Get your child the preventive dental care he or she needs to live a healthy, cavity-free life.

Did you know that the most common chronic illness in children is actually tooth decay? This might be rather shocking, but because over 17 million children in America go without the proper dental care it’s not surprising that pediatric dental decay is so common. However, your Westland, MI dentist doesn’t like to see children go without the dental care they need. Therefore, we recommend that families who don’t have health insurance and are going through financial struggles look into the Medicaid Healthy Kids Program.

What is the Medicaid Healthy Kids Program?

Run by the Michigan Department of Community Health, this program ensures that children under the age of 19 receive the health care coverage they deserve, including dental care.

What benefits will my child receive under this program?

This program covers most necessary medical care including mental health, medications, hospital care, immunizations, ambulatory services, vision and dental. This means your child can receive the proper six-month cleanings and dental exams, as well as X-rays to ensure that your child’s smile is developing as it should and is free of cavities and gum disease. Only through preventive care can we guarantee that your child continues to have a healthy smile.

This program will also help you and your child find the proper transportation to get to and from our dental office in Westland, MI.

How do I find out more about the Medicaid Healthy Kids Program?

You can find out more about the program, or enroll your child in the program by visiting the Michigan Department of Community Health website or by calling (888) 988-6300. When you apply for the Medicaid Healthy Kids Program you will need to declare your monthly or annual income, have proof of Michigan residence and tell them whether you already have medical insurance. Every case is different, so the best way to find out whether your child qualifies is by calling the toll-free number.

If your child is eligible and receives health benefits through Medicaid we would be happy to schedule his or her next preventive dental appointment. Through X-rays and cleanings your Westland, MI dentist can protect your child against gum disease and dental cavity. Nothing is more important than your child’s health, and we are here to make their smiles a priority.