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Oral health information for teachers
Toronto Public Health provides annual dental screenings in local public and separate schools for children from Junior Kindergarten through to Grade 8. Parents are notified in advance of the screenings and are able to opt out if they do not want their child to be screened.
The dental screening process is as follows:
- The school informs parents and students of the dates.
- A dental hygienist does a visual inspection of the gums, teeth and mouth.
- The hygienist can answer any questions the student might have, provide guidance on oral hygiene and may encourage the student to get a follow-up visit with a dentist.
Toronto Public Health also provides screenings and presentations for public and separate high school students upon request from the school. As part of the oral health services for youth, a dental hygienist and dental assistant will visit high schools to offer free dental screenings. Participation is optional, and it is up to the school to notify parents and students about the screening dates.
How do I organize a dental screening program for my high school students?
If you are a teacher or school administrator in a high school, call 311 to book a free school dental screening for your students.
How do I organize a workshop for youth?
TPH offers workshops for youth in high schools and to community youth groups. The focus is on good oral health, disease prevention and other concerns specific to youth. Teachers and community agencies can call 311 for more details about this service.
Curriculum resources for teachers can be found on the resources page.
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