Healthy Teeth, Healthy Children: A PA Medical/Dental Partnership

10/20/2025

We are thrilled to partner with The American Institute of Dental Public Health to kick off this year's LGBTQIA+ Oral Health Week under the powerful theme:
“Dental Care as a Human Right: Advancing Oral Health Justice Through Community Empowerment.”

Explore these insightful resources to learn how inclusive dental education and community-driven care can transform oral health equity:
🔹 Q***r Inclusion in Dental Education: https://ow.ly/MQKc50XeTGl
🔹 Oral Health Snapshot: LGBTQ+ Disparities and Opportunities: https://ow.ly/oO0h50XeTGj

Let’s build a future where every smile is seen, heard, and cared for.

10/02/2025

This month, we celebrate the incredible work of dental hygienists who help keep our children’s smiles healthy and bright. As pediatricians and advocates with PA AAP & HTHC, we know that healthy teeth mean healthy kids — and dental hygienists are essential allies in bridging the gap between oral and overall health.

We’d like to extend a special thank-you to our partner dental hygienists for their unwavering dedication and invaluable collaboration. You are amazing and we couldn't do it without you!

08/18/2025

The American Dental Association has released a new edition of Fluoridation Facts—a comprehensive resource that addresses dozens of frequently asked questions about fluoride.
You can explore the free e-book here: https://tinyurl.com/3nyv348p

07/04/2025

🎆It's that time of year again! Fireworks abound as we prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July! Let’s make safety a top priority for all 🚒👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

🎇Read on for firework safety tips to ensure a fun & injury-free holiday:
https://www.nfpa.org/en/education-and-research/home-fire-safety/fireworks

06/24/2025

🥵 Alert: Extreme heat is expected in PA over the next few days and can be dangerous to your health. Keep cool, drink plenty of water, and follow local alerts to stay safe!

06/11/2025

Healthy mouths support healthy minds! The SPOT Toolkit equips school professionals with practical resources to promote oral health in schools. Explore and share this essential toolkit today: https://healthyteethhealthychildren.org/toolkit/ 🦷✨

05/23/2025

MOM-n-PA, an annual two-day free dental clinic for underserved Pennsylvanians, will take place Friday June 6 and Saturday June 7, 2025, at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes-Barre.

Patients will be treated on a first-come, first-served basis. Hundreds of individuals are expected to attend this year's event, so plan to arrive early – no need to pre-register!

All services are offered FREE OF CHARGE by a group of dedicated volunteers.

For more information please visit:

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05/09/2025

Have you ever thought about how much sugar is in your favorite drinks? Why not go for water instead?
https://paoralhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Student-Guide-to-Sugary-Drinks.pdf

04/04/2025

April is National Facial Protection Month! If you play sports, mouthguards can reduce your risk of sport-related dental injuries.

Properly fitted mouthguards offer the best available protection to reduce the incidence and severity of sports-related dental injuries.

03/28/2025

Tooth friendly foods for little tummies!

Water and “anytime foods” are good for children’s teeth—and bodies!

03/21/2025

Did you know that children between the ages of 5-18 years are encouraged to drink plain water and plain pasteurized milk only for optimal nutrition and hydration?

03/14/2025

In honor of National Nutrition Month, consider making healthy switches to your child’s lunchbox to support their healthy smile.