The Pennsylvania Coalition for Oral Health (PCOH) is a proud and close partner of the PA AAP's Healthy Teeth Healthy Children (HTHC) program, working together to advance oral health literacy across communities. PCOH offers a wide range of high-quality resources on topics like nutrition, finding dental care, and much more. Even better—they provide free, printable materials that can be ordered directly for use in schools, clinics, and community programs. Click here to get resources for your location.

Helping build healthy habits starts with simple routines at home—like brushing twice a day with a soft toothbrush, using a rice-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste, and making brushing time fun! Early dental care sets the stage for strong teeth and happy smiles as kids grow.

For playful tips, videos, and activities made just for little ones, visit the SmileHub from Healthy Teeth Healthy Children (HTHC). It’s packed with resources to help families and caregivers make oral health part of everyday life—starting from the very first tooth.

What children eat and drink during the day directly affects their growing bodies—and their teeth! Sugary snacks and drinks can lead to cavities, while tooth-friendly choices like fresh fruits, whole grains, and water help protect little smiles.

Early learning centers play a key role in guiding families toward better choices. The Pennsylvania Coalition for Oral Health (PCOH) offers a helpful guide for Packing a Healthy Lunch that includes tips on choosing nutritious foods and drinks that support oral health. Share these two resource with caregivers to encourage lunches that fuel learning and keep teeth strong!

For many children, especially those in underserved communities, finding a dental provider can be a major barrier to maintaining oral health. Untreated dental issues can lead to pain, missed school days, and long-term health complications. Helping families locate affordable, accessible dental care is a critical step in preventing these outcomes and ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive. 

Explore Pennsylvania Coalition for Oral Health (PCOH)'s Finding Dental Care page to discover pop-up clinics, free and charitable dental services, Federally Qualified Health Centers, and more.

Healthy Teeth, Healthy Children: A Medical/Dental Partnership (HTHC), a program of the Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (PA AAP), is a state-wide educational program focused on improving the oral health of children and families by providing oral health education to primary care providers, expanding oral health literacy for the community and creating and participating in integrative partnerships that enhance the oral and overall health of children and families in PA.

See excellent oral health education materials to share here.

This colorful, easy-to-read poster was created by Healthy Teeth Healthy Children, the PA Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the DentaQuest Foundation. It highlights simple steps parents, teachers, and caregivers can take to support children’s oral health. Click the title to download the poster in English or Spanish.

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