Did you know?
o 80% of children aged 3–15 years began toothbrushing at greater than 1 year of age
o Nearly 60% of Ohio children enter Kindergarten needing extra supports to engage
o You can receive $50 worth of FREE books, toothbrushes, and fluoride varnish kits at the BBB Regional Training on November 13
The Ohio AAP is empowering providers to promote positive early childhood relationships and development of oral health, literacy, and sleep routines through the Brush, Book, Bed (BBB) Program. BBB is a program designed to improve discussions with families on three important health topics: oral health, early literacy, and sleep routines. Learn more about how you can become involved below, or contact Hayley Southworth at hsouthworth@ohioaap.org.
Brush, Book, Bed Regional Training will be held November 13, and include education on the BBB topics, as well as demonstrations of fluoride varnish application. Trainings are free and open to all Ohio healthcare providers. 5 points of MOC Part II and 5 hours of CME credit are available for participants in these trainings. $50 worth of books, toothbrushes, and fluoride varnish will be provided to in person attendees!
Trainings will be held from 1:30 – 4:30 pm on November 13 at the Baker Center, Ohio University, Athens (Resources Provided at Training) or by webinar (no resources provided). Click here to register now!