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June 14 th , 2012 WV KidStrong Conference Charleston, WV

Oral Health in WV: Positive Changes and What it Means for Schools, Programs, and You Dr. Jason Roush. June 14 th , 2012 WV KidStrong Conference Charleston, WV. “The mission of the Oral Health Program is to promote and improve the oral health of all West Virginians”.

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June 14 th , 2012 WV KidStrong Conference Charleston, WV

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  1. Oral Health in WV: Positive Changes and What it Means for Schools, Programs, and You Dr. Jason Roush June 14th, 2012 WV KidStrong Conference Charleston, WV

  2. “The mission of the Oral Health Program is to promote and improve the oral health of all West Virginians”

  3. WV Oral Health Timeline 2005- WV had very limited activity focused on oral health 2006- Claude W. Benedum Foundation made initial investment into the oral health of WV 2007- WV Partners for Oral Health Established

  4. 2010 – First ever WV Oral Health Plan was developed • This plan is the road map for how we as a State are going to move forward in improving the oral health of WV

  5. 2010 Pew Foundation Oral Health Report Card • WV received a failing grade “F”

  6. Oral Health Surveillance • Kindergarten and Third Grades – conducted in 2011

  7. Statewide School Oral Health Surveillance • First time WV has been able to provide a snapshot of the State • Random Sampling of Kindergarten and Third Grades • Calibrated Dental Professionals

  8. Findings Overview • 24 Schools • 15 Counties • 1,093 Students 338 (30.7%) had experiences caries (Tooth Decay) 205 (18.8%) had active tooth decay 28 (2.6%) needed urgent treatment 130 (29%) out of 449 Third Graders Had Sealants

  9. WV Oral Health Coalition • By-laws established • Leaders selected • Meet Quarterly

  10. DentaQuest Grant • WV received a year 1 planning grant to strengthen the State oral health infrastructure and increase medical/dental collaboration • Hired a FTE Epidemiologist • Develop Oral Health Curriculum for All Allied Health Professionals • Hire of Statewide Sealant Coordinator

  11. 2011 Pew Foundation Oral Health Report Card C

  12. Fluoride Varnish Training Program • Training developed by WVU School of Dentistry • Medicaid & CHIPS reimburses providers with appropriate training

  13. Universal Pre-K Surveillance • Just completed 2012 • Oral Health Program secured funding for adult and seniors

  14. WV Kids Count Report

  15. FULL-TIME DENTAL DIRECTOR WV for the first time has a full-time dental director, this is a huge step in bringing our state in compliance with recommendations from the CDC and ASTDD

  16. Legislation Change 2012 – Legislation was passed that will allow Public Health Dental Hygienist to apply dental sealants, a preventive measure, to children without a prior examination by a dental. This law also requires that a referral be made to a collaborating dentist for establishment of a dental home

  17. School-Community Partnership Sealant Program The Appalachian Regional Commission and the Benedum Foundation funded Marshall University to establish school based sealant programs throughout WV --- To Date- 26 communities in 25 counties have received funding

  18. Oral Health Educator Redesign • Making a shift to a regional approach • More of a train the trainer model • Supportive roles available to all counties • Full-Time Support • Care Navigation • Educational Materials

  19. What this means for YOU! • Increase in school service programs • Increase in dental program and projects within the school and community setting • Access to assistance for referrals, support and education • Valid, reliable data to support grants, and programs • Measurable outcomes

  20. Now, I want to hear from you- • What do you need in the way of support? • What is working in your school setting? • What are some of the challenges you face? • What changes would you like to see? • What other things do you want to share?

  21. Question and Answer Dr. Jason Roush 304.488.0584 Jason.M.Roush@wv.gov

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