Since 1998, KIND has partnered with Denver area elementary schools to provide its Chopper Topper program for children with limited access to dental care.
Chopper Topper is a mobile dental clinic staffed by hygienists who visit schools each week, providing onsite screening and prevention services. Schools served by Chopper Topper have student population of 50% or more qualifying for the free or reduced lunch program.
100+ schools Served
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Lisa Valdez, RDH, CDHC
Director of Outreach Services
(e) lvaldez@kindsmiles.org
(0) 720-795-9793 x1004
(m) 303-358-7324
treating the littlest coloradans!
KIND is working to meet the growing demand for early intervention. Chopper Topper’s schedule for the 2023-24 school year included 24 Early Childhood Education Centers and 12 Head Start programs.
WHY ARE DENTAL SEALANTS IMPORTANT
Why are dental sealants important? Research has shown that dental sealants, when retained intact, are nearly 100% effective in preventing dental decay in permanent molar teeth, especially when used in combination with other preventive measures such as fluoride, and regular brushing. Placing dental sealants on children’s teeth protects the tooth enamel from the acids that cause tooth decay.
Check Out Our Virtual Education Series!
"Healthy Smiles! / Sonrisas Saludables”
Want a fun, kid friendly video that talks about why it’s important to take care of your mouth with some tips on how to do so? Watch Healthy Smiles and scan the QR code towards the end to download a free toothbrush chart!
¿Quiere un video divertido y apto para niños que hable sobre él porque es importante cuidar su boca y con algunos consejos de cómo hacerlo? ¡Mire Sonrisas Sanas (Healthy Smiles)! ¡Escanee el código QR hacia el final para descargar gratis una tabla de cepillado de dientes!
"Healthy Bodies! / Cuerpos Saludables"
What do bodies and mouths both need? Healthy food! Watch this kid friendly video to get some tips to keep your mouths and bodies healthy and scan the QR code at the end for a free toothbrush chart!
¿Qué es lo que nuestros cuerpos y bocas necesitan? ¡Comida Saludable! ¡Mire este video para niños para obtener algunos consejos sobre cómo mantener la boca y el cuerpo saludables y escanee el código QR hacia el final para descargar gratis una tabla de cepillado de dientes!
"Healthy Minds! / Mentes Saludables"
Need some ways to have a happy mind? Get some fun suggestions to help your mind stay happy including brushing your teeth but watching Healthy Minds. Scan the QR code at the end for a free toothbrush chart.
¿Necesita algunas formas para tener una mente feliz? ¡Obtenga algunas sugerencias para ayudar a que su mente se mantenga feliz incluyendo cepillarse los dientes, pero mirando Mentes Sanas (Healthy Minds)! ¡Escanee el código QR hacia el final para descargar gratis una tabla de cepilla
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