WV Oral Health Coalition

03/06/2026

A warm note of gratitude for our WV dentists that are out there doing the hard work!
You are valued and appreciated ⭐️🦷⭐️

02/28/2026

Always an honor to recognize the many dedicated and talented dental hygienists here in WV!

Great quote from the American Dental Hygienists' Association “Dental Hygienist’s are the real life version of the tooth fairy, helping patients of every age to keep their smiles strong,healthy….”

Lead on WV Dental Hygienists!

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🧚🦷 It's National Tooth Fairy Day! Dental hygienists are the real-life version, helping patients of every age keep their smiles strong, healthy, and something to celebrate. So thank the Tooth Fairy for all those dollar bills under the pillow and thank a hygienist for everything that comes after!

✨Fun fact: National Tooth Fairy Day is celebrated twice a year – just like the recommended number of oral health visits to your dental hygienist!

02/27/2026

Sharing from our friends at the WV Department of Health 🦷🪥🦷

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Cavities are the most common chronic childhood disease in the United States. The good news is that cavities are preventable! Children who brush daily with toothpaste will have fewer cavities.

02/10/2026

Continuing to spread the message during National Children’s Dental Health Month🌟🦷🌟

We love our Pediatric Dentists!

02/02/2026

It’s that time! Time to kick off National Children’s Dental Health Month and our friends at the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry have some amazing resources to help get us started 🌟

Healthy smiles = healthy kids!

This , learn why early oral care and daily habits matter from the very start. Find trusted resources for families at MyChildrensTeeth.org.

01/30/2026

Coalition Friends,
I encourage you take a moment to watch this short video showcasing the exemplary and compassionate work from our friends at WV Health Right Free Clinic / WVRX

A very special “hat tip” to Greta Nelson for her leadership both at WVHR and as the WVOHC Chair!

A look back at a powerful year of impact at West Virginia Health Right, where no-cost, high-quality healthcare reached thousands across the state. From mobil...

01/06/2026

Interested in learning more about the role dental provides have in HPV education and prevention? Check out these amazing resources from our colleagues at CareQuest

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the can prevent more than 90% of the six types of cancer caused by HPV, including cancers of the mouth and throat? https://ow.ly/uTX550XIE28

11/13/2025

Yesterday, Dr. Jason Roush, Tiffany Summerlin, and Gina Sharps had the opportunity to present “Building the Bridge Between Rural and Oral Health Care” at this year’s 2025 WV Rural Health Association annual conference.
A special thank you to the West Virginia Rural Health Association and the planning committee for hosting an amazing event!
Well Done 👏

10/13/2025

Smile, It’s National Dental Hygiene Month!
An enthusiastic thank you to all those dental hygienists out there.
Your dedication is appreciated and deeply valued 🌟🦷🌟

09/22/2025

Thank you WVU School of Dentistry WVU SADHA for your support of this years 2025 WV Oral Health Summit.
Student engagement will always be a priority and a partnership the WVOHC greatly values.
Thank you for the excellent article,

When dental professionals from across the state gathered for the annual West Virginia Oral Health Summit, students from the West Virginia University School of Dentistry were on hand to facilitate breakout sessions covering important topics for improved oral health.

09/19/2025

Great message going into Fall 🍁

09/06/2025

On behalf of the WV Oral Health Coalition a very special thank you to each vendor, funder, member, and colleague that came together yesterday for a beautiful day of learning at the 2025 WV Oral Health Summit!

The team at Bridgeport Conference Center were exceptional (a special thank you to Dee and Aimee fo going above and beyond).

In addition, an enthusiastic thank you to Amber Auger and the Hu-Friedy Group for providing an exemplary opening session, WVU School of Dentistry Dental Hygiene student leadership for moderating the breakout sessions,
Kim Lowe and Becky Erwin for an exceptional training program for Expanded Restorative Dental Assistants, and Smile Express for guided tours.

Be sure to keep watch for a save the date for the 2026 WV Oral Health Summit and until then, please enjoy a few fun snaps from this years event.