MARSHALL UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Oral Health community Coordinators
- Wendy Mosteller, RDH, CTTS – 304-541-2119, wendy.mosteller@marshall.edu
- Gina Sharps, MPH, RDH, CTTS – 304-276-0572, sharpsg@marshall.edu
- Bobbi Muto, MPH, RDH, CTTS – 304-542-9592, bjmuto.steele@marshall.edu
WEST VIRGINIA ORAL HEALTH COALITION
West Virginia Perinatal Partnership
Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs
West Virginia Medical Program and School Resources
https://livewell.marshall.edu/OralHealth to find out about these programs.
- MEDICAL: FLUORIDE VARNISH PROGRAM – Cavity Free By Three
Because primary care providers encounter new parents and infants during their well -child care visits, they are uniquely positioned to play a significant role in the prevention of dental caries. It is essential that primary care providers be aware of the infectious pathophysiology and associated risk factors of dental caries in very young patients so they make appropriate decisions regarding timely and effective intervention.
All primary care providers and staff that treat children are required to complete the Smiles for Life training course in caries risk assessment. The program targets children ages six months to under 36 months (three years) who are at-risk or high-risk for developing dental caries.
- Fluoride Varnish Manual: https://livewell.marshall.edu/OralHealth
SCHOOLS: FLUORIDE MOUTH RINSE PROGRAM
West Virginia Fluoride Mouth rinse (FMR) Project Instruction Manual provides information for school administrators and personnel, FMR coordinators and parents. It includes project administration guidelines, policies and procedures, teacher recommendations and forms.
https://livewell.marshall.edu/OralHealth
WEST VIRGINIA ORAL HEALTH PLAN
https://livewell.marshall.edu/OralHealth/resources/
Family Resource Networks (FRNs) in West Virginia
The West Virginia Family Resource Networks are organizations that respond to the needs and opportunities of the community. Partnering with community members and public and private organizations, the WVFRN.org members develop innovative projects and provide needed resources for their local areas. Our initiatives demonstrate the network’s commitment to community development in the region. Find your county contact on the website: www.wvfrn.org
RETHINK YOUR DRINK
Website launched by the West Virginia Oral Health Coalition (WVOHC) allows visitors to type in their favorite drink and receive suggestions for healthier options. It promotes water whenever and milk with meals. https://rethinkyourdrinkwv.com/