July 2026 Provider Bulletin Volume 42, Number 19

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The July 2026 Medi-Cal Dental Provider Bulletin highlights key program updates for dental providers, including preventive care initiatives, provider portal resources, payment guidance, summer emergency preparedness, and reminders about Medi-Cal provider enrollment requirements.

Municipal water fluoridation, adolescent IQ, and cognition across the life course: Evidence from the Wisconsin Longitudinal Study

By John Robert Warren, Gina Rumore, Kamil Kamil Sicinski, and Michal Engelman on
New research published in PNAS reports no association between community water fluoridation and cognitive outcomes, reinforcing the evidence base for this long-standing public health intervention

Oral Health Programs in California Health Centers: A Landscape Analysis Report April 2026

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This new report highlights strategies California health centers are using to strengthen oral health programs and improve access to care across the state.

Important Update: Medi-Cal Dental Benefit Extension

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Dear Partners and Providers,We’re reaching out with an important update regarding Medi‑Cal dental coverage for certain adult members.The Medi‑Cal Dental benefit changes previously expected to take effect in 2026 have been delayed to July 1, 2027, for certain adult members based on immigration…

July 1 Medi-Cal Dental Updates – What Partners and Providers Should Know

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Medi-Cal Dental benefits are changing on July 1, 2026, for some adult members based on immigration status.

July 2026 Provider Bulletin Volume 42, Number 18

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Smile, California Provider Bulletin

CDPH Releases Summer Toolkit to Support Youth and Families

By California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Office of School Health on
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Office of School Health has released its 2026 Summer Toolkit, a curated collection of trusted statewide resources to help children, youth, families, educators, and community partners stay healthy, safe, and connected throughout the summer.

Assembly Budget Commitee - Highlights of Governor's Proposed 2026-27 May Revision

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This brief provides an overview of Governor Newsom’s proposed 2026–27 May Revision, highlighting key budget priorities, fiscal adjustments, and major investments across California.

DHCS - Medi-Cal Dental Benefit Changes

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The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is providing this update of significant developments regarding DHCS programs.

Smile Alert April 2026

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Smile, California April 2026 Smile Alert