Wisconsin Oral Health Coalition
About the Coalition
The Wisconsin Oral Health Coalition (WOHC) is a dedicated group of more than 200 individuals, organizations and agencies addressing oral health access issues and working to improve oral health for all residents statewide. We work to create meaningful change to improve oral health and access to care through diverse public and private partnerships. Funding for our statewide and local oral health coalition work is funded in part by the DentaQuest Foundation and the Milwaukee Health Care Partnership.
Oral Health Key Resources
The Wisconsin Oral Health Coalition offers a number of resources for partners and members to utilize and distribute. Please use the links below to explore these resources.
Local Coalitions
View a map of Wisconsin Midwest Collaborative Initiative (MCI) local oral health coalition grantees.
Oral Health Roadmap
Wisconsin’s Roadmap to Improving Oral Health is a guide for partners and organizations to use and promote the vision of access to quality oral health care across the lifespan.
Oral Health Infographic
Oral health impacts overall health. This simple infographic explains the connection and why oral health is important.
Age 1 Dental Visit Flyer
Cavities can cause serious problems, even for children who do not have their permanent teeth. This infographic explains why a dental visit by age 1 is important.
Workforce Diversity Action Plan
This report outlines strategies for improving diversity in Wisconsin’s oral health workforce.
Grassroots Advocacy Toolkit
This toolkit provides advice and information for effectively engaging with elected officials.
Coalition Building Toolkit
Learn how to build, manage and maintain an effective advocacy coalition.
Midwest Collaborative Initiative Grantee Profiles
Learn about the nine local coalitions exploring and implementing solutions to their community's unique oral health needs.
Web Resources
- Tap Into Healthy Teeth
Learn about community water fluoridation in Wisconsin.
- I Like My Teeth
Find oral health information from the Campaign for Dental Health.
- Mouth Healthy
View the American Dental Association’s patient guide to dental health.
Contact Our Staff
For more information about the Wisconsin Oral Health Coalition, please contact:
Rachael Henken, JD
Project Manager
(414) 337-4576
rhenken@chw.org
Rosie McGovern
Project Coordinator
(414) 337-4575
amcgovern@chw.org
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Members of the WOHC have agreed to abide by the WOHC Conflict of Interest Policy. The Wisconsin Oral Health Coalition is funded in part by the Milwaukee Health Care Partnership and the DentaQuest Partnership for Oral Health Advancement.
