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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Community Guide Branch. n.d. The guide to community preventive services: Oral health. Atlanta, GA: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
1600 Clifton Road
Atlanta, GA 30333

Telephone: (800) 232-4636
Secondary Telephone: (888) 232-6348
E-mail: cdc@cdcinfo.gov
Website: http://www.cdc.gov
Available from the website.

This resource provides evidence-based recommendations and findings about what works to improve public oral health. Strategies are reviewed and interventions outlined in three key areas: (1) prevention of dental caries; (2) prevention of oral and pharyngeal cancers; and (3) prevention of oral and facial injuries. Recommendations include community water fluoridation, school-based or -linked dental sealant delivery programs, early cancer detection, and the use of protective gear for the head and the mouth during contact sports.

Keywords: Oral health, Dental caries, Cancer, Injuries, Fluorides, Water, Dental sealants, School based clinics, Program evaluation, Community based services, Prevention services, Children

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Phoenix College, Department of Dental Programs. n.d. Early childhood caries: A medical and dental perspective. Phoenix, AZ: Phoenix College, Department of Dental Programs.

Phoenix College, Department of Dental Programs
1202 West Thomas Road
Phoenix, AZ 85013

Telephone: (602) 285-7320
Fax: 602-285-7813
Website: http://www.phoenixcollege.edu/academics/departments/dental
$40; preview available from the website.

This continuing education course presents information on early childhood caries (ECC), as well as the management of a child with this infectious disease. Topics include the etiology of ECC, prevention strategies for infants and children under age 3, ECC screening methods, and rationale and techniques for the use of alternative restorative technique and fluoride varnishes.

Keywords: Oral health, Infants, Young children, Early childhood caries, Disease prevention, Disease management, Fluorides, Continuing education, Distance education

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Aetna. n.d. Simple steps to better dental health. Hartford, CT: Aetna.

Aetna
151 Farmington Avenue
Hartford, CT 06156

Telephone: (860) 273-0123
Website: http://www.aetna.com
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This resource provides information on oral health to help individuals prevent problems, understand conditions, and explore treatments. Topics include tooth decay, toothbrushing and flossing, fluoride, mouth-healthy eating, dental sealants, oral hygiene, tobacco, and dental visits. A parents' guide provides information on oral health in children and adolescents.

Keywords: Oral health, Disease prevention, Health promotion, Dental hygiene, Dental care, Consumer education materials, Parenting

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Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Oral Health Program. n.d. MO Healthy Smiles: The Missouri Oral Health Preventive Services Program. [Jefferson City, MO]: Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Oral Health Program.

Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Primary Care and Rural Health, Oral Health Program
P.O. Box 570
Jefferson City, MO 65102-0570

Telephone: (573) 751-6219
Secondary Telephone: (800) 891-7415
Fax: (573) 522-8146
E-mail: info@dhss.mo.gov
Website: http://health.mo.gov/living/families/oralhealth/index.php
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This website provides training and other resources for health professionals and community volunteers on providing oral health preventive services for infants and children in Missouri. Contents include a program summary and information about becoming a volunteer and finding an oral health consultant. Additional resources include screener training for dentists and dental hygienists and training for health professionals on implementing an oral health component and applying topical fluoride varnish. Presentations for use in conjunction with kindergarten through high school health curriculum are also available in English, Spanish, and Native American versions. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Keywords: Oral health, Infant health, Child health, Population surveillance, Screening, School health education, Referrals, Community based services, Prevention programs, Training, Fluorides, State programs, Missouri, Infants, Children, Spanish language materials

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North Dakota Department of Health, Oral Health Program. n.d. Lifetime smiles begin early: Tips for healthy teeth. [Bismark, ND]: North Dakota Department of Health, Oral Health Program, 6 items.

North Dakota Department of Health, Oral Health Program
600 East Boulevard Avenue, Department 301
Bismarck, ND 58505-0200

Telephone: (800) 472-2286
Secondary Telephone: (701) 328-2356
Fax: (701) 328-1412
Website: http://www.ndhealth.gov/oralhealth
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This set of fact sheets provides anticipatory guidance for the oral health of infants, young children, and adolescents in six age ranges: birth to 6 months, 6 to 12 months, 12 to 36 months, ages 3 to 5, 5 to 10, and 10 to 21. Topics include oral hygiene, dental visits, fluoride, nutrition, and injury prevention.

Keywords: Oral health, Anticipatory guidance, Infants, Young children, Adolescents, Dental care, Dental hygiene, Fluorides, Nutrition, Injury prevention, Educational materials

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National Health Information Center. n.d. Take care of your child's teeth. Washington, DC: National Health Information Center, (healthfinder.org: Quick guide to health living–For parents).

