1. June 14 th, 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.  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 WV Oral Health Timeline

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

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

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.   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 DentaQuest Grant

11.  2011 Pew Foundation Oral Health Report Card C

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

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

14.  WV Kids Count Report

15.  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 FULL-TIME DENTAL DIRECTOR

16.  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 Legislation Change

17.  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 School-Community Partnership Sealant Program

18.   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 Oral Health Educator Redesign

19.   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 What this means for YOU!

20.   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? Now, I want to hear from you-

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