Dental Professionals and Other Providers

Resources for Dental Professionals and Other Providers

State of Connecticut Oral Health Assessment Screening Form

The Commissioner of Public Health has selected the Smiles for Life courses listed below as the approved training program for a legally qualified practitioner of medicine, physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse to complete the Part 3 - Oral Health Assessment/Screening form as part of the health assessment record for school enrollment.

Course 1: Oral to Systemic Health
Course 2: Child Oral Health
Course 6: Caries Risk Assessment, Fluoride Varnish and Counseling
Course 7: The Oral Examination

To access the Connecticut Health Assessment Screening Form, visit the Connecticut State Department of Education website or download a copy (pdf.)

Infection Control and Prevention

Infection Control Guidelines in Dental Settings

CDC Infection Prevention in Dental Settings
OSAP Infection Control Guidelines for Dental Settings
OSHA Guidelines for Dentistry

Practitioner Licensing

Visit the Department of Public Health, Practitioner Licensing & Investigations Section webpage for information on licensing for Dentists, Dental Hygienists, and Dental Assistants and dental permits for anesthesia and conscious sedation.

Safety Net Programs

The Connecticut Dental Health Partnership compiles this list of facilities who provide dental services to assist patients who are not eligible for Husky health.

Connecticut Dental Safety Net Facilities (pdf)

Tobacco and Oral Health

Visit the Connecticut Department of Public Health Tobacco and Cannabis Prevention Program website for resources and information on connecting with cessation services.

 

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Last updated 3/6/2026