National Health Information Center
P.O. Box 1133
Washington, DC 20013-1133

Telephone: (800) 336-4797
Secondary Telephone: (301) 468-1273
Fax: (301) 984-4256
E-mail: info@nhic.org and healthfinder@nhic.org
Website: http://www.health.gov/nhic
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This resource for parents and other caregivers provides tips on preventing tooth decay and promoting oral health in infants and children from birth through age 5. Topics include fluorides, healthy foods and drinks, dental visits, and costs. A quiz and a companion resource on adult tooth and gum care are also available from the website.

Keywords: Oral health, Infant health, Child health, Young children, Dental caries, Disease prevention, Health promotion, Dental hygiene, Dental care

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Arkansas Department of Health. n.d. Prevent abuse and neglect through dental awareness: The P.A.N.D.A. Coalition. Little Rock, AR: Arkansas Department of Health.

Arkansas Department of Health
4815 West Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72205

Telephone: (501) 661-2000
Secondary Telephone: (800) 462-0599
Website: http://www.healthy.arkansas.gov
Available from the website.

This resource provides information on Preventing Abuse and Neglect Through Dental Awareness (PANDA) coalitions and how oral health professionals can help prevent child abuse and neglect in Arkansas. Topics include educational programs, potential coalition members, and case studies. It also includes back- ground information on PANDA coalitions, physical and behavioral indicators of and risk factors for child abuse and neglect, dealing with intimate partner violence in the health care setting, and identifying and reporting suspected abuse and neglect. A suggested reading list and a slide presentation are also available.

Keywords: Oral health, Child abuse, Child neglect, Prevention, Dentists, Dental hygienists, Training, Educational materials, State legislation, Injuries, Child advocacy, Coalitions, Arkansas, Children

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American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. n.d. Treating and preventing facial injury. Rosemont, IL: American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.

American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
9700 West Bryn Mawr Avenue
Rosemont, IL 60018-5701

Telephone: (847) 678-6200
Secondary Telephone: (800) 822-6637
Fax: (847) 678-6286
Website: http://www.aaoms.org
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This resource provides information on treating and preventing maxillofacial injuries, also referred to as facial trauma. Topics include the role of oral and maxillofacial surgeons in treating injuries to teeth, mouth, jaws, and facial structures. The resource also discusses the importance of making safety gear such as protective mouth guards, masks, and helmets part of standard athletic equipment. Recommendations for injury prevention in specific sports are included.

Keywords: Oral health, Facial injuries, Sports injuries, Injury prevention, Dental care, Sports equipment, Children

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Iowa Department of Public Health, Bureau of Oral and Health Delivery Systems. n.d. Oral health educational materials: Fact sheets, brochures, posters. Des Moines, IA: Iowa Department of Public Health, Bureau of Oral and Health Delivery Systems.

Iowa Department of Public Health, Bureau of Oral and Health Delivery Systems
Lucas State Office Building 321 East 12th Street
Des Moines, IA 50319

Telephone: (515) 242-6383
Secondary Telephone: (866) 528-4020
Fax: (515) 242-6384
Website: http://www.idph.state.ia.us/OHDS/OralHealth.aspx
Available from the website.

This website contains educational brochures, fact sheets, and posters on various oral health topics. Topics include the benefits of fluorides such as fluoride varnish and community water fluoridation; dental emergencies; oral conditions such as dry mouth, tooth decay, gum disease, and oral cancer; tobacco use and oral health; oral health in pregnant women, infants, children, adolescents, and older adults; nonutritive sucking, tooth eruption, and teething; xylitol; dental sealants; and nutrition and oral health.

Keywords: Oral health, Disease prevention, Health promotion, Educational materials, Children, Pregnant women

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Mississippi State Department of Health. n.d. Make a Child's Smile. Jackson, MS: Mississippi State Department of Health.

Mississippi State Department of Health, Division of Dental Services
Box 1700
Jackson, MS 39215-1700

Telephone: (601) 576-7500
Website: http://msdh.ms.gov/msdhsite/_static/41,0,151.html
Available from the website.

This resource provides information on efforts to provide preventive oral health services and access to care for children enrolled in Mississippi Head Start programs. Topics include how the program works and how to participate. A parental consent form, dental history form, and oral health evaluation form are also included.

Keywords: Oral health, Young children, Head Start, Screening, Health services, Forms, Prevention programs, State programs, Mississippi

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