Dental and Oral Health Resources for Local Schools and Community Groups
Australian Dental Association (ADA)
Website: Australian Dental Association
Resource Type: Comprehensive dental health information, educational materials, and guidelines.
Useful For: Teachers, parents, and community health educators looking for reliable dental health information and resources.
Dental Health Services Victoria (DHSV)
Website: Dental Health Services Victoria
Resource Type: Public dental health services, educational programs, and resources.
Useful For: Schools and community groups seeking public dental services and educational materials.
Better Health Channel – Oral Health
Website: Better Health Channel – Oral Health
Resource Type: Articles on various oral health topics, tips for maintaining oral hygiene, and resources for parents and teachers.
Useful For: Providing students and parents with accessible information on maintaining good oral health.
Teeth.org.au – Children’s Oral Health
Website: Teeth.org.au – Children’s Oral Health
Resource Type: Information and tips specifically focused on children’s oral health.
Useful For: Teachers and parents looking for ways to educate children about oral hygiene and preventive care.
Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures®
Website: Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures®
Resource Type: Educational materials, lesson plans, and activities for children.
Useful For: Schools and community groups looking for engaging ways to teach children about oral health.
Healthy Smiles, Healthy Kids by VicHealth
Website: Healthy Smiles, Healthy Kids
Resource Type: A guide to promoting oral health in early childhood settings.
Useful For: Early childhood educators and community groups focusing on young children’s health.
National Child Oral Health Study
Website: National Child Oral Health Study
Resource Type: Research findings and data on child oral health in Australia.
Useful For: Educators and community leaders interested in understanding and addressing oral health issues among children.
Raising Children Network – Dental Care for Kids
Website: Raising Children Network – Dental Care for Kids
Resource Type: Practical advice and information on dental care for children.
Useful For: Parents and caregivers looking for easy-to-understand guidance on maintaining their children’s oral health.
Smile for Health – Victorian Government Initiative
Website: Smile for Health
Resource Type: Oral health programs and initiatives aimed at improving dental health in the community.
Useful For: Community groups and schools looking to participate in local health initiatives.
Australian Government Department of Health – Oral Health
Website: Department of Health – Oral Health
Resource Type: National guidelines, policies, and educational resources on oral health.
Useful For: Schools and community groups seeking official health guidelines and educational materials.