Maine Oral Health Program

Resources

Fluoride To Swish or Not to Swish, That is the Question

School Oral Health Program for School Administrators

  • A Healthy Smile For ME was developed by Nicole M. Breton RDH, BS in collaboration with the Oral Health Program, Maine Center for Disease Control, Department of Health & Human Services, for use by school administrators in school oral health education programs (powerpoint* | pdf*)
  • Tasty Treats for the Teeth (pdf*)
  • Powerpoint for School Administrators (powerpoint*) (pdf*)

Finding and Providing Dental Care

  • For assistance finding a dental practice that will accept MaineCare members, call MaineCare Member Services at 1-800-977-6740
  • Dental Clinics and Services for Maine residents (word* | pdf*) – This directory provides detailed descriptions of Maine’s dental clinics and services including requirements and restrictions and is meant to provide a resource for health and social services providers likely to be assisting clients in obtaining the dental care they need.
  • Public and Private Clinics in Maine - an abbreviated listing of the resources included in the directory.
  • Safety Net Dental Clinic Manual External site disclaimer - This online practical and comprehensive reference manual provides information on all aspects of dental clinic development as well as ongoing operations.

Educational Resources

  • Primary Smiles - A Bibliography of Children's Books on Oral Health
  • Tubs by Topic - (Adobe PDF*) An educational loan program sponsored by the Maine Oral Health Program. Materials contained in each tub provide tools to facilitate or enhance lessons on a defined topic.
  • National Museum of Dentistry External site disclaimer - Smile-inspiring exhibitions and innovative programs make a impact to educate the public about the importance of good oral health to a healthy life.
  • Nutrition Education External site disclaimer - Oral Health bulletin board resources
  • Dental Injuries (powerpoint*)
  • Dental Injuries 101 (powerpoint*) (pdf*)
  • Meth Mouth Fact Sheets (word*) (pdf*)

Dental Sealants