Oral diseases are a devastating problem among a significant percentage of Missouri’s residents, affecting their overall health and ability to work and learn. The Mission of the Missouri Coalition for Oral Health is to improve oral health with all Missourians by advocating for sound public policy. The Vision of the Missouri Coalition for Oral Health is Oral Health for all Missourians. Join organizations and individuals across the state in achieving this mission. Your support and dedication are essential to ensuring oral health is a high priority for Missourians and for policy makers.
Rural Children in Crisis: Access to Missouri Oral Care Video
MCOH Summer 2021 Webinars – recordings and slides
MCOH Executive Director delivers address for the 2021 graduating class of the ATSU MO School of Dentistry and Oral Health https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zEi_5XZJn9g&t=1887s
Dental Services and COVID-19:
A Guide to Dental Visits After COVID-19 Outbreak
What Should I Do If I Have Tooth or Mouth Pain?
Teledentistry is available in Missouri now and can help with access to care - Learn more.
MCOH Webinar: Teledentistry in Missouri During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Missouri DHSS, the MDA, ADA, and CDC are recommending non-emergency dental care to be suspended for the coming weeks. Further information on these recommendations can be found below:
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
If you are needing to locate low-cost emergency dental services, resources are available below:
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
Missouri Primary Care Association
COVID Hotline: Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services: 877-435-8411
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