Ben Cardin actually said...

"There are some efforts now to deal with this through Medicare and through Medicaid, to expand coverage for adults."

"Oral health is integral to overall health and well-being."

"The Federal Government, as you acknowledge, has the responsibility under the Clean Air Act to make sure that we achieve what science tells us we can achieve in a cost effective manner."

"I hope we are able to continue this conversation in the coming months, as significant work remains to address oral health disparities."