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Northern Nevada Dental Coalition for Underserved Populations

Contact CUSP by emailing secretary@oralhealthnevada.com

Mission: To achieve optimal oral health throughout the lifespan of residents living in Washoe County and surrounding counties by:

  • Serving as an expert resource to the residents and community leaders;
  • Facilitating successful oral health education and messaging, as well as the promotion of prevention and treatment services provided by CUSP organizational members; and
  • Supporting policies at the local and state level that enhance oral health and expand current resources for all residents

Leadership: SSyd McKenzieyd McKenzie, Chair – Ms. Syd McKenzie has been a licensed and active dental professional for more than 40 years. In addition to working in general dental and periodontal specialty practices, Syd has worked in a variety of public health settings. She has been a resident of Nevada for more than 40 years and is an active member of several state and national professional organizations.

 

 

 

2014 Meeting Minutes

February 2014               July 2014

October 2014

2015 Meeting Minutes

January 2015             March 2015

June 2015                    September 2015

Upcoming Meetings

For details on date, time and location please contact us by email at secretary@oralhealthnevada.com

January 2016

Nevada Oral Health Matters

In the US, more than 51 million school hours are lost each year due to dental disease, leading to increased educational disparities.
Pediatric dental disease is five times more common than asthma.
Even individuals with dentures should receive a dental exam at least annually.
A routine oral health exam can detect signs and symptoms of many health conditions.
Periodontal disease is associated with poor blood sugar control for those living with diabetes.
Tooth decay is the #1 chronic childhood illness.
In the US, more than 42,000 cases of oral cancer will be diagnosed this year.
Medicare, the health insurance for most older adults, does not cover basic dental care.
More than 500 medications negatively affect the oral cavity.
Left untreated, dental disease can lead to malnourishment, bacterial infections, required emergency surgery and even death.
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