Schools and school nurses can play a role in enhancing children's oral health. Through education, screening, and preventative care we can improve oral health for all people in Maine.
- Maine CDC Oral Health Program
- The Children's Oral Health Network of Maine has collaborated with school nurses and other partners to create a toolkit. Visit Connecting Schools to Oral Health Services to find the School-Based Oral Health Toolkit A Resource for School Nurses.
- American Academy of Pediatrics recognizes the role of schools in oral health and outlines the components of an effective school-based program.
- US CDC Oral Health in Schools
- Oral Health: Tips for Families from the National Center on Early Childhood Health and Wellness
- Department of Health and Human Services: Fluoride Facts for Parents
Links to organizations and resources are for reference and information only and do not imply endorsement by the
Maine Department of Education.
Contact
Emily Poland, MPH, RN, NCSN
School Nurse Consultant
Coordinated School Health Team Leader
Email: emily.poland@maine.gov
Chantelle Roddy
School Oral Health Program
Project Coordinator MCD Global
Email: croddy@mcd.org