
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides basics for parents and caregivers on babies and children's oral health and links to many other useful resources to keep children's teeth healthy.
The U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention provides extensive information about the science, practice, and benefits of community water fluoridation.
The general aim of this research was to determine whether cessation of community water fluoridation (CWF) increased oral health disparities, as measured by dental caries procedures and restoration costs for children and adolescents
Health Policy Institute 2025 research brief of state-level costs of removing fluoride from community water systems.
Studies conducted by the CDC reaffirm that widespread community water fluoridation prevents cavities and saves money.
California's health insurance marketplace, developed to comply with the federal Affordable Care Act. Dental benefits are one of the required health benefits for children. Families who need dental coverage for their children can shop for it on this website.
InsureKidsNow.gov provides easy to understand information about Medi-Cal and CHIP programs, the benefits, how to enroll, and how to find a dentist.
Dental sealants help protect teeth from cavities by placing a protective coating over the deep grooves in back teeth. Find out how your child can benefit from dental sealants.
A resource from CareQuest Institute for Oral Health.