Sik-E-Dakh Health Society

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Children’s Oral Health Initiative (COHI)

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Promoting Healthy Smiles for a Healthier Future

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  Since 2004, the Children’s Oral Health Initiative (COHI) has been working in First Nations and Inuit communities across Canada to address oral health disparities, particularly early childhood caries (tooth decay). COHI uses a community-based, evidence-informed approach that balances prevention with minimally invasive care, helping to reduce the need for surgical treatment and improve long-term oral health outcomes.

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What is COHI?

  COHI is a free oral health program designed to support:

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• Children aged 0–7 years

• Pregnant women

• Parents and caregivers   

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Services offered through the program include:

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• Oral health screenings

• Fluoride varnish applications

• Oral health education

• Referrals for additional care such as sealants and simple fillings

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  These services are delivered in community-based settings, making oral health care more accessible and family-friendly.

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Why COHI Matters

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  The COHI program is grounded in strong evidence that:

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• Tooth decay is an infectious disease

• Tooth decay is fully preventable

• Early prevention supports lifelong oral health and reduces disease

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By starting early and focusing on education and prevention, COHI helps children and families establish healthy habits and reduce the burden of oral disease.

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Our Children’s Oral Health Aide:

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Stacey Johnson

 

 

 

 

 

For more information, please contact:

 

📞 Phone: 250-842-6876 ext. 507
📧 Email: stacey@sikedakh.org
🕒 Available: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

 

  We’re here to support your family’s journey toward better oral health—starting with strong, healthy smiles.

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