Kentucky Oral Health Coalition

04/10/2026

Highlighting Kentucky's "Study Your Sip" program ensuring that Kentuckians can do all they can to reduce tooth decay. The Kentucky Oral Health Branch offers free water test and fluoride supplement to anyone in the state who qualifies! Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hvQOyx

04/08/2026

Each April the KOHC partners with the Face It Movement to build awareness and connection among oral health professionals, advocates, families, and community members to help prevent child abuse and neglect. We are all in a unique position to help strengthen families and prevent child abuse in multiple ways. Learn more in our latest blog: https://bit.ly/4c99yTl

03/26/2026

Join us tomorrow at 10am EST!
Register: https://bit.ly/4qKgQSU

Learn about the powerful work happening in Rural Kentucky for oral health access, hear updates from the University of Pikeville's College of Dental Medicine, and policy updates from KOHC and Kentucky Board of Dentistry. CEUs are avaliable for KOHC members.

03/13/2026

As we welcome the first signs of Spring in Kentucky, our lawmakers continue working on crafting a state budget and passing legislation in Frankfort. Read more in our latest blog, and join us during our March Quarterly Meeting on the 27th for an in-depth discussion: https://bit.ly/3Ndi63i

03/11/2026

Agenda Is Live! Join Us for the Next KOHC Quarterly Meeting on March 27.

We’re bringing together leaders from across Kentucky to share updates and explore opportunities to improve oral health across the Commonwealth through policy and advocacy. Highlights are:

-Rural Health Transformation Grant Update from Dr. Pam Stein
-University of Pikeville Tanner College of Dental Medicine Updates from Dr. Jill Keaton
-Kentucky Board of Dentistry with Policy updates from Jeffrey Allen

Read our full public agenda: https://bit.ly/4b3V4VJ

03/03/2026

Just Added: FAQ Fluoride on KOHC's website!

You can now access our latest Fluoride educational material on our resource hub!
Check out today: https://bit.ly/3LyjZmE

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02/20/2026

In case you missed it, registration for our March Quarterly Meeting is open!

Register🔗 : https://bit.ly/4qKgQSU

On March 17th, join partners and advocates from across Kentucky to virtually connect and stay informed on key oral health efforts happening throughout this legislative session. Dental and dental hygiene CEUs will be available for current KOHC members. Not a member? Follow the link after registration. A special thanks to CareQuest Institute for Oral Health for their support of this meeting.

02/12/2026

Healthy smiles start at home! In our latest guest blog, Dr. Cristina Perez, pediatric dentist, shares essential tips for providers, caregivers, and policymakers to keep children's health in mind all February long. Read now: https://bit.ly/4rNemnx

Guest blog by Cristina Perez, DDS, MS: February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and as a pediatric dentist, I see this month as more than a reminder to brush and floss. It’s an opportunity to reflect on how oral health is inseparable from a

02/06/2026

Advocates, mark your calendars!
Our March Quarterly Meeting will on March 27th at 10AM EST. We will e sharing registration and agenda shortly, be sure to follow us on social media and sign up for our email blasts to stay updated: https://bit.ly/3WwfpLA

02/02/2026

KOHC celebrates National Children’s Dental Health Month, a time to highlight the importance of supporting oral health access for children and young people. Every child deserves a healthy smile so they can speak, eat, and learn without pain. In recognition of this month, we’re sharing basic oral hygiene tips to help young people stay healthy and engaged.

Read our latest blog to learn more: https://bit.ly/3ZdhGwi

February is the time to spread awareness about National Children’s Dental Health Month. Every child deserves a healthy smile so they can talk, eat, and learn without pain. Starting healthy routines early can make a lifelong difference, so here are some ways parents and

01/30/2026

New KOHC Resource!📣

In collaboration with National Fluoride Day (Jan 25th) we have released a new Fluoride FAQ Fact Sheet to support informed, evidence-based conversations about community water fluoridation in Kentucky. This FAQ is designed for advocates, oral health professionals, and community leaders in Kentucky and is available to print and share directly from our website. We encourage you to use this when speaking to legislators. Access today: https://bit.ly/4a2vsqm

01/29/2026

House Bill 103 has advanced out of committee. We ask all members to call their legislators and urge them to vote no on HB 103. Message line: 1-800-372-7181 Find your legislator: https://bit.ly/3VRiSE7

“Maintaining comprehensive community water-fluoridation programs promotes a healthy, more engaged workforce."

Kentucky requires water utilities serving more than 3,000 customers to add low levels of fluoride to drinking water.