9780131717381

The only book combining dental health information and lesson plans for the elementary classroom, this book addresses the role of the dental health educator and the needs of children.The book includes 10 lesson plans, visual aids, and tips on integrating dental health into the academic curriculum and the community. This book is a must for anyone teaching oral health to grade school children.Elementary school teachers, dental hygienists, school nurses.

Preface

vii

About the Author

xi

Acknowledgments

xiii

Reviewers

xv

Section 1 Before You Begin

1

(8)

Community Dental Health Education

3

(6)

Multicultural Issues in Dental Health

6

(3)

Section 2 Integrating Dental Health Education into the Classroom

9

(28)

Teaching Methods

11

(12)

Classroom Presentation

14

(4)

Classroom Management

18

(5)

Hints to Help Integrate the Dental Education Program

23

(14)

Hints to Help Integrate the Dental Education Program into the Academic Curriculum

24

(4)

Visual Aids

28

(9)

Section 3 Planning and Implementing a Dental Health

37

(106)

The Importance of Plaque Control

39

(8)

Brushing for Good Oral Health

47

(8)

Flossing for Good Oral Health

55

(10)

The Use of Fluoride

65

(8)

Clinical Guidelines on Fluoride Therapy

67

(6)

Nutrition and Healthy Teeth

73

(16)

My Pyramid: Getting Started

84

(2)

MyPyramid Food Guidance System Education Framework

86

(3)

Dental Sealants

89

(4)

Dental Safety and Oral Injury Prevention

93

(8)

Anti-Tobacco Lessons

101

(12)

The Dental Office Visit

113

(12)

Last Visit: Wrap Up and Review

125

(10)

Children with Special Needs

135

(8)

Section 4 Creating a Community Outreach Program

143

(52)

Adult Learners

145

(14)

Low Literacy Learners

148

(1)

The Adult Lesson Plan

149

(10)

The Oral Health of Older Americans

159

(6)

Creating a Community Outreach Program

165

(30)

Community Outreach Program: Dental Health Fair

167

(13)

Community Outreach Program: Parent Education Meeting

180

(15)

Appendix: Additional Resources

195

(42)

Dental Fact Sheets (FAQ) English and Spanish

Baby Bottle Tooth Decay

197

(2)

Brushing Your teeth

199

(2)

Caring for Your Dentures

201

(2)

Dental Sealants

203

(2)

Flossing Your teeth

205

(2)

Fluoride to Prevent Tooth Decay

207

(2)

Oral Cancer

209

(2)

Oral Injury Prevention---Mouthguards

211

(2)

Quitting Spit Tobacco

213

(2)

Periodontal Disease

215

(2)

Tobacco Facts

217

(2)

Fresh Breath Assurance

219

(2)

Putting Your Best Smile Forward

221

(4)

Tooth Talk Dental Vocabulary

225

(2)

Dental Health Educational Resources

227

(3)

Recommended Dental Titles

230

(4)

Classroom Education Resources

234

(3)

Glossary

237

(4)

Bibliography

241

(2)

Index

243

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Dental Health Education : Lesson Planning and Implementation

Dental Health Education : Lesson Planning and Implementation

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