People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) face unique barriers to oral health, but with better oral health literacy, those challenges can be overcome. Inclusive dental care and caregiver support can empower individuals with IDD to maintain healthier smiles.
Your voice can help improve dental care in Kansas. Oral Health Kansas’ Lived Experience Advisory Group invites individuals, caregivers, and underserved community members to share their stories and shape more inclusive, accessible dental services. Join the conversation and make a difference today.
Access to dental care should not depend on where you live or how you’re insured—but in Kansas, it often does. Fewer than 1 in 4
From Medicaid billing support to tools like the My Dental Care Passport, Pathways to Oral Health gives Kansas dentists the resources they need to deliver confident, inclusive care to patients with disabilities.
As part of the Pathways to Oral Health initiative, Oral Health Kansas has launched a new consumer video series called Confidence in Every Smile. The
The Self-Advocate Coalition of Kansas (SACK) has long been a driving force for change, ensuring that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are not
Discover the benefits of becoming a KanCare dental provider. Expand access to essential care for underserved communities, enjoy financial incentives like scholarships and loan forgiveness, and receive strong administrative support. Make a lasting impact today!
Families Together has supported Kansas families of children with disabilities for over 40 years. As an advocate in education and healthcare, they now champion oral health through the My Dental Care Passport. With a statewide impact, they help families build a vision for a better, healthier future.
Improve your dental team’s confidence and care for patients with disabilities through the free Accessible Oral Health ECHO 2025 training. Learn practical, inclusive strategies from national experts and earn CE credits—all while building a more welcoming, patient-centered practice.
For over a decade, Mel Martin has served as the Director of Development and Training at the Community Care Network of Kansas (Community Care), where
