Guides
Pediatric Dentist vs. Family Dentist: Training and How to Check CredentialsWhat extra training a pediatric dentist has, how that differs from a family dentist, and how to check a dental license and board certification yourself.Your Child's First Dental Visit: When to Go and What HappensWhen AAPD and CDC suggest a child's first dental visit, what early checkups cover, and what CDC and the USPSTF say about fluoride varnish and sealants.Medicaid and CHIP Dental Coverage for ChildrenWhat federal rules require for children's dental care under Medicaid (EPSDT) and CHIP, how to use InsureKidsNow, and what to ask a dental office first.Sedation and Anesthesia for Children's Dental Care: Questions to AskPlain-language guide to sedation levels, staffing and monitoring guidance, state permits and the FDA warning for children under 3, with questions to ask.