Thursday, January 21, 2010

Local event highlights children’s need for dental care - WQOW TV: Eau Claire, WI NEWS18 News, Weather, and Sports

Local event highlights children’s need for dental care:

Wisconsin is 93% fluoridated:

"'It's heartbreaking to see a child's smile destroyed by severe tooth decay,' says Dr. Green. 'Imagine not being able to eat, sleep and pay attention in school because you have a mouthful of toothaches. Some children have reached the point where the only alternative is a mouth full of crowns or pulling the teeth that can't be saved. It's tragic. Our state needs to do more to help children get the dental care they need.'"