The PA Chapter of the American Assosication of Pediatrics expresses a sincere “Thank you” to everyone who was able to stop by the PA AAP sponsor table at the PAPSA conference last week. It was wonderful to connect in person and share the work of the PA AAP. For those who may have missed us or attended virtually, PA AAP is providing access to the resources provided during the event.

The goal of the PA Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics’, Healthy Teeth Healthy Children (HTHC) program is to bring essential oral health resources to school nurses, students, caregivers, and administrators. PA AAP aims to simplify the access and delivery of important oral health resources, particularly for schools that may not have an active dental provider of record or a Certified School Dental Hygienist on staff and is committed to expanding partnerships with school districts across Pennsylvania, providing resources to support not only oral health but also the overall health and well-being of students.

For your reference, PA AAP has included a link to both the PA AAP website and the HTHC program webpage to see the work of the overall Chapter and other programs within.

PA AAP has also included a link to one of its partners, the Pennsylvania Coalition for Oral Health, for additional resources you can order for free pertaining to oral health, nutrition, tobacco/nicotine, workforce, HPV prevention and so much more.

If you’re interested in learning more about the PA AAP oral health toolkit for school nurses and professionals or would like details on how to implement a topical fluoride varnish program, please don’t hesitate to reach out to PA AAP Oral Health Project Manager Jacqueline Pugliese via email. Her contact information is below. She will be happy to provide more information or arrange a time to discuss further.

Jacqueline Pugliese, RDH, MPH
She/her/hers
Oral Health Project Manager
PA Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics 
661 Moore Road, Suite 200King of Prussia, PA 19406
Phone: 484-446-3055[email protected]