A Social Media Kit for #ThinkTeeth Thursday Thursday, February 19, 2015 at 2 pm (Eastern)

I. Promote the Importance of Medicaid/CHIP

Good news: 30M kids have dental benefits thru #Medicaid. Bad news: 3.7M are eligible but

n/enrolled http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth

#CHIP has cut the rate of uninsurance among low-income kids by more than 50%

http://bit.ly/1zD9XVv #ThinkTeeth #CHIPworks

@HeadStartGov recognizes the important role #Medicaid & #CHIP play in keeping kids’ teeth

healthy http://1.usa.gov/1zaadYx #ThinkTeeth

@NYTimes: How #Medicaid for children partly pays for itself http://nyti.ms/1ydhprm

#ThinkTeeth @UpshotNYT

Meet the Conners, an Alabama family that sleeps easier b/c their kids have #CHIP coverage

http://bit.ly/1BruFsb #ThinkTeeth #CHIPworks

Tooth decay is the most common chronic disease for kids. #Medicaid & #CHIP coverage helps

prevent it http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth

@Results_Tweets: #Medicaid med/dental benefits help “vulnerable Americans weather tough

economic times” http://bit.ly/1LN7caC #ThinkTeeth

Data show how #CHIP coverage helps to reduce overall dental costs for kids

http://bit.ly/1KuHAfh #ThinkTeeth #CHIPworks

New study shows #Medicaid coverage for kids may boost families’ future earnings

http://nyti.ms/1ydhprm #ThinkTeeth

An estimated 3.7 million U.S. children are eligible for Medicaid/CHIP but are not enrolled. Dental benefits are a core part of these programs, but many eligible families may not be aware of this. Free materials can be ordered to both raise awareness of coverage and educate parents about good oral health habits for their children.

Several Spanish-language tweets are included in Section II. Each of these tweets is the Spanish version of the English tweet above it.

The last section of this social media kit provides links to 13 photos or infographics that can be attached to a tweet. Four Spanish-language images are included.

If fed funding for #CHIP expires, millions of kids could lose their dental coverage

http://bit.ly/1pLwkmu #ThinkTeeth

#Medicaid allows states to “tailor benefits within broad federal guidelines” to meet needs of

kids/adults http://bit.ly/1AwP7dm #ThinkTeeth

@HealthPolicyHub calls #Medicaid coverage “vital” for kids & other Americans

http://bit.ly/1yIW5X3 #ThinkTeeth

This #infographic shows why #CHIPworks for the 8-M kids who rely on it for dental care

http://bit.ly/Xbgzfp #ThinkTeeth

Calif. study: Cost of #Medicaid dental care for kids is more than offset by reducing need to treat

decay http://bit.ly/1DD6M0E #ThinkTeeth

Evaluation: Kids enrolled in #CHIP have better access to dental care than kids who are privately

insured http://bit.ly/1wQxfYM #ThinkTeeth

II. Educate Parents & Pregnant Women About Oral Health

Encourage good dental habits among kids. Download or order these free one-pagers for parents

http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth #CHC

Niños de todas las edades deben tener buenos hábitos de higiene bucal: Información gratis para

padres http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth

Starting good oral health habits early is key. Order these good, free #ThinkTeeth materials for

moms-to-be & babies http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr

Piense en los dientes de su niño durante cada etapa de vida. Encuentre información para los

padres aquí http://1.usa.gov/1EJd4zA #ThinkTeeth

Community health centers: Order free posters/tear sheets to educate patients about oral health

http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth #CHC

Parents of kids with #specialneeds: @CMSGov has a free fact sheet to help your kid get dental

care http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth

#Dental offices/clinics: These free materials w/oral health tips for parents can be placed in info

racks & patient goodie bags #ThinkTeeth

See a dentist while you’re #pregnant. A free one-pager in English/Spanish explains why

http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth

Educate families about their kids’ dental health. Order these materials for free & share with

parents http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth

Eduque familias sobre la importancia de la salud oral en los niños. Materiales gratis para los

