Recent Study Shows American Children Most At Risk of Dental Health Neglect Studies show that a large percentage of children received no dental care in the past year. In light of February being National Children's Dental Health Month, DentalInsurance.com is committed to bringing attention to this alarming trend. Going without dental care can lead to serious health issues. DentalInsurance.com can help individuals and families get coverage at an affordable price. Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) February 18, 2009 In October 2008, the University of South Carolina released a study on American children and their current level of dental coverage. Astonishingly, their results showed that twenty five percent of children in the United States had failed to receive dental care in the previous year. The university study also showed that the percentage of African-American and Hispanic children without dental coverage was even higher, making this an alarming statistic. February marks National Children's Dental Health Month--and more than ever parents, educators and dental practitioners must take action in reducing the increasing trend of American children growing up without dental care. In light of this study, DentalInsurance.com is committed to reversing this alarming statistic. DentalInsurance.com offers free quotes from the nation's top insurers, giving families across the country a platform to browse different carriers and plans and find one that meets both their needs and budget. Independent medical studies advocate regular dental checkups and access to adequate dental care as a preventive measure for enjoying a healthy life--starting with our mouths. The lack of adequate dental care has long been linked to oral health infections, diabetes, lung and heart cancer, and even stroke--and the long-term effects of poor dental prevention can lead to a lack of self-esteem, stress, depression, and interference with routine activities like eating, breathing, swallowing or speaking. Even worse, tooth decay is the single most common chronic childhood malady--which adds to the issues that support why children need good dental coverage during this developmental period in their lives. "It is a tragedy that such a high number of children go without dental insurance coverage," says Avery Smith, Director of Business Development at DentalInsurance.com, "At DentalInsurance.com, we strive to ensure that everyone has appropriate and affordable dental coverage, and we help them understand how to utilize and take advantage of it." Online brokers such as DentalInsurance.com have been on the forefront of the economic-conscious market at a time when insurance is a hot topic in Capitol Hill or at home--as a result of the economic slowdown, which has affected many families who have lost company-sponsored coverage. Seeking affordable coverage using these online resources may be the best solution for those who find themselves in need of coverage--whether they are self-employed, unemployed or simply looking to reduce their spending on dental insurance.
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