Oral Health Kansas is working with our partners to create a culture that values oral health as a part of overall health for Kansans of all ages,
cultures and resources.
Learn about the many ways to help Kansans access dental services,
a way to pay for their dental services, and how to take care of their own oral health.
Click on the tooth icon above to go to that page.
Excellence in Oral Health Award Nominations Are Open!
The Excellence in Oral Health Award nominations are open. Nominate someone who has made over the top efforts to create better oral health opportunities in Kansas.
Follow this link and nominate someone now. The deadline for submitting nominations is Friday, August 28 by 5:00pm.
Your Voice Can Help Someone Find a Dentist
Finding a dentist who accepts Medicaid or feels comfortable seeing someone with a disability can be hard. Too many people are turned away or go without care simply because a dentist who is comfortable seeing people with disabilities isn’t available.
Our Dentist Recruitment Toolkit gives people the tools to help change that. It offers simple talking points and helpful tips to start positive conversations with dental offices about accepting Medicaid and welcoming patients with disabilities. You don’t need to be a professional advocate - just someone who cares.
By using and sharing this toolkit, you can help more dentists say “yes” and help more people get the care they deserve. One conversation can make a real difference. Click on this link for the toolkit or use the QR code above.
Kansas Receives a State Score of C
Oral Health Kansas is releasing a new report comparing Kansas' oral health grade to the nation's performance.Click here to download the 2025 Oral Health Report Card Announcement
Click here to download a copy of the 2025 Oral Health Report Card
Weekly Wednesday Update
news and updates for the week of July 1, 2026
Medicaid Dental Rate Increase This Fall
The rate increase passed by the Kansas Legislature is likely be implemented this fall. The funding available for the increase this year was less than in 2025...Read More 
Pathways Partners Plan for Continued Impact
The Pathways to Oral Health partners recently gathered for their third in-person retreat, bringing together organizations from across Kansas for a day of collaboration, strategic planning, and shared learning...Read More
Who Is the Next Outstanding Community Leader Award Winner?
In 2025, Deb Pochop, CEO for Northwest Smile Center, received the Outstanding Community Leader Award...Read More
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Oral Health Kansas is a member ofthe American Network of Oral Health Coalitions
and shares their mission to shape oral health policy, champion disease prevention, and increase public awareness of the vital role oral health plays in overall well-being.
