All Records Tagged: Curricula

Michigan Department of Community Health, Oral Health Program
Capitol View Building 201 Townsend Street
Lansing, MI 48913

Telephone: (517) 335-8879
Fax: (517) 335-8294
E-mail: oralhealth@michigan.gov
Website: http://www.michigan.gov/mdch/0,1607,7-132-2942_4911_4912_6226---,00.html
Available from the website.

This document describes adopted revisions to the accreditation standards for Michigan oral health professionals' training and education in treating clients with special needs. It describes requirements for students in programs in dental hygiene, dental education, and advanced education in general practice residency. Information is provided on curriculum development.

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Keywords: Oral health, Dental education, Special health care needs, Dental care, Disabilities, Professional training, Curriculum development, State initiatives, Michigan

Prevention Associates
101 East Ninth Avenue, No. 7A
Anchorage, AK 99501

Telephone: (907) 272-6925
Fax: (907) 272-6946
Single copies available at no charge.

This teaching guide, developed for use by home visitors working with parents of children enrolled in Head Start, covers topics to involve the parents in improving the overall oral health of their children. It includes several lessons for each of these broad topics: oral hygiene, diet, weaning and parental support, and a visit to the dentist. The guide outlines the teaching objectives and strategies as well as the content for each lesson; the text accompanying the diagrams and illustrations in each lesson is in English and Spanish. The guide was prepared under the auspices of the Alaska Head Start Health Improvement Initiative.

Keywords: Oral health, Curricula, Home health aides, Head Start, Parents, Health education, Dental hygiene, Dental care, Curricula, Spanish language materials, Alaska

Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures
300 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10022

Telephone: 800-468-6502
Secondary Telephone: 212-310-2000
Website: http://www.colgate.com/app/BrightSmilesBrightFutures/US/EN/HomePage.cvsp
Available from the website.

These classroom resources are designed to help early childhood educators promote literacy and language skills while helping children build good oral health habits. Contents include a teacher's guide, a 2-sided poster, a storybook, and a family take-home. The teacher's guide includes resources for families in English and Spanish.

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Keywords: Oral health, Young children, Early childhood education, Health education, Literacy education, Language development, Dental hygiene, Dental care, Prevention programs, Spanish language materials

Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures
300 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10022

Telephone: 800-468-6502
Secondary Telephone: 212-310-2000
Website: http://www.colgate.com/app/BrightSmilesBrightFutures/US/EN/HomePage.cvsp
Available from the website.

These program resources are designed to help educators inspire students in second and third grades to take control of their own oral health. The program was developed to fit existing curriculum and classroom needs and incorporates an early literacy focus. Contents include a teacher's guide, 2 wall posters, and take-home resources including a toothbrushing log, family board game, and information on oral care milestones, key elements of good oral health, and toothbrushing technique for family modeling.

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Keywords: Oral health, School age children, Health education, Curricula, Elementary schools

Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures
300 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10022

Telephone: 800-468-6502
Secondary Telephone: 212-310-2000
Website: http://www.colgate.com/app/BrightSmilesBrightFutures/US/EN/HomePage.cvsp
Available from the website.

These program resources are designed to help educators inspire kindergarten students to take control of their own oral health. The program was developed to fit existing curriculum and classroom needs and includes ideas for getting parents and other family members involved with the topic of oral health. The resources include teacher's guides that incorporate literacy-based activities such as a classroom board game and sing-along songs. Also included is a read-together storybook for in-class and take-home use and 2 wall posters. A family take-home packet contains a toothbrushing log, board game, and information on oral care milestones, key elements of good oral health, and toothbrushing technique for family modeling. Additional resources are available from the website.

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Keywords: Oral health, School age children, Kindergarten, Health education, Curricula, School health programs

Futures Without Violence
100 Montgomery Street, The Presidio
San Francisco, CA 94129-1718

Telephone: (415) 678-5500
Fax: (415) 529-2930
E-mail: info@futureswithoutviolence.org
Website: http://futureswithoutviolence.org
Available at no charge.

This DVD is designed to help dentists and dental students recognize and respond to domestic violence. Contents include a case study demonstrating how to conduct the ask, validate, document, and refer (AVDR) intervention, which is a four-step intervention that oral health professionals can use as part of a response to domestic violence. The folder for dental schools includes an instructional plan, which explains how to use the other documents included on the DVD. The folder for dentists contains a downloadable document titled "Training Your Staff," which explains how to use the tutorial in a small group, practice the AVDR steps, and assign follow-up tasks such as creating or updating a list of local resources.

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Keywords: Domestic violence, Oral health, Curricula, Intervention, Resources for professionals, Audiovisual materials, DVDs

Jo Ann Blalock
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry, Department of Pediatric Dentistry
Manning Drive and Columbia Street, CB #7450
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7450

Contact Phone: (919) 966-2739
Fax: (919) 966-7992
Website: http://www.dent.unc.edu/academic/programs/ade/ped/
Contact for cost.

This kit for oral health professionals and trainees focuses on developing interviewing skills with caregivers, examining infants and toddlers, and educating caregivers on oral health-related issues. Contents include a DVD and written outline, a form for discussing how to implement the program into clinical practice, a guide to early childhood development and its implications to pediatric oral health care, a flip chart that outlines domains related to infant and toddler oral health to help educate caregivers in the dental office (in English and Spanish), a form for new patient encounters, a resource list with information for both the dental team and caregivers, and an optional two-hour continuing dental education credit that can be obtained through the University of North Carolina with self-study of the bOHP kit. The program is also available online. Licensed packages are available in 1-year, 2-year, and 3-year subscriptions for professionals, students, or institutions.

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Keywords: Oral health, Infants, Young children, Prevention programs, Dental education, Continuing education

Delta Dental of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation
16 N.W. 63rd Street, Suite 201
Oklahoma City, OK 73116

Telephone: (405) 607-4771
Secondary Telephone: (800) 522-0188, ext. 771
E-mail: foundation@DeltaDentalOK.org
Website: http://www.DDOKFoundation.org
Available from the website.

This program teaches students in kindergarten through third grades about the life-long benefits of good oral hygiene. Captain Supertooth, a costumed superhero, educates children about toothbrushing, flossing, a balanced diet, and visiting the dentist. The program normally lasts about 30 minutes and can be tailored to fit a school's needs. The program website features games and activities for children, tips and information for parents, and curriculum and tools for teachers and school nurses.

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Keywords: Oral health, School age children, Dental hygiene, School health programs, Health education, Curricula, Elementary schools

Washington Dental Service Foundation
P.O. Box 75983
Seattle, WA 98175-0983

Telephone: (206) 528-2372
Fax:
E-mail: info@deltadentalwa.com
Website: http://www.kidsoralhealth.org
Available in conjunction with train-the-trainer sessions only; host organization to assume printing costs.

This curriculum includes information and activity suggestions for Head Start family health advocates, health and nutrition coordinators, and directors to use in formulating sessions on the importance of oral health and good oral health care for pregnant women, infants, and young children. Sections include (1) getting started (2) essential information for parents, (3) references for teachers and parent educators, (4) the tooth kit, (5) training guide, (6) a training agenda, (7) oral health training, (8) training aids, and (9) resources. The resources section provides sources for supplies and materials, song lyrics, a book list, and references. Handouts and other reproducible materials are included throughout. The curriculum is extensively illustrated, and some materials are available in Spanish. A CD-ROM of the curriculum is provided, along with presentation materials and downloadable materials available as PDF files.

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Keywords: Oral health, Head Start, Curricula, Pregnant women, Young children, Dental care, Parent education, CD-ROMs, Spanish language materials

Washington Dental Service Foundation
P.O. Box 75983
Seattle, WA 98175-0983

Telephone: (206) 528-2372
Fax:
E-mail: info@deltadentalwa.com
Website: http://www.kidsoralhealth.org
Available in conjunction with train-the-trainer sessions only; host organization to assume printing costs.

