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Oral Health ProgramThis program promotes good oral health practices for all Kittitas County residents. It also works with the Kittitas County Healh Coalition to support education about oral health issues and strengthen access to oral health care. IssuesGood oral health is important for people's general well being and quality of life. It influences how people look, speak, and socialize. Poor oral health can have negative effects on children and adults at home, in school or at work. Fortunately, most oral diseases can be prevented with simple measures. Programs & ServicesAccess to Baby and Child Dentistry (ABCD) ProgramABCD focuses on early family oral health education and delivery of preventive oral health services by connecting Medicaid-eligible children from birth to age six with a local ABCD-trained dental provider. Currently in Kittitas County there are more than 1,400 Medicaid-eligible children under age six but less than one-third (32.5%) of those children received dental care, lagging significantly behind the state average of 42.8% (FY 2009 Department of Social and Health Services data). Dental Service Referrals
Dental Sealant ProgramHealth department staff coordinates with Dream Team Dental, a hygienist based mobile dental program, to provide sealants to children in local elementary schools. Fluoride Varnish ProgramOnce a year, the Oral Health Program partners with the Immunization Program at Kittitas County Public Health Department to ensure that children of uninsured families receive immunizations for school and a dental screening with fluoride varnish protection against cavities. Oral Health EducationEducational material is available regarding when children should be seen for
the first dental visit. "First
Visit by First Birthday"
Facts & Figures
Get InvolvedKittitas County Oral Health CoalitionThe mission of the Kittitas County Oral Health Coalition is to support education about oral health issues and strengthen access to oral health care for all residents of Kittitas County. The Kittitas County Oral Health Coalition is an action council comprised of health care professionals and community leaders. The coalition meets on a quarterly basis to discuss issues surrounding access to dental care in Kittitas Valley. As far back as 1992, individuals from various agencies came together to discuss strategies to address the issues of access to dental care for the underserved population of Kittitas County. Under the guidance of the Coalition, the Kittitas County Public Health Department's Oral Health Program has established a successful school sealant program, participated in the Hope Source Back to School Back Pack program, developed several educational programs, and implemented a comprehensive dental care program for residents in Assisted Living Centers. Meetings are held at the Kittitas County Public Health Department the third Tuesday of the month, from 3:30pm to 5pm January, April, July, and October. The Oral Health Coalition welcomes new members. If you are interested in joining or have questions about the Coalition please call (509) 962-7515. Resources & Links |
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