PA Coalition for Oral Health

10/17/2026

Penn State Project ECHO is hosting an upcoming virtual learning series for primary care providers, "Oral Health in Primary Care ECHO: Smiles for Life Curriculum." This free series will start November 5th at 12pm with monthly sessions taking place through June 3rd, 2027. Helen will be one of the presenters along with several current and past PCOH board members and stakeholders.

Penn State Project ECHO program equipping primary care providers (MD, DO, RN, PA, NP) with the insights, tools, and collaborative support to integrate...

10/16/2026

Good oral health contributes to your overall health! 🪥🦷 The American Dental Association recommends brushing your teeth for 2 minutes twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush.

10/15/2026

Helen presented today at the Pennsylvania Association of Community Health Centers 2026 Annual Conference & Clinical Summit. She was able to engage with many dental staff and administrators from the health centers.

10/15/2026

This week we recognize LGBTQIA+ Oral Health Care week! This year’s theme is “Queer Oral Health In All Health Policies.”
Share some resources with your oral health care provider at https://aidph.org/lgbtqia-oh-week or on the PA Coalition for Oral Health website!

10/14/2026

Helen and Amy are exhibiting at the Pennsylvania Association of Community Health Centers 2026 Annual Conference & Clinical Summit in Lancaster. We are sharing educational resources and answering questions from health center staff. Questions and conversations have covered topics such as mobile units, school sealant programs, staff recruitment, Medicaid billing, and more.

10/13/2026

We are excited to see dental assisting included in the new L3C Microcredential Academy at Luzerne County Community College!

10/10/2026

The Tamaqua Dental Clinic and Education Center is now open and accepting new patients! Please share this news with anyone you know seeking dental care in the Tamaqua area.

MANY of you have asked questions—here are the answers! Call today! 📞

10/09/2026

Early dental care matters! Teach kids good brushing habits and keep up with regular dental visits to help them grow and maintain strong, healthy teeth and gums.

10/08/2026

Amy was in Scranton today exhibiting at the Northeast PA AHEC Healthcare Career & College Exploration event. Approximately 500 high school students interested in health careers attended the event.

10/07/2026

Helen was in Mercer County today presenting at The Primary Health Network Clinical Dental Day. Helen presented about community water fluoridation and minimally invasive dental care practices in health centers.