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The Studies That Shaped A Science-Based Profession, Christopher J. Smiley Mar 2020

The Studies That Shaped A Science-Based Profession, Christopher J. Smiley

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

Editorial on science-based public health policy and the lessons of the Grand Rapids Study.


Celebrate! The Legacy Of Community Water Fluoridation Continues In Grand Rapids, James Wieland Dds Mar 2020

Celebrate! The Legacy Of Community Water Fluoridation Continues In Grand Rapids, James Wieland Dds

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

Michigan dentistry continues to tell the world about the great advance in public health that began in Grand Rapids 75 years ago. This article looks back at past commemorations, and a tribute to those who worked so hard to make a permanent monument to community water fluoridation.


Community Water Fluoridation’S Legacy: Protect It Or Lose It, Johnny Johnson Dmd, Ms Mar 2020

Community Water Fluoridation’S Legacy: Protect It Or Lose It, Johnny Johnson Dmd, Ms

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

This article presents advocacy strategies to promote and preserve community water fluoridation initiatives. The American Fluoridation Society, patterned after the British Fluoridation Society, brings dentists, health experts, and other allies and provides evidence-based resources to address a broad spectrum of assertion by fluoridation opponents.


The Flint Water Crisis And Community Water Fluoridation: A Lesson In Communication. Communicating With The Public And Connecting With Community Leaders, Traci J. Dantzler Dds, Raymond Gist Dds Mar 2020

The Flint Water Crisis And Community Water Fluoridation: A Lesson In Communication. Communicating With The Public And Connecting With Community Leaders, Traci J. Dantzler Dds, Raymond Gist Dds

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

This article presents how not only was Flint’s water compromised lead contamination of residential waterlines during the Flint Water Crisis, but area dentists had to work hard to refute unsubstantiated claims that adding fluoride to the community water supply increased the level of lead in the water. Oral health advocacy to reassure citizens and build confidence in the community water supply following remediation efforts required sharing the best evidence while most importantly actively listening to assure that community members were heard; that they felt that they have a voice, and to know that we are here to listen to their …


Older Adults’ Expectations, And Knowledge Of Oral Health Issues: A Study Of Arkansas Seniors, Virginia Marie Hardgraves Aug 2019

Older Adults’ Expectations, And Knowledge Of Oral Health Issues: A Study Of Arkansas Seniors, Virginia Marie Hardgraves

Graduate Theses and Dissertations

The life expectancy of the U. S. population is increasing. The advantages of fluoridated water, dental insurance, greater awareness of preventive oral healthcare measures, and more restorative dental services, have helped this generation of adults maintain their teeth into their advanced years. The demand for oral health care services will be greater and more complex that of previous generations. Challenges for the older adult, and the healthcare system providing for them, are complex. Increasing evidence of a link between oral health and overall health underscores the need to promote public health awareness of the need for dental care to be …


Creating Oral Health Awareness: Happy Teeth Make Healthy Teeth, Roseanna M. Torres, Dirien Santos, Tatyana Aksaeva, Hanna Jo, Nastassia Liaushun, Anty Lam Apr 2019

Creating Oral Health Awareness: Happy Teeth Make Healthy Teeth, Roseanna M. Torres, Dirien Santos, Tatyana Aksaeva, Hanna Jo, Nastassia Liaushun, Anty Lam

Publications and Research

No abstract provided.


Assessing Participants’ Feedback To Dental Screening Provided By New York City College Of Technology’S Dental Hygiene Students, Dirien Santos, Roseanna M. Torres, Nazrin Akbarova, Susan Davide Dec 2018

Assessing Participants’ Feedback To Dental Screening Provided By New York City College Of Technology’S Dental Hygiene Students, Dirien Santos, Roseanna M. Torres, Nazrin Akbarova, Susan Davide

Publications and Research

The purpose of this research is to determine if CUNY students, faculty and staff are aware of the Dental Hygiene Program and services located at New York City College of Technology (NYCCT). Dental Hygiene students at NYCCT provide educational, clinical and therapeutic services to the public in accordance with individual state Dental Hygiene practice acts. Prevention and treatment of oral disease are recognized as important factors in a patient's overall health and well-being. Dental hygienists are important members of the dental health care team providing these services. The first phase of the project consisted of a free dental screening event …


Integrating Oral Health Into Social Marketing Campaigns: Program Development And Description For San Francisco Children’S Oral Health Strategic Plan, Carsen Bentley Aug 2018

Integrating Oral Health Into Social Marketing Campaigns: Program Development And Description For San Francisco Children’S Oral Health Strategic Plan, Carsen Bentley

Pacific Journal of Health

Integrating oral health into an existing San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) social marketing campaign was a specific goal of the San Francisco Children’s Oral Health Strategic Plan 2014-2017 with the purpose to more fully integrate oral health promotion into the City’s overall health promotion efforts. In the winter of 2015, utilizing a collaborative approach, oral health was successfully integrated in the Open Truth campaign, promoting decreased consumption of sugar sweetened beverages in order to improve health outcomes, including decreasing tooth decay.