This curriculum includes information and activity suggestions for preschool teachers, family health advocates, oral health professionals, and nutrition coordinators to use in formulating sessions on the importance of oral health and proper oral health care. Sections cover why oral health is important, lessons to be used in the classroom and with families, implementing the curriculum, and important supplements. Topics include tooth cleaning, the importance of healthy teeth, and guidelines for home visitors and parent meetings. Five sample presentations and oral-health-training agendas and materials are included. The supplements section provides guest speaker guidelines, song lyrics, a book list, and additional resources. Handouts and other reproducible materials are included throughout. The curriculum is extensively illustrated, and some materials are available in Spanish.

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Keywords: Oral health, Curricula, Training materials, Teachers, Home health aides, Health education, Early childhood education, Spanish language materials

National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center
Georgetown University Box 571272
Washington, DC 20057-1272

Telephone: (202) 784-9771
Fax: (202) 784-9777
E-mail: OHRCinfo@georgetown.edu
Website: http://www.mchoralhealth.org
Available from the website.

This guide provides information about oral-health-related curricula appropriate for use in Early Head Start and Head Start programs. Users can search by audience, topics, and availability to find the curriculum that best fits their needs. A matrix to view all the curricula at-a-glance is also available from the website. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

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Keywords: Oral health, Young children, Curricula, Head Start

Association for Prevention Teaching and Research
1001 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Suite 610
Washington, DC 20036

Telephone: (202) 463-0550
Secondary Telephone: (866) 474-APTR
Fax: (202) 463-0555
E-mail: info@aptrweb.org
Website: http://www.aptrweb.org
Available from the website.

This resource contains a framework to apply to curriculum design, evaluation, and accreditation efforts to integrate clinical prevention and population health into the education of students across the health professions disciplines. The framework consists of 19 domains within four components: (1) evidence-based practice; (2) clinical preventive services and health promotion; (3) health systems and health policy; and (4) population health and community aspects of practice. The 2009 publication is an expansion of the domains beyond that provided in the 2008 publication. The 2008 publication provides additional information on the development and intent of the framework and how the framework can be implemented.

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• 2008 (original) Framework

Keywords: Professional education, Health promotion, Disease prevention, Curricula, Clinical medicine, Preventive medicine, Health services

Maryland Children's Oral Heath Institute
P.O. Box 1901
Baltimore, MD 21203

Telephone: (443) 286-6386
Fax: (410) 356-8574
E-mail: info@mycohi.org
Website: http://www.mycohi.org
Available from the website.

This handbook encourages teachers to incorporate oral health education into their lesson plans and provides information about curriculum resources for students in kindergarten through 12th grades. Contents include information about read-aloud books, songs and poems, and videos, as well as ideas for science experiments and field trips. Information about oral health programs, careers, and organizations is also included.

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Keywords: Oral health, School age children, School health education, Elementary schools, Children

Midge Pfeffer, RDH, BS, CDHC, Community Dental Health Certificate Instructor
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
P.O. Box 19042 2740 West Mason Street
Green Bay, WI 54307-9402

Telephone: (800) 422-6982
Secondary Telephone: (920) 498-5400
Contact Phone: (920) 458-1645
E-mail: moreinfo@nwtc.edu
Contact E-mail: midge.pfeffer@nwtc.edu
Website: http://www.nwtc.edu
Preview available from the website.

This course is designed for dentists, dental hygienists, and unlicensed professional who work with a public oral health program. The program's four courses, each available for three credits include public health basic principles, public oral health programs, public health communications, and public health principles.

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Keywords: Dental care, Oral health, Curricula, Professional education, Public health dentistry, Distance education, Adults

Connecticut State Dental Association
835 West Queen Street
Southington, CT 06489

Telephone: (860) 378-1800
Fax: (860) 378-1807
Website: http://www.csda.com/
Available from the website.

This packet is designed to help educators integrate oral health education into Connecticut's school health curricula. The packet comprises 6 lesson modules for educating students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12 about oral health and healthy behaviors. Each module lists objectives, questions, and related subject areas, and can be used individually or in combination with recommended supportive activities and classroom materials.

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Keywords: Oral health, Preschool children, School age children, Preschool education, School health education, Curricula, State initiatives, Connecticut, Children

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1700
Chicago, IL 60611-2637

Telephone: (312) 337-2169
Fax: (312) 337-6329
Website: http://www.aapd.org
$75 (members), $100 (nonmembers); also available for loan from the National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center.

This CD-ROM contains core curriculum reading lists in oral health and includes 160 articles in their entirety. Topics include diagnosis and treatment planning, prevention, growth and development and orthodontics, special care for patients with special health care needs, conscious sedation, restorative dentistry, pulp therapy, trauma, and behavior management.

Keywords: Oral health, Dentistry, Professional education, Resources for professionals, CD-ROMs

Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center
U.S. Office of Head Start Telephone: (866) 763-6481
Website: http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc
Available from the website.

This issue provides guidance in developing a Head Start curriculum to meet the particular needs of children in their communities. Topics include defining curriculum in Head Start, curriculum and reauthorization, and planning for linguistic and cultural diversity. A framework for discussing Head Start accomplishments and outcomes, a checklist for early childhood curriculum, a list of questions and answers about Head Start curriculum, and a list of resources are also included.

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Keywords: Head Start, Curriculum development, Program development, Cultural sensitivity, Cultural diversity, Educational materials, Oral health, Parents, Children, Infants, Families, Adults

Virginia Department of Health, Division of Dental Health
109 Governor Street, Ninth Floor
Richmond, VA 23219

Telephone: (804) 864-7784
Fax: (804) 864-7783
Website: http://www.vahealth.org/dental
Available from the website.

This resource is designed to help school personnel meet Virginia Health Education Standards of Learning by integrating oral health into the public school health education curriculum. The resources include curriculum for educating students in kindergarten through grade 5 (Healthy Mouth, Healthy Body), and those in grades 6-10 (Give Teens Something to Smile About), about the impact of health behaviors on oral health and overall health. Supplemental resources such as presentations on topics appropriate for students in grades 6-10, activity sheets for the classroom, and educational materials available from the Virginia Department of Health are also provided.

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Keywords: Oral health, School age children, School health education, Kindergarten, Elementary schools, Middle schools, Curricula, State programs, Virginia, Children, Adolescents

Society of Teachers of Family Medicine
11400 Tomahawk Creek Parkway, Suite 540
Leawood, KS 66211

Telephone: (913) 906-6000
Secondary Telephone: (800) 274-7928
Fax: (913) 906-6096
E-mail: stfmoffice@stfm.org
Website: http://www.stfm.org
Available from the website.

This curriculum resource describes competencies for oral health for the four-year medical school continuum. The curriculum resource provides an overview of educational methods and resources and assessment strategies for oral health to help physicians understand the relationships between oral and systemic disease. The suggested goals and objectives for teaching are aligned within the following six competencies for residency training (which have been defined by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education): patient care, medical knowledge, practice-based learning and improvement, interpersonal and communication skills, professionalism, and systems-based practice. Goals range from enhancing physicians' understanding of the anatomy and function of the oral cavity to developing physicians' interview, examination, counseling, and screening skills.

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Keywords: Oral health, Curricula, Professional education

Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center
U.S. Office of Head Start Telephone: (866) 763-6481
Website: http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc
Available from the website.

This tool is designed to help a program determine how well an early childhood assessment or curriculum aligns with the domains and domain elements identified in the Head Start Child Development and Early Learning Framework. Assessment tool levels include coverage and balance; depth and difficulty in assessing physical development and health; social and emotional development; approaches to learning; logic and reasoning; and knowledge and skills in literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, artistic expression, and English language.

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Keywords: Young children, Head Start, Child development, Assessment, Program evaluation, Curricula, Oral health

Share the Care, Dental Health Initiative of San Diego
San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency 3851 Rosecrans Street, Suite 522 MS: P511-H
San Diego, CA 92110-3115

Telephone: (619) 692-8858
Fax: (619) 692-8827
E-mail: contact@sharethecaredental.org
Website: http://www.sharethecaredental.org/
$21.95 includes shipping and handling.

