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Data Brief: Assessment of Oral Cancer Screenings and Knowledge of Human Papillomavirus Among Dentists and Dental Hygienists in Ohio

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The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) conducted a survey of Ohio dentists and dental hygienists to assess their knowledge of, attitudes about, and practices related to oral cancer screenings (OCSs), Human Papillomavirus (HPV), and the HPV vaccine. The...

Oral-Systemic Interactions and Medical-Dental Integration: A Life Course Approach

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This report from CareQuest Institute provides a comprehensive overview of the bidirectional nature of oral and systemic diseases across different life phases and discusses how medical-dental integration (MDI) can improve access to care, health outcomes...

How Medical Providers Can Help Improve Oral Health for Head Start Participants

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Medical providers, including physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and physician assistants, play an essential role in improving the oral health of Head Start participants. They often see children and expectant parents earlier and more frequently than...

Oral-Systemic Interactions and Medical-Dental Integration A Life Course Approach

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Oral health is a core component of overall health; a healthy mouth and a healthy body are bidirectionally related. An umbrella review shows that, as of 2022, researchers had published 293 systematic reviews with meta-analyses on the links between oral...

The Five Things Dentists Wished PCPs Weren't Missing

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Dentists are urging primary care doctors to pay closer attention to signs of illness that may show up in the mouth. From overlooked gum disease to suspicious lesions, oral health can provide a critical window into broader medical concerns. A recent...

Capacity Inventory for Integrating Oral Health Care and Primary Care for Pregnant Women

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This tool was developed to assist statesa in their efforts to improve their capacity to integrate oral health care and primary care for pregnant women. The purpose of the tool is to help state oral health program staff assess systems-level capacity...

Best Practice Approach: Early Childhood Caries—Prevention and Management

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A Best Practice Approach Report describes a public health strategy, assesses the strength of evidence for the effectiveness of the strategy, and uses practice examples to illustrate successful/innovative implementation.

Networks for Oral Health Integration (NOHI) Within the Maternal and Child Health Safety Net

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The Networks for Oral Health Integration (NOHI) Within the Maternal and Child Health Safety Net projects funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau collaborated to develop an environmental scan tool to gain knowledge about factors that could impact...

Pediatricians and Pediatric Oral Health: Knowledge and Attitudes about SDF in Pediatric Practice

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Pediatric dental disease, while largely preventable, continues to impact too many children and families, particularly those disproportionately impacted by racial and economic inequalities. Pediatricians are essential partners in keeping children’s teeth...

February is National Children's Dental Health Month

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The February 2024 National Children's Dental Health Month (NCDHM) is brought to you by the ADA. This month-long national health observance brings together thousands of dedicated professionals, healthcare providers, and educators to promote the benefits of...