Oral Health for Women and Children

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➡️ Walk-up vaccine appointments (no registration required!) are available TODAY for University of Florida students, faculty and staff and UF Health Shands employees from 1-3 p.m. and 4:30-6 p.m. at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in the Champions Club. The process is fast and easy: Attendants will direct you where to park for free in the Exactech Arena at Stephen C. O'Connell Center parking lot across from the stadium. Signs will direct you to the entrance. Bring a valid form of state-issued identification & bring your UF and/or UF Health ID badge.

Para registrarse, visite el siguiente enlace: https://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WyJAY4sVR8Sn3iiEId4uXA

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month.

This year's campaign slogan is "Water, Nature's Drink!"

Find out more on the ADA website:
https://www.ada.org/en/public-programs/national-childrens-dental-health-month

National Children’s Dental Health Month NCDHM Month, National Children’s Dental Health Month

Oral health affects overall health - of humans and our pets!

This is a great story from our friends at University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine during National Pet Dental Health Month.

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Oral health affects all aspects of pet wellness, UF veterinarians say The University of Florida Academic Health Center - the most comprehensive academic health center in the Southeast - is dedicated to high-quality programs of education, research, patient care and public service.

A new survey by the American Dental Association indicates that less than 1 percent of dentists nationwide have tested positive for COVID-19.

https://www.healthline.com/health-news/why-dentists-are-reporting-a-low-rate-of-covid-19

Dentists Are Reporting a Low Rate of COVID-19: Here's Why Experts say dental offices have had safety procedures in place for decades. They note that dental issues can lead to overall health problems.

UF College of Dentistry receives $1.2 million grant to provide dental care to underserved children The University of Florida Academic Health Center - the most comprehensive academic health center in the Southeast - is dedicated to high-quality programs of education, research, patient care and public service.

DentaQuest Names Garvey a 2020 Health Equity Heroes » College of Dentistry » University of Florida Garvey received the award in recognition for his focus on access to care for individuals with disabilities and special health care needs.

To stay healthy at home during the COVID-19 outbreak:

Reduce sugar consumption.
Limit intake of sweets and sugary drinks.
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"Thank you for making a place of opportunity and excellence. Your generosity enables our programs to flourish, and for that we are all so grateful!"

-- Harrison B. | DMD Class of 2023

Registration is open for the
17th Annual PedoGators CE

https://dental.ufl.edu/departments/pediatric/alumni-friends/

First day having our 2019 UF Summer Health Professions Education Program scholars in the dental sim lab! 🔬🦷🧫

They’re | Loving. Every. Second. | of the experience so far.

Four more weeks of the program, and much more learning to be had, but cheers to future dentists and health care professionals. ✨

James F. Lawrence: An urgent need to address disparities in dental care While it’s certainly to this community’s credit that two in-your-face reminders of institutionalized racial injustice were removed a year

Breastfeeding is evidence-based, natural, and healthy method for a mom to nurse her baby, which promotes health for all. Support breastfeeding!

World Breastfeeding Week starts today! 🤱
Support mums to breastfeed anytime, anywhere. We can ALL help make society breastfeeding-friendly.

This animation explains how gum disease and bacteria can affect heart. This same mechanism can explain why gum disease can also affect your pregnancy. It is important to brush with fluoride toothpaste every day!

Can cleaning your teeth protect against diabetes and heart disease? Discover why brushing your teeth can help your cardiovascular system. Get answers to common questions about oral health and heart disease at http://bhf.org.u...

This new CDC website will give parents easy access to information about what, when, and how to feed their growing baby, and tips to make it easier. The site covers a variety of topics including breastfeeding, formula feeding, feeding from a bottle, essential vitamins and minerals, and introduction of solid foods. In addition, parents can find information about what foods and drinks to encourage and what to limit or avoid, knowing when your child is hungry or full, along with mealtime tips and routines.
https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/InfantandToddlerNutrition/index.html

CDC's Infant and Toddler Nutrition website Visit CDC’s Infant and Toddler Nutrition website to learn about benefits of breastfeeding, what to expect while breastfeeding and more.

4th Annual Super Sealant Saturday
April 7 at the UF College of Dentistry
-- FREE preventive care for kids ages 6-17
-- register for an appointment at http://bit.do/UFSuperSealant or call 352-273-6701.

Cleaning babies mouth is important, even before teeth erupt. In this video, learn how to wipe your baby’s gums.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgGPMejA03I

Healthy Mouths PSA

2 Million Kids. $24 Billion Battle.

If you need help to navigate complex Medicaid system in FL, you can find information (in english or spanish) in this great site:

medicaid.heraldtribune.com How Florida Medicaid pits families, doctors and insurance companies against each other at the expense of children's health.

FAQ: Fluoride and Children

Use a thin "smear" layer of fluoride toothpaste when the first tooth appears and until your child is 3. Once your child has turned 3, a pea-sized amount can be used.

www.healthychildren.org Fluoride from drinking water and other sources such as toothpaste can strengthen tooth enamel and help prevent tooth decay. Below is a list of questions that parents frequently ask about fluoride and how it can help their children.

Healthy Food America

Kids should have less than 6 tsp of added sugar a day, but they're getting more than 18: healthyfoodamerica.org/new_guidelines…

healthyfoodamerica.org healthyfoodamerica.org/new_guidelines

Next Dental Days at Park Avenue WIC:
August 2016: Monday 22nd, and Thursday 25th.
September 2016: Thursdays on 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th.
We will see patients from 9 am until 1 pm. Sign up sheets available in Park Avenue WIC Clinic waiting room. First come, first served.

Local, national efforts connect kids with dental care

Direct quote from this article:"Dentists from the University of Florida College of Dentistry set up shop in WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) offices throughout Alachua County, where program users come regularly to receive food stamps and nutritional counseling. The dentists offer cleanings and fluoride treatments for the children, and spend time educating parents on the importance of oral health care to their child’s development."

We do not offer cleanings, however, we provide education, screenings, fluoride treatments, and referrals for WIC clients, in the dental room in the Park Avenue WIC clinic.
Director, Jaana Gold, DDS, PhD, MPH,CPH

medicaid.heraldtribune.com Not all states struggle with connecting Medicaid-enrolled children to dental care, and even within Florida, there are local efforts to address the crisis.

correction to WIC dental day on May 19th. We will be at DOH main building that morning, not in Park Avenue WIC clinic.
Dental Days at Park Avenue WIC on May 2016: Monday the 9th (9am-12am with a hygienist only); Thursday the 12th (9-12 w dentist/hygienist); Monday 16th; and Monday 23rd (9-12). Thursday 19th at DOH