This curriculum contains materials for an 8-week program designed o expand oral health knowledge and practice across a variety of populations in San Diego, California. Topics include (1) oral health basics: form and function; (2) causes and prevention of oral diseases; (3) beyond the basics of oral hygiene and aesthetics; (4) food choices for oral health; (5) other factors affecting oral health such as tobacco, alcohol, prescription and over-the-counter drugs, recreational drugs, herbal remedies, and oral embellishment; and (6) how to adapt the message to the audience through cultural sensitivity and communication. A final session provides a review, resources, and wrap-up materials and messages. Information about additional activities is also provided. [Funded in part by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

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Keywords: Oral health, Curricula, Dental hygiene, Disease prevention, Health promotion, Nutrition, Cultural sensitivity, Communication skills, Community health services

This curriculum has been prepared to assist Head Start teachers in offering oral health education to help children understand the importance of oral hygiene. The guide contains lesson plans for the following areas: introduction to the oral health program; visiting the dentist; awareness of the mouth; the important functions of the mouth; the importance of keeping teeth and gums clean; toothbrushing; the importance of fluoride and sealants; wise food choices for a healthy mouth; keeping teeth safe; and reinforcement activities for oral health.

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Keywords: Oral health, Young children, Health education, Curricula, Head Start, Spanish language materials

Tammy Vickers
West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Office of Maternal, Child and Family Health, Materials Management
State Capitol Complex building 3, Room 206
Charleston, WV 25305

Telephone: (304) 558-0684
Fax: (304) 558-1130
Website: http://www.wvdhhr.org/mcfh/
Available at no charge.

This manual is an oral health reference for 2nd- and 3rd-grade teachers. It has four parts. Part I covers basic facts; Part II contains a glossary and references; Part III includes lesson objectives and activities that can be used to teach good oral health habits to 2nd- and 3rd-grade students; and Part IV contains a list of videotapes and pamphlets.

Keywords: Oral health, Dental hygiene, Educational materials, Curricula, Child health, School health programs, Elementary education

Tammy Vickers
West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Office of Maternal, Child and Family Health, Materials Management
State Capitol Complex building 3, Room 206
Charleston, WV 25305

Telephone: (304) 558-0684
Fax: (304) 558-1130
Website: http://www.wvdhhr.org/mcfh/
Available at no charge.

This manual is an oral health reference for 4th- through 6th-grade teachers. It has four parts. Part I covers basic facts; Part II contains a glossary and references; Part III includes lesson objectives and activities that can be used to teach good oral health habits to 4th- through 6th-grade students; and Part IV contains a list of videotapes and pamphlets.

Keywords: Oral health, Dental hygiene, Educational materials, Curricula, Child health, School health programs, Elementary education

Tammy Vickers
West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Office of Maternal, Child and Family Health, Materials Management
State Capitol Complex building 3, Room 206
Charleston, WV 25305

Telephone: (304) 558-0684
Fax: (304) 558-1130
Website: http://www.wvdhhr.org/mcfh/
Available at no charge.

This curriculum guide for grades 7–9 provides resources for health education teachers. It includes lesson plans for oral health-related class activities, background materials and resources, and a glossary. Topics include structures of the mouth, dental disease, visiting the dental office, nutrition and oral health, brushing and flossing, fluoride, dental sealants, selecting oral health products, prevention of oral injury, dental first aid, and smokeless tobacco. Lesson plans identify objectives, materials and resources, and activities. The objectives of the guide are to help teachers provide instruction to students, identify potential dental problems, assist in obtaining dental treatment for indigent and students from families with low-incomes, and handle dental emergencies.

Keywords: Oral health, Dental hygiene, Educational materials, Curricula, Adolescents, Health education

Tammy Vickers
West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Office of Maternal, Child and Family Health, Materials Management
State Capitol Complex building 3, Room 206
Charleston, WV 25305

Telephone: (304) 558-0684
Fax: (304) 558-1130
Website: http://www.wvdhhr.org/mcfh/
Available at no charge.

This manual is an oral health reference for kindergarten and 1st-grade teachers. It has four parts. Part I covers basic facts; Part III contains a glossary and references; Part II includes lesson objectives and activities that can be used to teach good oral health habits to kindergarten and 1st-grade students; and Part IV contains a list of videotapes and pamphlets.

Keywords: Oral health, Dental hygiene, Educational materials, Curricula, Child health, School health programs, Elementary education

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.

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

Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities
Kansas State University Dole Hall 2323 Anderson Avenue, Suite 250
Manhattan, KS 66502-2312

Telephone: (785) 532-7197
Secondary Telephone: (800) 227-3578
Fax: (785) 532-7732
E-mail: baileyg@ksu.edu
Website: http://www.kccto.org
$15 for each manual or video; $45 for complete set, prepayment required by check or money order.

This curriculum comprises materials from a 6-hour course for child care providers, presented in two lessons, that focuses on the ways in which oral health is important to children's general health, well-being, and quality of life. The curriculum identifies best practices for oral-health education for child care providers, identifies child oral health concerns, makes providers aware of oral injuries that can occur, and embraces parents and community health members as oral health partners. The curriculum contains a trainer manual, a caregiver book, and a videotape. The videotape, titled Filling the Gap: Oral Health and Kansas Children, is available in English and Spanish.

Keywords: Oral health, Curricula, Child care workers, Injuries, Videotapes, Spanish language materials

Oregon Public Health Division
800 N.E. Oregon Street, Suite 930
Portland, OR 97232

Telephone: (971) 673-1222
Secondary Telephone: (971) 673-0372
Fax: (971) 673-1299
Website: http://public.health.oregon.gov/Pages/Home.aspx
Available from the website.

These training modules are designed to help medical and dental providers implement early childhood caries preventive services for infants and toddlers into their current practice. Topics include the prevalence and impact of oral disease, risk assessment, culturally-appropriate anticipatory guidance, fluoride varnish application, implementation, workflow tips, and access to care. The modules also provide examples of culturally-appropriate handouts, exam/waiting room posters, and anticipatory guidance that can be shared with parents and caregivers. No cost continuing education is available.

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Keywords: Oral health, Young children, Dental caries, Disease prevention, Fluorides, Primary care, Preventive health services, Training, Continuing education

National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center
Georgetown University Box 571272
Washington, DC 20057-1272

Telephone: (202) 784-9771
Fax: (202) 784-9777
E-mail: OHRCinfo@georgetown.edu
Website: http://www.mchoralhealth.org
Available from the website.

This curriculum was developed for Head Start classrooms in Maryland to help introduce positive oral health behaviors to young children. The lessons contain activities, songs, and projects. Also included in the curriculum are letters for parents to reinforce the concepts learned and to encourage them to participate in the learning process. Lesson topics include awareness of the mouth; plaque, tooth decay, and toothbrushing; visiting the dentist; and nutrition and wise food choices.

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Keywords: Oral health, Head Start, Curricula, Young children, Educational materials, Maryland

University of California, San Francisco School of Nursing, California Childcare Health Program
San Francisco, CA 94143

Telephone: (415) 476-4695
E-mail: abbey.alkon@nursing.ucsf.edu
Website: http://www.ucsfchildcarehealth.org
Available from the website.

This curriculum is written for health professionals and child care providers in California to promote oral health for infants and young children. Lessons address oral development, oral habits, health and oral hygiene, fluoridation, diet and nutrition, and injury prevention and care. Contents include an overview for trainers, a section on oral health basics, a wrap-around and wrapup section, and lists of organizational resources and educational materials. Appendices include a caries-risk assessment tool, a map of fluoridated areas by zip code, a brochure for parents, and an evaluation questionnaire.

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Keywords: Oral health, Curricula, Young children, Early childhood caries, Disease prevention, Early intervention, Dental hygiene, California

National Center for Farmworker Health
1770 FM 967
Buda, TX 78610

Telephone: (512) 312-2700
Secondary Telephone: (800) 531-5120
Fax: (512) 312-2600
E-mail: info@ncfh.org
Website: http://www.ncfh.org
Contact for cost information.

