Resources for National Children's Dental Health Month

February 14, 2024
Partners,
 
As we step into February, it brings us great pleasure to announce the commencement of National Children’s Dental Health Month (NCDHM) and the official kickoff of the Smile, California Show Your Teeth Some Love promotion. This month-long statewide initiative aims to spotlight the vital significance of good oral health for children. Although preventable, tooth decay persists as the most prevalent chronic childhood disease. However, timely intervention can mitigate potential complications in eating, speaking, and learning. While all children enrolled in
Medi-Cal have dental coverage, some parents and guardians may not fully understand their child's dental benefits or how to access dental care.
 
During NCDHM, let's inspire and support parents and caregivers to ensure their little ones are cultivating positive dental care habits and expressing love for their teeth! It is also an opportune time for Medi-Cal members to familiarize themselves with available dental benefits, learn how to access care, and understand how they can nurture their dental health at every stage of life.

Landing Page and Resources

The NCDHM webpages have been updated on SmileCalifornia.org and SonrieCalifornia.org for you to easily view and download new resources and messaging. The landing pages feature three Children’s Dental Health Packages for elementary school-aged children, coloring sheets, a PowerPoint presentation for members, e-mail signature banners, website banners, social media images and captions, and more. You can view, download, and share all materials in English and Spanish by clicking the buttons below.
 
ENGLISH NCDHM WEBPAGE
SPANISH NCDHM WEBPAGE
 

How You Can Be an Oral Health Champion

Join us in championing oral health for children and youths through the Medi-Cal Dental Program. Take simple yet impactful actions:

  1. Spread the Word: Download and share NCDHM educational packages and coloring sheets for various age groups.
  2. Empower Your Community: Share materials emphasizing the importance of dental check-ups and information about the Medi-Cal Dental Program in your community or on your website.
  3. Engage on Social Media: Post new social media images and captions in English and Spanish. Tag us and use #SmileCalifornia, #NationalChildrensDentalHealthMonth, and #NCDHM.
  4. Feature Banners on Your Website: Showcase commitment with new bilingual banners on your organization's landing page.
  5. Customize Your E-mail Signature: Add the NCDHM e-mail signature banner in English or Spanish for a personal touch.
  6. Host an Informative Presentation: Organize in-person or virtual Zoom presentations with the "Show Your Teeth Some Love" PowerPoint Presentation in English and Spanish.
  7. Co-Branding Opportunities: Request co-branding to feature your logo on Smile, California materials. All designs will be provided free of charge and prominently feature your organization's logo.
  8. Encourage Medi-Cal Members: Encourage Medi-Cal members to visit SmileCalifornia.org and SonrieCalifornia.org to learn more about their Medi-Cal Dental benefits and find dentists accepting new patients.

FREE Organic and Paid Advertising Co-Branding Opportunities for Partners

As part of the statewide NCDHM promotion, Smile, California is delighted to offer organic and paid advertising co-branding opportunities to Local Oral Health Programs (LOHPs), select non-profits, and state organizations!
  • Organic co-branding: With organic co-branding, you will receive tailored materials with your logo that you can print and distribute through your digital communication channels or in person at your organization's location or community outreach events. Click here to submit an organic co-branding request.

  • Paid co-branding: For those with a paid media budget, we've got you covered, too! All designs will be provided free of charge and prominently feature your organization's logo to enhance your paid media efforts and amplify your messages. Click here to learn more about paid media co-branding opportunities. Please send an e-mail to [email protected] to submit a paid co-branding request.

Both organic and paid advertising design costs are entirely FREE for LOHPs and select non-profits. Your organization's logo will be prominently displayed alongside the Smile, California and Department of Health Care Services logos. Once we receive your request, a dedicated Smile, California outreach representative will assist you and let you know when your personalized materials are ready.
 
If you have any questions about the Show Your Teeth Some Love promotion or the Smile, California campaign, please reach out to us at [email protected].

Missed the Oral Health Champions Webinar?

Access the recording here and complete our short 1-minute survey to indicate your participation in the promotion and receive a sample kit of Smile, California NCDHM materials. 
WATCH THE WEBINAR RECORDING
COMPLETE THE NCDHM PROMOTION SURVEY

Share with Us on Social

Please share with us how you use the Smile, California materials by tagging us on Facebook and Instagram. Use the hashtag #SmileCalifornia for the chance to be featured on the Smile, California Facebook, or Instagram account.
Keep Smiling!
The Smile, California Team
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