Frequently Asked Questions

• Are we required to use the Head Start Oral Health forms?

  Our Head Start program has a form that fulfills our needs. Do we need to fill out our form in addition to the Head Start Oral Health form?

  Our Head Start program uses a state-mandated form. Do we need to use the Head Start Oral Health form in addition to the state-mandated form?

  No, Head Start programs are not required to use the Head Start Oral Health forms. Each Head Start program establishes a system to document the health services a pregnant woman or child receives. Head Start staff may use any form that works best for their program.

• Can I enter our Head Start program name and contact information electronically in the Head Start Oral Health forms?

  The electronic form is designed for Head Start staff to enter information into specific fields in the form. Staff can customize the forms with the Head Start program’s name, mailing address, phone and fax numbers, and email address.

  For best results, download the forms to your computer and open them with Adobe Reader, which is available at no charge. Then you can customize the forms and save or print them.

• How can I explain to oral health providers how to use the Head Start Oral Health forms?

  A sample letter is available for Head Start staff to tailor to introduce the Head Start Oral Health forms to oral health providers.

• Should a new Head Start Oral Health form be used for each visit?

  Yes, each time a pregnant woman or child has a dental visit, an oral health provider should complete a new form.

• Do oral health providers need to complete an Head Start Oral Health form for dental visits that have already occurred?

  No, oral health providers do not need to complete a form for dental visits that have occurred. The forms are intended for use at future dental visits.

• How can oral health providers enter information electronically in the Head Start Oral Health forms?

  The electronic form is designed for oral health providers to enter information into specific fields in the form.

  For best results, encourage oral health providers to use Adobe Reader, which is available at no charge, to enter information into the forms and to then save or print them.