This training curriculum for lay health workers focuses on preventing common oral health problems and the barriers that keep farmworkers from being able to enjoy good oral health. The curriculum provides lessons and activities for training lay health workers about oral health issues that can be shared with communities. Topics include oral hygiene, tooth decay, gum disease, bottle feeding, oral injuries, and tooth extractions. Content is available in English and Spanish.

• Sample Lesson

Keywords: Oral health, Dental hygiene, Dental caries, Periodontal diseases, Early childhood caries, Disease prevention, Curricula, Community health workers, Training materials, Spanish language materials

National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center
Georgetown University Box 571272
Washington, DC 20057-1272

Telephone: (202) 784-9771
Fax: (202) 784-9777
E-mail: OHRCinfo@georgetown.edu
Website: http://www.mchoralhealth.org
Available for loan.

This curriculum comprises a series of learning modules about pregnancy and oral health and about early childhood and oral health. The modules, which are intended for use by parent educators, including home visitors from Early Head Start and other programs that support healthy pregnancy, provide a basis for education and training. Topics include the (1) effects of the mother's oral health on the fetus and newborn, (2) effects of pregnancy on oral health, (3) oral health care during pregnancy, (4) gingivitis and periodontitis, (5) oral hygiene habits, (6) action steps to a healthier mouth, and (7) nutrition. A flip chart is also provided, and is available in English and Spanish.

Keywords: Oral health, Curricula, Home health aides, Home visiting, Early Head Start, Parent education, Dental care, Dental hygiene, Young children, Pregnancy, Spanish language materials

National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center
Georgetown University Box 571272
Washington, DC 20057-1272

Telephone: (202) 784-9771
Fax: (202) 784-9777
E-mail: OHRCinfo@georgetown.edu
Website: http://www.mchoralhealth.org
Available from the website.

This curriculum is designed to help lay health workers and health professionals promote oral health for pregnant women and families with young children. The curriculum is divided into the following sections: adult/caregiver, infancy, toddler, early childhood, school age, and adolescence. Topics include fluoride in water, oral hygiene, nutrition, dental sealants, oral injury, mouthguards, tobacco, oral cancer, oral piercings, "lift-the-lip" protocols for young children, dental home, and tooth decay. Also included are instructions for obtaining a fluoride analysis of a water sample. Supplemental materials include handouts for caregivers (in English and Spanish), booklets for children, assessment tools, and flip cards. An introductory video is also available. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

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Keywords: Oral health, Curricula, Pregnant women, Young children, Children, Adolescents, Life course, Health promotion, Educational materials, Spanish language materials, Audiovisual materials

Learning Concept
2323 South 3600 West
Salt Lake City, UT 84119

Telephone: (800) 931-5965
Secondary Telephone: (801) 721-8116
Fax: (801) 977-0120
Website: http://www.thelearningconcept.net
$9.95 each, plus shipping and handling. Additional pricing discounts for practitioners and educators.

This CD-ROM contains a curriculum designed to teach children ages 5–10 and their parents about oral hygiene. The curriculum includes games, puzzles, and videotapes. Information on toothpastes, dental sealants, and toothbrushing and flossing techniques are included. Tips are provided to aid teachers and health professionals in using the CD-ROM in the classroom and in dental practice.

Keywords: Oral health, Curricula, Children, Dental hygiene, Dental care, CD-ROMs, Videotapes, Health education

AIDS Education and Training Centers National Resource Center
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, School of Nursing Francois-Xavier Bagnoud Center 30 Bergen Street, Eighth Floor
Newark, NJ 07107

Telephone: (973) 972-6587
Fax: (973) 972-0399
E-mail: info@aidsetc.org
Website: http://www.aidsetc.org
Available from the website. Document Number: HRSA Info. Ctr. HAB00367.

This curriculum for nursing professionals comprises four modules on oral health and HIV infection. The modules address oral health manifestations in all clients and managing clients with HIV infection, performing an oral health history and examination, treating pain, eliminating sources of infection, identifying and diagnosing pathology, facilitating maintenance of adequate nutrition, HIV-associated oral health emergencies, and oral health maintenance and client education.

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Keywords: Oral health, Nurses, Nursing, HIV, AIDS, Emergencies, Curricula, Resources for professionals, Training materials, Nursing education, Distance education, Adults

National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center
Georgetown University Box 571272
Washington, DC 20057-1272

Telephone: (202) 784-9771
Fax: (202) 784-9777
E-mail: OHRCinfo@georgetown.edu
Website: http://www.mchoralhealth.org
Available onsite only.

This curriculum on smokeless tobacco was designed for school-aged Native American children. It contains a flip chart, a teacher's manual, a student comic book, and stickers.

Keywords: Oral health, Smokeless tobacco, Health education, Curricula, American Indians, Children, Dental hygiene

Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, 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
Available from the website.

This resource comprises oral health presentations for teachers, school nurses, and other health and education professionals to use in conjunction with Missouri's health-education curriculum. Contents include presentations (in English and Spanish) for use with students in kindergarten through 12th grades. A version geared toward Native-American students is also available.

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Keywords: Oral health, School age children, Kindergarten, Elementary schools, Secondary schools, Children, Adolescents, Curricula, School health education, Missouri, Spanish language materials, American Indians

Kentucky Department for Public Health, Oral Health Program
275 East Main Street
Frankfort, KY 40621

Telephone: (502) 564-3246
Website: http://www.chfs.ky.gov/dph/info/dpqi/oralhealth.htm
Available from the website.

This manual is designed for use by cooperative extension service agents in Kentucky in assisting children in developing awareness, knowledge, and attitudes that will result in healthy behavior with respect to their oral health. The purpose of the manual is to provide education material for those who do not teach oral health on a regular basis. Contents include suggested learning activities corresponding to major topics and keyed to a school curriculum framework. Topics include the mouth, tooth development, tooth decay, preventing tooth decay, preventing periodontal disease, nutrition, tobacco, malocclusions, accidents, dentistry and oral health professionals. Each topic section contains the program objective, appropriate grade level (Kindergarten-grade 6), and information about materials, preparation, and procedures. The appendices contain a glossary of terms, information about the Kentucky Oral Health Program, and a dental first aid guide.

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Keywords: Oral health, School age children, Health education, Dental hygiene, Dental caries, First aid, Manuals

Kids Oral Health Partnership
11 Parkwood Drive
Augusta, ME 04330

Website: http://www.kidsoralhealthpartnership.org
Available from the website.

These training materials are designed to help health and early childhood professionals recognize early childhood caries (ECC), assess ECC risk, educate families, and provide referrals when appropriate. Contents include a letter describing the training, presentation slides, pre- and post-tests, educational materials for parents and other caregivers, and related resources. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

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Keywords: Oral health, Infants, Young children, Early childhood caries, Risk assessment, Anticipatory guidance, Referrals, Training materials

KidsHealth
Nemours 10140 Centurion Parkway
Jacksonville, FL 32256

Telephone: (904) 697-4100
Fax: (904) 697-4220
E-mail: comments@KidsHealth.org
Website: http://kidshealth.org
Available from the website.

This resource comprises a series of teacher guides and handouts to help students learn more about the teeth and mouth and the importance of oral health. Guides are provided for pre-kindergarten-grade 2, grades 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12 classroom use. Each guide includes standards, related links, discussion questions, activities for students, and reproducible materials. The guides and handouts are part of an integrated curriculum on how the body works and correlate with National Health Education Standards.

• Enter Mouth And Teeth In The Search Box To Get The Guides And Supporting Materials

Keywords: Oral health, Young children, School age children, School health education, Teaching, Materials for children

Florida Dental Association
1111 East Tennessee Street
Tallahassee, FL 32308-6914

Telephone: (800) 877-9922
Secondary Telephone: (850) 681-3629
Fax: (850) 561-0504
E-mail: fda@floridadental.org
Website: http://www.floridadental.org
Available from the website.

