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Free Annual Dental Checkups for Young French People

France will provide free annual dental checkups for 3-to-24-year-olds starting in 2025 to improve oral health and prevent cavities.

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HealthLifestylePublic HealthHealthcarePolicyPreventionDental Care

Assurance MaladieMutualité

Marguerite Cazeneuve

What is the primary goal of the initiative?: The initiative aims to create a 'caries-free generation' by increasing the frequency of free dental checkups. The Assurance maladie will also increase awareness campaigns in schools and prioritize reaching those with limited access to dental care.
What is the role of mutual insurance companies in this initiative?: Mutual insurance companies will cover 40% of the cost of the free dental checkups, partnering with the Assurance maladie. They support this preventative measure as beneficial for improving the nation's oral health.
What is the new dental health initiative announced by the Assurance maladie?: Starting in 2025, French citizens aged 3-24 will receive a free annual dental checkup. This builds on a pre-existing program offering checkups every three years, aiming to improve dental health among young people and prevent cavities.
How does the initiative relate to previous changes in dental reimbursement rates?: The Assurance maladie previously lowered dental reimbursement rates, shifting more costs to supplemental health insurance. However, officials downplayed any direct link between the savings from this change and the funding of the new preventative program.
Who is the target population for this dental health program, and what broader aims does it have?: While the free checkups are intended for ages 3-24, the program also includes educational components and aims to address disparities in access to dental care, particularly among low-income populations.

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