Oral health includes the health of the entire mouth
and is an important factor of whole body health.
Helping to keep Nevada County healthy by providing:
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education about the importance of dental care
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oral health resources and information
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the Virtual Dental Home Program (FAQ)
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children with the skills to develop life long dental habits for better health through the lifespan
The Nevada County Oral Health Program
Deer Creek Elementary Kindergarteners celebrating Teeth Week during National Children's Dental Health Month.
Dental clinics for children with Medi-Cal
Nevada County Public Health Oral Health Program will be offering school-based dental clinics beginning January 2026. Participating schools will send home permission forms within two months of clinic date.
What will be provided?
X-rays
Cleanings
Sealants
Fluoride varnish
Dental care plan provided by a pediatric dentist
Dental referrals for fillings and other dental needs
Tooth decay is the leading cause of missed school days.
Our goal is to keep kids healthy at school.
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Our mission is to connect children who do not have access to regular dental care to a Registered Dental Hygienist who can provide preventive services and connect children to a virtual dental home where records are reviewed, care plans prescribed, and referrals are made.
Working together to prevent disease, provide support, and educate.
Screening team Jamie Hanf, Audra Ruggiero and volunteers Kirsten Valentine, DDS and Barbara DeGraw, RDH at Scotten Elementary School in Grass Valley.
PARENTS AND EDUCATORS
HEALTHY CHILDREN ARE
READY TO LEARN
Good health begins with good oral health!
Tooth decay and caries is the most
common chronic childhood disease, which is why the Kindergarten Oral Health Assessment (KOHA) is an important screening for children entering their first year of school. Learn about
KOHA, and get the forms you need to
meet the CA State requirement.
Oral health is especially important during pregnancy. Learn more about the hormonal changes that can cause gingivitis and how to prevent and treat it, and get tips for taking care of baby's teeth.
NEVADA COUNTY
DENTAL COALITION
500 Crown Point Cir, STE 110
Grass Valley, CA 95945
530-265-1450
