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Smile Detroit

School-ready smiles start with proper oral care

With proper oral health care, kids may miss less school, make friends more easily, speak more clearly and learn better in class when they have healthy teeth and mouths.

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Oral health matters for learning

Each year, children in America lose 34 million hours of classroom learning because of preventable dental problems. Let's work together to get that time back!

Preventive care is priority!

When children experience unexpected dental issues, the impact often extends beyond oral health and causes increased disruptions to daily life, making it even more important to schedule those preventive care visits. Preventive care not only helps protect your child's smile, but it also saves you money.
Save money
90% of individuals agree that addressing oral health issues can save them money in the long term
Protect a smile
62% say they prioritize preventive dental care as the best defense against serious—and often costly—dental issues in the future
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Expanding access to care

Delta Dental of Michigan helps improve oral health by fostering public-private partnerships that benefit those who are historically underserved. Medicaid beneficiaries—including those enrolled in Healthy Kids Dental—may receive their dental benefits through a Medicaid Health Plan. Learn more about Healthy Kids Dental and Michigan TriState Advantage.