Tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood disease. The good news is that it is preventable.
Our Vision:
A healthy Texas, where all individuals enjoy the benefits of good oral health as an integral part of overall health.
Our Mission:
Promoting oral health through leadership in public health practices, policy development, education, and population based preventive services.
To learn more about the impact of tooth decay on a child's ability to learn, view the presentation, It’s Hard to Make A’s with a
Toothache: Oral Health Status of Texas Elementary Students.
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Contact Us
Mailing Address:
Oral Health Improvement Program
PO Box 149347, MC 1818
Austin, Texas 78714-9347
Physical Address:
1100 W. 49th Street
Austin, Texas 78756
Phone: 512-776-2008
Fax: 512-776-7256
Email: dental@dshs.texas.gov