Module 4: Implementation of Rural Oral Health Programs

When implementing an oral health program, it is important to have the appropriate staff, partners, and resources. Each program's needs will differ depending on the goals, program model, and the intended audience. This module presents information on the implementation of oral health programs, including facilitators of success and common challenges.

For a broad overview of rural program implementation, see Implementing a Rural Community Health Program in the Rural Community Health Toolkit.

In this module:

• Guidelines for Rural Oral Health Programs
• Adapting Programs to Serve Your Community
• Staff Needed to Support Programs
• Other Resources Needed to Support Programs
• Rural Oral Health Program Partners
• Implementation Considerations
• Population Considerations for Rural Oral Health Programs
• Facilitators of Successful Programs
• Common Implementation Challenges