Working together to increase access and reduce disease.

Welcome

What is the most common chronic disease of childhood? Are there many people other than oral health professionals who would answer dental disease? Indeed, dental caries (also referred to as cavities and tooth decay) is the most common chronic disease in both children and adults here on Cape Cod and the Islands as well as across the country. Oral health is an essential and integral component of overall health throughout life. No one can be truly healthy unless he or she is free from the burden of dental disease.

The good news as that we know how to prevent dental disease. While we know that brushing and flossing is important for a healthy mouth, as are regular dental checkups, there are a variety of significant actions that schools, communities, health providers, insurers, and state and local governments can take to improve oral health, especially for the most vulnerable.

OHEC is where these stakeholders come together to plan, implement and evaluate actions to reduce dental disease.

We invite you to join us!