Oral Health

Oral health is critically important for older adults' health and overall well-being.

Public Statement

Supplemental Provider Rates: West Health Comments

June 5, 2019

Article

The Link between Malnutrition and Poor Oral Health in Older Adults

June 3, 2019

Public Statement

Clarifying the intent of the Virtual Dental Home: West Health Comments

April 29, 2019

Public Statement

Addressing Denti-Cal Issues for Patients with Special Needs: West Health Comments

March 15, 2019

Public Statement

2020 U.S. Surgeon General’s Report on Oral Health: West Health Comments

February 4, 2019

Public Statement

Addressing Denti-Cal Access Issues for Patients with Special Needs: West Health Comments

April 28, 2018

Public Statement

Denti-Cal Access to Dental Care for Beneficiaries With Special Needs: West Health Comments

April 27, 2018

Toolkit

Access Issues in Denti-Cal Exist for All Patients

April 18, 2018

Blog

Successful Aging: Four Major Developments that Should Make Life Better for Seniors

December 20, 2016

Publication

National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES)

December 14, 2016

Blog

An Oral Health Epidemic in Seniors Too Easily Dismissed

October 5, 2016

Toolkit

Five Oral Care Tips for Seniors

October 1, 2016

Article

West Health Commend the House of Representatives for Passing Older Americans Act

March 22, 2016