This curriculum is designed to teach students in kindergarten through eighth grades about the benefits of good oral health practices and the role of the dentist (and dental staff) in protecting their overall health and well-being. The lessons address the Sunshine State Standards for Health Education. A video series for students in kindergarten through fifth grades, including A Trip to the Dentist's Office, is also available.

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Keywords: Oral health, School age children, School health education, Curricula, Audiovisual materials, children

National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention
1600 Clifton Road
Atlanta, GA 30333

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

This website presents written expectations for what students should know and be able to do by grades 2, 5, 8, and 12 to promote personal, family, and community health. The standards provide a framework for curriculum development and selection, instruction, and student assessment in health education.

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Keywords: Oral health, School age children, Standards, Performance measures, Curriculum development, School health education

Beth Ogata
Pacific West MCH Distance Learning Network
University of Washington, Center on Human Development and Disability Box 357920
Seattle, WA 98195-7920

Telephone: (206) 543-7701
E-mail: chdd@u.washington.edu
Contact E-mail: bogata@u.washington.edu
Website: http://depts.washington.edu/chdd
Available from the website.

This curriculum is designed for health professionals who wish to learn more about nutrition and oral health for children, including children with special health care needs. The curriculum contains five modules: (1) typical oral health development in children, (2) nutrition-related risk factors for dental caries, (3) influence of special health care needs on oral health, (4) prevention of nutrition-related oral health problems, and (5) screening for nutrition-related oral health problems. Also included are a section on using the modules and a credits and acknowledgments section. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

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Keywords: Child health, Oral health, Nutrition, Children with special health care needs, Dental caries, Prevention, Screening, Curricula, Continuing education, Distance education, Dental education, Training materials, Children

National Institutes of Health, Office of Science Education
MSC 7804 6100 Executive Boulevard, Suite 3E01
Rockville, MD 20852

Telephone: (301) 402-2469
Fax: (301) 402-3034
E-mail: ose@science.education.nih.gov
Website: http://science.education.nih.gov
Available at no charge; also available from the website. Document Number: ISBN 1-929614-04-7; NIH 00-4869.

This module is designed for elementary school teachers and is meant to complement existing life science curricula in oral health at both state and local levels and to be consistent with the National Science Education Standards. The module's goals are to help students understand a set of basic scientific principles related to oral health, to experience the process of scientific inquiry and develop an enhanced understanding of the scientific methods, and to recognize the role of science in society and the relationship between basic science and human health. The six lessons in this module are (1) what do mouths do? (2) open wide—what's inside? (3) let's investigate tooth decay, (4) what lives inside your mouth? (5) what keeps your mouth healthy? and (6) what have you learned about the mouth? The module is organized into the following sections: (1) implementing the module, (2) using the CD-ROM, (3) using the student lessons, and (4) the student lessons. Additional sections contain resources for teachers, a glossary, references, and reproducible masters in English and Spanish. The enclosed CD-ROM contains an introduction to the National Institutes of Health; videotape clips, animations, and interactive games required to teach various activities within the lessons; supplemental animations for enhancing students' understanding of concepts presented in the print materials, and printable files of the module.

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Keywords: Oral health, Curricula, Educational materials, Elementary education, Audiovisual materials, CD-ROMs, Spanish language materials, Interactive media, School health education, Children

National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center
Georgetown University Box 571272
Washington, DC 20057-1272

Telephone: (202) 784-9771
Fax: (202) 784-9777
E-mail: OHRCinfo@georgetown.edu
Website: http://www.mchoralhealth.org
Available from the website.

This curriculum is designed to help health and early childhood professionals working in community settings (e.g., Head Start, home visiting, WIC staff) promote oral health in the course of promoting general health for infants, children, and their families. Topics include tooth decay, risk factors, and prevention; oral health risk assessment and oral health screening; and anticipatory guidance for parents. Each of the four modules includes an overview, learning objectives, key points, a post-test, and resources. A glossary and a list of presentations, print materials, and videotapes are also presented. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

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Keywords: Oral health, Curricula, Internet, Health personnel, Child care providers, Head Start, WIC Program, Infant health, Child health, Families, Parents, Dental caries, Risk factors, High risk children, Prevention, Screening, Anticipatory guidance, Distance education

National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center
Georgetown University Box 571272
Washington, DC 20057-1272

Telephone: (202) 784-9771
Fax: (202) 784-9777
E-mail: OHRCinfo@georgetown.edu
Website: http://www.mchoralhealth.org
Available for loan; select content also available from the website.

This curriculum is designed for health professionals and human services providers, including physicians, nurses, nutritionists, child care workers, and others. It is divided into five lessons: dental decay, early childhood caries, risk factors for dental decay, prevention, and what to do and how to do it. Each lesson consists of a statement of purpose, a lesson overview, learning goals, training session methods and activities, technical and factual information for developing lesson plans, and key terms. A glossary of terms is included. Appendices include materials such as sample educational brochures; printed PowerPoint presentation slides; a laminated reference chart; screening checklist labels; a CD-ROM; and two videotapes, one in English and one in Spanish, titled Baby Teeth: Love 'Em and Lose 'Em. A directory of towns in Connecticut with fluoridated public water supply systems is also included.

• Overview, Lessons, And PowerPoint Presentations

Keywords: Oral health, Curricula, Dental caries, Disease prevention, Connecticut, State programs, Spanish language materials

Columbia University Medical Center, School of Dental and Oral Surgery
630 West 168th Street, PH-7E
New York, NY 10032

Telephone: (212) 305-3890
Website: http://dental.columbia.edu
Available from the website.

This training program provides non-oral health professionals with an introduction to oral health and tooth decay in infants and toddlers. The program discusses the prevalence of tooth decay among children, tooth decay as a chronic disease, unmet oral health care needs among children, and the consequences of these unmet needs. Other topics include an overview of oral health in America, tooth decay, and periodontal disease and its consequences. Topics are reviewed in developmental time periods (from conception to birth and early childhood). Additional information about treatment options, action steps, recommendations for states, and other sources of program support are included, along with a list of references. The materials are presented in HTML and videotape formats. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

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Keywords: Oral health, Infants, Young children, Early childhood caries, Periodontal diseases, Disease prevention, Training materials, Professional training, Audiovisual materials, Distance education

Delaware Oral Health Coalition
Telephone: (302) 262-9459
E-mail: info@dohcsmiles.org
Website: http://www.DOHCSmiles.org
Available from the website.

This oral health curricula for schools in Delaware comprise units for kindergarten through 2nd grades, and 3rd through 5th, 6th through 8th, and 9th through 12th grades. Topics including toothbrushing, healthy foods and beverages, tooth decay, mouthguards, oral piercings, tobacco, and methamphetamine that are outlined in Delaware’s health education standards are discussed.

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Keywords: Oral health, School age children, Health education, Curricula, Elementary schools, High schools, Delaware

Veronica Newhart
Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Oral Health Program
1218 East Sixth Avenue
Helena, MT 59620

Telephone: (406) 444-0276
Contact E-mail: vnewhart@mt.gov
Website: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/publichealth/oralhealth
Available from the website.

These oral health education learning modules are intended for students in 1st through 5th grades in Montana. Each module focuses on one grade level and provides a summary of objectives, along with optional activities. Learning objectives and a list of materials are provided for each activity. Additional resources such as links to organizational websites and handouts are also included. Topics are addressed as age-appropriate and include tooth development and structure, tooth decay, oral disease, and injury prevention. All modules address oral hygiene and nutrition.

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Keywords: Oral health, School age children, Health education, Curricula, Elementary schools, Montana

Patricia Green
PDC Press Inc.
13 Hopkins Road
Williamsville, NY 14221

Telephone: (888) 292-1991
Secondary Telephone: (716) 633-6480
Fax: (716) 633-2435
E-mail: GregGeorge@lookmom.com
Contact E-mail: gingerkid1@aol.com
Website: http://www.lookmom.com
$129.95; may be ordered from the website. Reference guide, videotape, DVD-ROM also available for purchase separately at $9.95 each. Booklets also available at $25.00 per box of 100. Shipping and handling extra..

