Applying Consultation Skills to Oral Health Promotion
Child care health consultants can help families and staff understand the effects of oral health on children’s overall health and development.
Tooth decay is the most common childhood disease, but it's preventable. Children with dental pain can have trouble speaking clearly, eating, and learning. Resources in this collection cover the health of the mouth including the teeth, gums, and oral-facial system that allows us to smile, speak, and chew.
These resources highlight some of the most common diseases that affect oral health, including tooth decay, gum disease, and oral cancer.
Child care health consultants can help families and staff understand the effects of oral health on children’s overall health and development.