The seven strategic recommendations to improve the oral health of Washington residents is based on a review of established evidence and best practice models, consultation with expert informants, input from Washington state and National expert oral health review panels.
The recommendations are not intended to be a comprehensive list of available strategies, but should be considered by communities, organizations, and agencies seeking to promote oral health in the State of Washington. Read the strategies, agency activities, and additional resources below:
- Recommended Strategies to Improve the Oral Health of Washington Residents
- Oral Health in the State of Washington: An Overview of Agency Activities
Oral Health for Washington: An Interactive Symposium
The Washington State Board of Health, in partnership with the Washington Dental Service Foundation and Empire Health Foundation, held two symposia in April 2015. Each symposium included keynote and panel presentations as well as significant time for participants to share ideas regarding implementation of the Board's seven Recommended Strategies to Improve the Oral Health of Washington Residents in a small group session setting. Read about the event summary, suggestions by the community and participants, and event materials below:
Symposium Presentations:
- How Good is Our Aim: Washington State Board of Health Oral Health Symposium
- Improving Oral Health and Health Care Outcomes for Older Adults
- Spokane Symposia Keynote Address
- Tukwila Symposia Keynote Address
- WSBOH: Recommended Strategies to Improve the Oral Health of Washington Residents
