The Designed to Smile Programme
Designed to Smile is a National oral health improvement programme which will eventually be cascaded to all parts of Wales.
The Designed to Smile Programme has two elements:
A preventative programme for Nursery/Primary school children:
This involves the delivery of School/Nursery based toothbrushing and fluoride varnish programmes for children aged 3-5 helping establish good habits early on. Also children aged 6-11 will receive a Fissure Sealant programme as well as preventative advice on how to look after their oral health.
A preventative programme for children from birth to 3 years:
Initially pilots are being established working with Health Visitors and a wide range of professionals who work with young children. The aim is to give good consistent advice to parents, to provide toothbrushes and paste and encourage going to the dentist.
For more details please visit Designed to Smile