This kit contains a curriculum and supplemental materials for use by health professionals, teachers, parents, and other caregivers in helping infants, children, and adolescents from birth through age 18 establish and maintain positive oral health behaviors. The curriculum includes lesson plans for children ages 5-18 about tooth decay, teeth and bacteria, oral health habits, nutrition, dentistry as a career, and other topics, as well as reproducible handouts. The reference guide contains question and answer sections, explanatory diagrams, prevention checklists for infants, children, and adolescents from birth through age 16, and food charts. A 30-minute videotape for parents explains the dental caries process and how to begin an oral health regimen at home. A DVD for children ages 4-11 features a young boy who learns about oral hygiene and diet during his dental visit and teaches his mother what he learned. The kit also includes 50 copies of a booklet that provides information and interactive activities for children in pre-K through fifth grade. Also available in Spanish.

Keywords: Oral health, Dental care, Dental hygiene, Curricula, School health education, Audiovisual materials, Materials for children, Spanish language materials, Videotapes, DVDs

National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center
Georgetown University Box 571272
Washington, DC 20057-1272

Telephone: (202) 784-9771
Fax: (202) 784-9777
E-mail: OHRCinfo@georgetown.edu
Website: http://www.mchoralhealth.org
Available from the website. Document Number: HRSA Info. Ctr. MCH00417.

This curriculum was developed to help Head Start teachers instill positive oral health knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors in children and their families. It also serves as an introduction to good oral health habits for children. The curriculum comprises seven lesson plans. Each lesson plan contains learning objectives, background information for teachers, Head Start domains and elements, special instructions, a description of the main lesson plan, a list of materials needed to conduct the lesson, questions to check children’s knowledge and understanding, small group supplemental/enrichment activities, and a newsletter for parents. [Funded in part by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

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Keywords: Oral health, Head Start, Curricula, Maryland, Children

National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center
Georgetown University Box 571272
Washington, DC 20057-1272

Telephone: (202) 784-9771
Fax: (202) 784-9777
E-mail: OHRCinfo@georgetown.edu
Website: http://www.mchoralhealth.org
Available from the website.

These supplemental curriculum resources, designed primarily for classroom use, contain lessons that encourage children to take care of their teeth. The guides also teach children oral health concepts. Lessons and activities for students in kindergarten, second grade, and seventh grade are included and were endorsed by the South Carolina Department of Education in 2002–2003. The preschool guide, developed in 2005, draws from and was designed to be part of the original series. Each lesson includes a list of materials, background information, step-by- step instructions, and suggested extension and evaluation activities. The guides are also available on CD-ROM.

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Keywords: Oral health, Young children, School age children, Curricula, Preschool education, School health education, South Carolina, CD-ROMs

University of Connecticut Health Center
263 Farmington Avenue
Farmington, CT 06030

Telephone: (860) 679-2000
E-mail: ccda@up.uchc.edu
Website: http://www.uchc.edu
Available from the website.

This curriculum is intended for use by primary care physicians, residents, and medical students to improve their effectiveness in providing oral health services for infants and children in Connecticut. The curriculum includes lectures (in videotape or PowerPoint formats) and a case-study browser on topics such as infant oral health, tooth decay and its sequelae, understanding the etiology of tooth decay, screening children for tooth decay, and when to refer children to the dentist. Also provided are a faculty contact list, a directory of which towns in the state have fluoridated water, materials available for downloading to handheld computers, external Web links to relevant organizational sites, and a follow-up test. Continuing medical education credit is available.

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Keywords: Oral health, Dental care, Dental caries, Early childhood caries, Disease prevention, Pediatric dentistry, Professional education, Curricula, Case studies, Distance education, Adults

Texas Department of State Health Services, Oral Health Program
P.O. Box 149347, Mail Code 1938
Austin, TX 78714-9347

Telephone: (512) 776-7323
Fax: (512) 776-7256
E-mail: dental@dshs.state.tx.us
Website: http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/dental/default.shtm
Contact for cost information.

This oral health curriculum is designed for use in a classroom setting for adolescent parents, parents-to-be, and as a prep for parenting classes. The major goal of the program is to provide knowledge and teach skills that will enable students to enhance personal hygiene and overall self-esteem. The curriculum consists of three lesson plans with information on oral health care during pregnancy, oral health care for infants including information on tooth decay, and oral health care for preschool children. It includes a videotape (English and Spanish) and a poster illustrating tooth decay.

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Keywords: Oral health, Adolescent parents, Pregnant women, Parents, Dental hygiene, Perinatal health, Parent education, Curricula, Texas, Audiovisual materials, Spanish language materials

New York University College of Dentistry, Department of Pediatric Dentistry
Weissman, 421 First Avenue, 976
New York, NY 10010

Telephone: (212) 998-9656
Fax: (2120 995-4242
E-mail: lr3@nyu.edu
Available from the website.

This website offers a train-the-trainer continuing education course for health professionals who work with Early Head Start and Head Start. Topics include prenatal care, pregnancy, and oral health; oral pathology of the infant and young child; oral manifestation of systemic disease; tooth formation, tooth eruption, and teething; nutritive and nonnutritive sucking; acquisition of the oral flora; oral hygiene and preventing early childhood caries; fluoride benefits; diet and nutrition; oral facial trauma and child abuse; simple rules for good oral health; and a summary of anticipatory guidance. Also provided on the Web site are a completion certificate and quiz, references, and resources.

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Keywords: Oral health, Infant health, Teething, Child health, Early childhood caries, Disease prevention, Dental hygiene, Fluorides, Continuing education, Head Start, Professional education, Training, World Wide Web, Distance education, Young children

AIDS Education and Training Centers National Resource Center
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, School of Nursing Francois-Xavier Bagnoud Center 30 Bergen Street, Eighth Floor
Newark, NJ 07107

Telephone: (973) 972-6587
Fax: (973) 972-0399
E-mail: info@aidsetc.org
Website: http://www.aidsetc.org
Available from the website.

This curriculum includes three components: (1) a training course for oral health professionals, (2) oral health information for adults living with HIV/AIDS, and (3) oral health information for children living with HIV/AIDS. Topics include the health inventory and review of medically relevant information; oral manifestations of HIV, including clinical characteristics, diagnosis, and treatment recommendations; legal issues; special considerations; and management and evaluation of occupational exposures. The content is available in English and Spanish. The training course for oral health professionals is available on CD-ROM and as a print publication.

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• Spanish

Keywords: Oral health, Curricula, HIV, AIDS, Dental care, Patient care management, Special health care services, Spanish language materials, CD-ROMs, Children

Alabama Medicaid Agency
501 Dexter Avenue P.O. Box 5624
Montgomery, AL 36103-5624

Telephone: (334) 242-5000
Website: http://medicaid.alabama.gov
Contact for cost information.

This curriculum is intended to help health professionals encourage parents and other caregivers to schedule early oral health visits for children eligible for Medicaid. Contents include red-cote tablets, small handheld mirrors, stickers and temporary tattoos, five program posters, a notebook, four pamphlet packets, three certificate packets, a box of 1-minute timers, a binder of lesson plans, and a videotape. The binder contains oral-health-awareness lesson plans for preschool and elementary-school students focusing on the functions of the mouth, how to brush the teeth and why it is important to do so, good nutrition and healthy eating, and what dentists do. Additional activity handouts and fact sheets are also provided. The videotape covers three concepts: (1) taking charge to fight tooth decay, (2) taking children to the dentist for preventive care, and (3) getting the most from oral health visits.

Keywords: Oral health, Curricula, Videotapes, Posters, Dental hygiene, Dental care, Young children, Low income groups, Nutrition, Toothbrushing, Pediatric dentistry

Society of Teachers of Family Medicine
11400 Tomahawk Creek Parkway, Suite 540
Leawood, KS 66211

Telephone: (913) 906-6000
Secondary Telephone: (800) 274-7928
Fax: (913) 906-6096
E-mail: stfmoffice@stfm.org
Website: http://www.stfm.org
Available from the website.