Understanding The New Blood Pressure Guidelines, Susan H. Davide, Anty Lam May 2018

Understanding The New Blood Pressure Guidelines, Susan H. Davide, Anty Lam

Publications and Research

Oral health professionals who are well versed in the new guidelines will be best prepared to handle the implications on patient care.


Healthy Teeth: Building Dental Health Awareness Among Head Start Parents, Marisol Cruz Dec 2017

Healthy Teeth: Building Dental Health Awareness Among Head Start Parents, Marisol Cruz

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

In the U.S and state of California, tooth decay is the most common chronic disease and concerning health issue among children. The Head Start program in Monterey County serves about 1, 245 children annually from birth to five years of age. One requirement is that children obtain dental health checkups every six months, and receive dental treatment, if needed, as part of adhering to California's dental periodicity schedule. Over the past years, an increase of failed dental health assessments was observed among many children enrolled in the program. Obtaining and following through with treatment was an obstacle. The purpose of …


The Relationship Of A Healthy Mouth To General Health And Illness, American Dental Association Jan 2017

The Relationship Of A Healthy Mouth To General Health And Illness, American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.


Why Does Oral Health In Long-Term Care Residents Matter? Talking Points For Administrators, American Dental Association Jan 2017

Why Does Oral Health In Long-Term Care Residents Matter? Talking Points For Administrators, American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.


Community Dental Health Coordinator Program Overview And Planning For Communities, American Dental Association Jan 2015

Community Dental Health Coordinator Program Overview And Planning For Communities, American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.


Developing A Long-Term Care Dental Training Program: A Maryland Experience, American Dental Association Jan 2015

Developing A Long-Term Care Dental Training Program: A Maryland Experience, American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.


10 Steps To Collaborating With Pediatric Medical Providers, American Dental Association Jan 2015

10 Steps To Collaborating With Pediatric Medical Providers, American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.


10 Steps To Full Authorization Of A Community Dental Health Coordinator In Your State, American Dental Association Jan 2015

10 Steps To Full Authorization Of A Community Dental Health Coordinator In Your State, American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.


10 Steps To Increase Provider Participation In Medicaid And Reduce Associated Administration Burdens, American Dental Association Jan 2015

10 Steps To Increase Provider Participation In Medicaid And Reduce Associated Administration Burdens, American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.


10 Steps To Pilot A Community Dental Health Coordinator Sabbatical In Your State, American Dental Association Jan 2015

10 Steps To Pilot A Community Dental Health Coordinator Sabbatical In Your State, American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.


Community Dental Health Coordinator Brochure "My Community Deserves A Healthy Future", American Dental Association Jan 2015

Community Dental Health Coordinator Brochure "My Community Deserves A Healthy Future", American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.


Coalitions 101 Questions And Answers, American Dental Association Jan 2015

Coalitions 101 Questions And Answers, American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.


Dentistry In Long-Term Care: Creating Pathways To Success Ce, American Dental Association Jan 2015

Dentistry In Long-Term Care: Creating Pathways To Success Ce, American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.


Sample News Release, American Dental Association Jan 2015

Sample News Release, American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.


Sample Op Ed: Dental Care Supports Longer, Happier Life In Nursing Homes, American Dental Association Jan 2015

Sample Op Ed: Dental Care Supports Longer, Happier Life In Nursing Homes, American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.


Sample Social Media Posts, American Dental Association Jan 2015

Sample Social Media Posts, American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.


Implementing A Basic Community Dental Health Coordinator Program, American Dental Association Jan 2015

Implementing A Basic Community Dental Health Coordinator Program, American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.


5 Steps To Promote Incurred Medical Expense (Ime) Reimbursement In Your State, American Dental Association Jan 2015

5 Steps To Promote Incurred Medical Expense (Ime) Reimbursement In Your State, American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.


10 Steps To Contracting With A Health Center, American Dental Association Jan 2015

10 Steps To Contracting With A Health Center, American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.


10 Steps To Medical-Dental Collaboration, American Dental Association Jan 2015

10 Steps To Medical-Dental Collaboration, American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.


10 Steps To Starting A Head Start Program In Your Office, American Dental Association Jan 2015

10 Steps To Starting A Head Start Program In Your Office, American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.


10 Steps To Start A Cdhc Training Program At A College Or University, American Dental Association Jan 2015

10 Steps To Start A Cdhc Training Program At A College Or University, American Dental Association

Action for Dental Health

No abstract provided.