Leading Change For Oral Health in Pennsylvania

PA Coalition for Oral Health remains dedicated to advancing policy changes that strengthen oral health infrastructure in Pennsylvania. To guide our advocacy efforts, we are sharing the PCOH 2026 Policy Agenda. Shaped by PCOH strategic goals, this is our roadmap to promote better oral health outcomes across Pennsylvania.

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PCOH is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 PA Oral Health Plan Funding Opportunities Program. The purpose of this program is to facilitate the implementation of the goals and recommendations of the 2020-2030 PA Oral Health Plan, as well as to advance the oral health of all Pennsylvanians. Requests may not exceed $4,000. Applications are due by October 8th at 5pm.Click here to view the report.

PCOH collected and summarized data from free and charitable clinics that provided free dental care to Pennsylvanians in 2025. Since 2018, we have collected annual data on free dental services to help measure the gap between funding provided and services needed, advocate for more state funding for dental services, and encourage participation of dentists accepting Medicaid.Click here to view.

Who We Are

Pennsylvania Coalition for Oral Health is a diverse group of leaders from across the state from schools of public health, philanthropic organizations, businesses, dental organizations, health insurance firms, advocacy organizations, state agencies, and other champions.

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Our Vision

Essential to overall health and wellness, optimal oral health benefits ALL Pennsylvanians. By bringing together oral health advocates and professionals to share the best and most innovative approaches, PCOH serves as the dynamic leading voice to improve oral health across the commonwealth.

Our Mission

To improve oral health for all Pennsylvanians by uniting stakeholders to advance advocacy, policy, education, and innovative approaches.

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PCOH is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 PA Oral Health Plan Funding Opportunities Program

September 15, 2026 at 4:47 pm

PCOH is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 PA Oral Health Plan Funding Opportunities Program. The purpose of this program is to facilitate the implementation of the goals and recommendations of the 2020-2030 PA Oral Health Plan, as well as to…

Nicole is exhibiting at the 2026 Pennsylvania Municipal Authorities Association Annual Conference and Trade Show in Erie

September 14, 2026 at 8:00 pm

Nicole is exhibiting at the 2026 Pennsylvania Municipal Authorities Association Annual Conference and Trade Show in Erie. Today alone, Nicole has connected with representatives from several municipal water systems to share information about funding opportunities and answer any questions regarding…

Nicole is exhibiting at the 2026 Pennsylvania Municipal Authorities Association Annual Conference and Trade Show in Erie

September 14, 2026 at 8:00 pm

Nicole is exhibiting at the 2026 Pennsylvania Municipal Authorities Association Annual Conference and Trade Show in Erie. Today alone, Nicole has connected with representatives from several municipal water systems to share information about funding opportunities and answer any questions regarding…