This curriculum comprises eight modules addressing oral health for children, adults, pregnant women, and older adults. Modules include presenter notes, companion videos, an implementation guide, educational objectives, test questions, and text resources. Information to help clinicians obtain reimbursement from Medicaid programs for fluoride applications is included. Pocket cards and applications for handheld devices summarizing key point-of-care information on child oral health, adult oral health, and dental emergencies are available. Posters in English and Spanish may also be downloaded from the website.

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Keywords: Oral health, Children, Pregnant women, Curricula, Dental care, Financing, Resources for professionals, Continuing education, Spanish language materials, Distance education, Multimedia

American Dental Association
211 East Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611-2678

Telephone: (312) 440-2500
Fax: (312) 440-7494
E-mail: info@ada.org
Website: http://www.ada.org
Available from the website (curriculum and career program toolkit); see website for pricing for other materials).

These resources include an oral health curriculum (Smile Smarts!) for preschool through eighth grades and materials to introduce students to careers in oral health (dentistry, dental assisting, dental hygiene, and dental laboratory technology). Additional classroom ideas and resources are also provided.

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Keywords: Oral health, Young children, School age children, School health education, Curricula, Careers, Teaching, Dental education, Dentistry

National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center
Georgetown University Box 571272
Washington, DC 20057-1272

Telephone: (202) 784-9771
Fax: (202) 784-9777
E-mail: OHRCinfo@georgetown.edu
Website: http://www.mchoralhealth.org
Available for loan.

This curriculum, designed by and targeted to the Hispanic community, provides a culturally appropriate oral health education and outreach program. Developed primarily for agencies, schools, and individuals, the fully scripted Spanish-language curriculum consists of eight weekly, hour-long sessions: (1) introduction, establishing goals, and pretest; (2) tooth structure and function; (3) nutrition; (4) the first teeth; (5) periodontal disease; (6) dental sealants and fluoride; (7) dental visits; and (8) graduation and posttest.

Keywords: Oral health, Spanish language materials, Curricula, Educational materials, Cultural competence, Access to health care, Hispanic Americans, Health promotion, Home visiting

National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center
Georgetown University Box 571272
Washington, DC 20057-1272

Telephone: (202) 784-9771
Fax: (202) 784-9777
E-mail: OHRCinfo@georgetown.edu
Website: http://www.mchoralhealth.org
Single photocopies available at no charge.

These documents contain information from a symposium on the Healthy People 2010 Curriculum Task Force Report. The symposium, held during the 2005 annual meeting of the American Dental Education Association, was designed to seek input from the education community on the dental curriculum component of the overall curriculum framework. Background information and presentations on each of four main areas are discussed, including evidence base for practice, clinical preventive services and health promotion, health systems and health policy, and community aspects of practice. Results of a survey to assess the oral-healthpromotion and prevention curricula of U.S. dental schools are also presented.

Keywords: Oral health, Healthy People 2010, Curricula, Dental education, Health promotion, Conferences

Texas Department of State Health Services, Oral Health Program
P.O. Box 149347, Mail Code 1938
Austin, TX 78714-9347

Telephone: (512) 776-7323
Fax: (512) 776-7256
E-mail: dental@dshs.state.tx.us
Website: http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/dental/default.shtm
Available from the website.

This curriculum provides a basic comprehensive resource for educators to help foster parental involvement in oral health promotion for Texas children. The curriculum includes units for use with preschool-age children (including those in Head Start) and for children in grades K–6 in child care settings. Each curriculum includes resources for the teacher and each unit is titled separately: Superbrush; Something to Smile About; Miles of Smiles; Healthy Texas Teeth; Your Teeth, Your Responsibility; Special Care for Special Smiles; Dental Problems and Solutions; and Personal Choices for Dental Health. Teacher activity guides are also available. The pre-school and kindergarten curricula are also available in Spanish.

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Keywords: Oral health, Curricula, Health education, Children, Dental hygiene, Spanish language materials

University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
7703 Floyd Curl Drive
San Antonio, TX 78229

Telephone: (210) 567-7000
Website: http://www.uthscsa.edu
Available from the website.

This resource is designed to help teachers address oral health within a multidisciplinary health science curriculum for students in kindergarten through 12th grades. The curriculum was developed by university faculty and staff and K–12 teachers as part of an initiative that also includes teacher professional development programs and student activities and simulations. Oral health lessons address anatomy, nutrition, oral hygiene, mineralization, pathology, and tooth loss and replacement. Additional resources including slides, presentations, and pre- and post-tests are available from the website.

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Keywords: Oral health, School age children, School health education, Curricula, Children

Kansas Head Start Association
925 Vermont
Lawrence, KS 66044

Telephone: (785) 856-3132
Fax: (785) 824-2087
E-mail: khsa@kc.rr.com
Website: http://www.ksheadstart.org
Available for loan; also available from the website.

This kit is intended to provide a framework that parent educators, including home visitors from Early Head Start and other organizations, can use to design oral-health-education and training experiences for pregnant women. Contents include a brochure; a flip chart with text, illustrations, and color photographs; and a curriculum. The brochure highlights basic oral health activities for pregnancy. The flip chart is formatted to cover a specific oral health topic for pregnant women on one side of each page, with topic-related anticipatory guidance and facts for the oral health educator on the other. The curriculum provides presentation slides and seven training modules, which address the following topics: (1) effects of the mother's oral health on the fetus and the newborn, (2) effects of pregnancy on oral health, (3) oral health care during pregnancy, (4) gingivitis and periodontitis, (5) oral hygiene habits, (6) action steps to a healthier mouth, and (7) nutrition. The brochure and flip chart are available in English and Spanish. Also available are a mirror cling to encourage daily oral hygiene, care cards about toothbrushing and healthy eating and drinking for young children, a list of books and activities for young children, and a tutorial for non-oral-health professionals who work with infants, children, and adults with disabilities.

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Keywords: Oral health, Early Head Start, Curricula, Health education, Pregnant women, Parent education, Home visiting, Dental care, Dental hygiene, Spanish language materials

Procter and Gamble Company, School Programs
One Procter & Gamble Plaza
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Website: http://www.pgschoolprograms.com
Available from the website.

This website provides materials for teachers to educate students in first grade about the importance of oral hygiene. Contents include an educator's guide, lesson plans, and answers to frequently asked questions. The lesson plans contain activities and/or worksheets and some meet the national standard requirements. Supplemental materials such as toothbrushing and flossing demos and tips, an animated video, bilingual take-home learning aids, recommended children's books, and links to related websites are also included.

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Keywords: Oral health, School age children, Dental hygiene, School health education, Curricula

Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center
U.S. Office of Head Start Telephone: (866) 763-6481
Website: http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc
Available from the website.

This document provides a framework for Head Start and other programs serving children ages 3–5, including children who are dual language learners and children with special health care needs, on key elements of school readiness. The framework is intended to guide programs in making curriculum and assessment decisions and connecting child-assessment data to aspects of Head Start program design, including school readiness goals consistent with state and local expectations. Additionally, the framework is intended to guide the collection of child-assessment data for other early childhood reporting systems, if such data are locally required. Contents include a description of 11 domains of child development and early learning deemed essential for school and long-term success, domain elements, and examples. The document is available in English and Spanish.

• English
• Spanish

Keywords: Head Start, Young children, Early childhood development, Learning, Outcome and process assessment, Data collection, School readiness, Spanish language materials, Oral health

HOPE Project
North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition 9500 Gilman Drive, MC 8450
La Jolla, CA 92093

Telephone: (858) 534-9454
Fax: (858) 534-9404
E-mail: hopeproject@ucsd.edu
Contact E-mail: jshuang@ucsd.edu
Website: http://www.naspghan.org/wmspage.cfm?parm1=28
Available from the website.