padres http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth

Regular dental check-ups from age 1 are key for maintaining a child’s healthy teeth

http://1.usa.gov/1zkXBT0 #ThinkTeeth

Dentists & hygienists who serve the safety net population can order these free tip sheets for

parents http://1.usa.gov/1EJd4zA #ThinkTeeth

Seeking the right dentist for kids with #specialneeds? This fact sheet can help you

http://1.usa.gov/19ZKZnM #ThinkTeeth

Dental care is important for #pregnant women. Order or download a free tear sheet to find out

why http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth

La salud dental es importante durante el embarazo. Ordene gratis información para aprender más

http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth

Tooth decay is preventable. Order these great, free #ThinkTeeth materials & share them with

parents http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr

These #CMS free oral health materials offer tips to start healthy habits early. Details at

http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth

Oral health matters. Help get the word out by using the #ThinkTeeth social media messages on

this page http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth

III. Encourage Medicaid/CHIP Enrollment & Utilization

3.7-M kids are eligible now for #Medicaid or #CHIP dental benefits but aren’t enrolled. Learn

more http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth

Dental coverage for kids is built into #Medicaid & #CHIP. Is your family eligible?

http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth #Enroll365

Good news: 30M kids have dental benefits thru #Medicaid. Bad news? 3.7M are eligible but

n/enrolled http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth

If you’re eligible for #Medicaid or #CHIP, you can #enroll365 days a year – no need to wait

http://1.usa.gov/KKa7pI #ThinkTeeth

All kids in #Medicaid or #CHIP are covered for check-ups, fillings & other dental services.

Learn more http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth

Encourage more eligible families to enroll in #Medicaid or #CHIP. Use web buttons & banners

on this pg. http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth

3.7-M kids are eligible for #Medicaid or #CHIP but not enrolled. Dental services are covered

http://1.usa.gov/1EJd4zA #ThinkTeeth #Enroll365

Seeking a dentist who participates in #Medicaid or #CHIP? Click & then scroll to “Find a

Dentist” widget http://1.usa.gov/KKa7pI #ThinkTeeth

Both Medicaid/CHIP cover dental check-ups, fillings & other services for kids

http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth #Enroll365

Learn more about #Medicaid or #CHIP coverage for children in your state

http://1.usa.gov/19ZKZnM #ThinkTeeth #Enroll365

States: 4 strategies you can use to improve dental access for #Medicaid-enrolled kids

http://bit.ly/1cCOwtP #ThinkTeeth

In many states, #Medicaid has expanded. Is your family eligible? Learn more at

http://1.usa.gov/16nPXfr #ThinkTeeth #Enroll365

Next Page: Photos & Infographics You Can Use

IV. Photos/Infographics for Use as/with Tweets

1. Keep Up Good Dental Habits in English Best Size for Twitter

http://bit.ly/1DGwgfS

2. Keep Up Good Dental Habits in Spanish Best Size for Twitter

http://bit.ly/1MdXspZ

3. Think Teeth in English Best Size for Facebook

http://bit.ly/1vFsfqQ

4. Think Teeth in Spanish Best Size for Facebook

http://bit.ly/1DiBpug

5. #Enroll365 – Dental Visits: Covered

http://1.usa.gov/1zYb0B9

6. #Enroll365 – Dental Visits: Covered (Spanish)

http://1.usa.gov/1zGHPkm

7. #Enroll365 – Make Sure This Year’s School Pictures Include a Winning Smile

http://bit.ly/1zlczIG

8. #Enroll365 – Make Sure This Year’s School Pictures (Spanish)

http://1.usa.gov/16OIDKD

9. #CHIPWorks for Kids (Infographic)

http://bit.ly/19aklLP

10. CHIP Is Kid-Friendly

http://bit.ly/1DEq45B

11. For Kids, Dental Is Fundamental

http://bit.ly/1C1mpwO

12. Colorado Infographic: CHIP By the Numbers

http://bit.ly/1vvgDGU

13. Opting Out of Medicaid Expansion – A Costly Decision by States

(The Commonwealth Fund)

http://bit.ly/1Dkv69M