Each year more Panhandle youth are ready to flash their pearly whites, as they learn proper oral health techniques and receive better access to dental visits. Students and adults should see a dentist at least once a year. If cost is a factor, free dental exams are scheduled each summer locally. For more information on Dental Days click here.

Panhandle Public Health District Health Educator Janelle Hansen works with PreK-4th graders in the region to learn about flossing, brushing, dental exams and other good oral health practices like drinking more milk and eating right.

The very young students in preschool, kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grades enjoy a visit from Freddy Flossisaurus or Bugsy Malone, crazy-clad stuffed animals who extol the virtues of brushing inside and out, way in the back, top and bottom.

Brush ‘n Up presentations are available in daycare homes and agencies, preschools and elementary schools from February through May, with a kickoff in February for Dental Health Month. 

Little Angels Daycare in Chadron

For more information or to set up a Brush'n Up presentation,
please call Janelle Hansen (308) 487-3600 or email hansenj@pphd.org.