This brochure describes a curriculum designed to educate clinicians and clinicians in training about how to recognize children at risk for obesity and its co-morbidities and how to promote healthy weight among children and families. The brochure provides an overview of the HOPE (Health and Obesity: Prevention and Education) Project and describes the curriculum format, topics, and objectives; educational targets; and sample resources. Continuing education, maintenance of board certification, and professional society support are also addressed.

• Brochure
• How To Join

Keywords: Child health, Curricula, Health professions, Interdisciplinary training, Health promotion, Nutrition, Obesity, Oral health, Program descriptions, Brochures, Distance education, Children

Diana Rothweiler
Henderson County Department of Public Health
1347 Spartanburg Highway, Suite 100
Hendersonville, NC 28792

Telephone: (828) 692-4223
Contact Phone: (828) 694-6067
Website: http://www.hendersoncountync.org/health
Single copies available at no charge.

This curriculum contains materials designed for classroom use by early childhood educators in teaching children ages 2 through 5 about oral health. Topics include structure of the mouth, toothbrushing, nutrition, visiting the dentist, and oral health and safety. Each kit includes art supplies, toothbrushes, dramatic play articles, puzzles, a library of storybooks, and other activities for preschool-age children. A brochure describing the kit is provided. Additional materials and a supply list with source and cost information are also available from the Web site.

Keywords: Oral health, Curricula, Young children, Preschool children, Dental hygiene, Nutrition, Health education, Educational materials

National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center
Georgetown University Box 571272
Washington, DC 20057-1272

Telephone: (202) 784-9771
Fax: (202) 784-9777
E-mail: OHRCinfo@georgetown.edu
Website: http://www.mchoralhealth.org
Available for loan.

This curriculum is intended for use by elementary school educators (grades K-6) in teaching students to make choices that will develop and maintain good oral health throughout their lives. Topics include the structures of the mouth, dental disease, visiting the dental office, diet and oral health, brushing and flossing, fluoride, dental sealants, prevention of oral injury, smokeless tobacco, and selecting oral health care products. The curriculum contains four to six lesson plans per grade, some of which contain guided lessons for a given topic. Each lesson plan includes the purpose of the lesson, the student learning objectives, a detailed list of materials needed to teach the objectives, and information on key concepts and teaching strategies. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Keywords: Oral health, Young children, Children, Dental hygiene, Nutrition, Fluorides, Flossing, Dental sealants, Early childhood caries, Dental caries, Curricula, School health education

Judith Feinstein
Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Oral Health Program
11 State House Station Key Plaza, 286 Water Street, Fifth Floor
Augusta, ME 04333-0011

Telephone: (207) 287-2361
Secondary Telephone: (800) 606-0215
Fax: (207) 287-7213
E-mail: judith.a.feinstein@maine.gov
Website: http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/bohdcfh/odh
Available at no charge.

This fact sheet describes an oral health curriculum developed as part of a comprehensive school-health-education program in Maine. The fact sheet provides information about the curriculum format, methodologies, components, and topics.

Keywords: Oral health, Elementary schools, School age children, Health education, Curricula, Resources for professionals, Children

Health Education Resource Exchange
Washington State Department of Health P.O. Box 47833
Olympia, WA 98504-7833

Telephone: (360) 236-3736
Fax: (360) 664-4500
E-mail: here@doh.wa.gov
Website: http://here.doh.wa.gov
Available from the website.

This curriculum for teachers, school nurses, and student instructors in Washington promotes oral health and learning among students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grades. Topics include the importance of oral health; tooth decay; fluoride, dental sealants, and nutrition; toothbrushing and flossing; tobacco, alcohol, and illicit drugs; injury prevention; and visiting the dental office.

• Curriculum

Keywords: Oral health, Children, Adolescents, Curricula, School health education, Washington, Spanish language materials

Toothfairy Island
360 San Miguel, Suite 204
Newport Beach, CA 92660

Telephone: (949) 552-1756
Secondary Telephone: (877) 233-9033
E-mail: info@ToothfairyIsland.com
Website: http://www.ToothfairyIsland.com
Order from the website for a charge (materials priced separately; call for volume pricing).

These materials provide information on oral health from infancy through adolescence. Contents include lesson plans and related products such as coloring pages, games, puzzles, puppets, stickers, videos, and worksheets. The lesson plans draw from multiple learning modes (visual, kinesthetic, auditory, musical), incorporate information on related topics such as nutrition and injury prevention, and are available in English and Spanish. The materials are part of a program that is designed to meet the American Academy of General Dentistry's Oral Health Literacy Guidelines and has been adopted by the National Children's Oral Health Foundation.

• Materials

Keywords: Oral health, Infants, Young children, School age children, Teaching, Audiovisual materials, Spanish language materials

National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center
Georgetown University Box 571272
Washington, DC 20057-1272

Telephone: (202) 784-9771
Fax: (202) 784-9777
E-mail: OHRCinfo@georgetown.edu
Website: http://www.mchoralhealth.org
Available for loan.

This home study module is part of a New Mexico program to create a network of skilled health professionals that provide oral health care to individuals with developmental disabilities (DD). Sections include an overview of providing care for individuals with DD, a curriculum for special needs certification, oral health quality evaluation criteria, examples of documents from current networks, strategies to ensure that scheduled appointments are kept, individuals with DD oral health care network product lists, articles for review, and 12 training modules. A review of legal issues for treating individuals with DD is included. Samples forms and illustrations are included, as well.

Keywords: Children with special health care needs, Developmental disabilities, Dental care, Curricula, Educational materials, Certification, Special health care services, Resources for professionals, State programs, New Mexico, Oral health

National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center
Georgetown University Box 571272
Washington, DC 20057-1272

Telephone: (202) 784-9771
Fax: (202) 784-9777
E-mail: OHRCinfo@georgetown.edu
Website: http://www.mchoralhealth.org
Available at no charge; also available from the website. Document Number: HRSA Info. Ctr. MCH00192.

This brochure provides information on two curricula and one continuing education course on oral health-promotion and oral disease-prevention services. The first curriculum is designed to assist health professionals in managing the oral health of infants and young children. The second curriculum is designed to help health and early childhood professionals working in community settings (e.g., Head Start and WIC staff) promote oral health in the course of promoting general health for infants, children, and their families. The continuing education course provides oral health professionals (dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants) with information to ensure that young children with special health care needs have access to health-promotion and disease-prevention services that address their unique oral health needs in a comprehensive, family-centered, and community-based manner. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

• PDF
• Online Order Form

Keywords: Oral health, Training materials, Continuing education, Resources for professionals, Curricula, Children, Infants

National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center
Georgetown University Box 571272
Washington, DC 20057-1272

Telephone: (202) 784-9771
Fax: (202) 784-9777
E-mail: OHRCinfo@georgetown.edu
Website: http://www.mchoralhealth.org
Available from the website.

This curriculum was developed for use by staff in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). The lessons introduce mothers to good oral health care for children, good nutrition for oral health, the child's first oral health visit, and oral health for pregnant women. Each lesson plan is accompanied by an activity page for parents and children to complete together. Coordinating bulletin board layouts are also available for use in conjunction with the lesson plans or alone.

• PDF

Keywords: Oral health, Curricula, Nutrition, Dental care, Maryland, WIC Program, Educational materials, Children

National Institutes of Health, Office of Research on Women's Health
6707 Democracy Blvd. Suite 400
Bethesda, MD 20892-5484

Telephone: (301) 402-1770
Fax: (301) 402-1798
E-mail: odorwh-research@mail.nih.gov
Website: http://www4.od.nih.gov/orwh/
Available at no charge. Document Number: NIH 994399.

This report presents results from a survey of U.S. and Canadian dental schools conducted during 1997 by the American Association of Dental Schools. The report focuses on how women's health and oral health issues are addressed in the dental school curriculum. The appendices contain an annotated bibliography of research on oral and craniofacial health and disease in women, as well as articles and other documents (testimony, statistical charts and graphs, models, and samples) related to oral health education and women's health.

Keywords: Dental education, Dental schools, Professional education, Dentists, Dentistry, Women's health, Women, Oral health