The Oral Health Care Educational Flyer below explains the need for children to see the dentist at a young age. The Flyer also explains Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic and Treatment (EPSDT) dental benefits, and good oral habits and hygiene practices:
Click Here for the Oral Health Educational Flyer for Children (English & Spanish Language PDF)
The Dental Services for Children in NJ FamilyCare document provides recommended guidelines for:
- Diagnostic Services such as oral exams and x-rays;
- Preventive Services such as cleanings, oral care instructions for a caregiver, fluoride supplements and varnish; and,
- Dental Treatment Services for children.
Click Here for the Dental Services for Children Document: When Children in NJ FamilyCare Should See the Dentist (English & Spanish Language PDF)
For assistance locating a dentist, please contact your local Medical Assistance Customer Center or search by health plan at the InsureKidsNow.gov Oral Health page.
The NJ Smiles Directory of Dental Providers for Young Children can be found on the website of each NJ FamilyCare health plan. Please call the Member Service phone number located on the health plan identification card to ask how to access their listing.
Click Here for Dental Benefits and Oral Health Educational Flyer for Adults (English & Spanish Language PDF)
The Private Health and Social Service Resources in New Jersey (PDF) document is list of private health and social service agencies in New Jersey. The list contains resources for many needs including: various health conditions, charities, services for children and youth, mental and behavioral health and assisted living.
