2008 CDHP Principles Dental Workforce

Assuring the oral health of US children requires a robust supply of well-trained professionals available to all families. Developing and maintaining a cadre of these professionals in diverse settings requires educational and training programs that are high quality, scientifically-grounded, culturally appropriate and sensitive to children’s and family’s needs. Ultimately, the best outcomes for children require all professionals and caregivers to promote prevention, with its promise of eliminating disease, and disease management, with its promise of controlling disease to minimize the need for treatment.