Dental Screenings

School Dental Screening Requirement

Kindergarten and ninth grade students are required to have a dental screening. Parents must provide a copy of their student’s certificate of dental screening to their school. Only the official Iowa form will be accepted.

Forms:

Certificate of Dental Screening (PDF)
Dental Screening Rules (PDF)
Iowa HHS School Dental Screenings Web Page

I-Smile Coordinators can help families to get their children screened and to find follow-up care as needed. Call the I-Smile Coordinator at (563) 328-4114.

I-Smile Services

Early Childhood: Dental screenings and fluoride treatments may be offered to children at Head Start, WIC, preschools, and child care centers. Watch for consent forms from your child’s school, and make sure you sign up!
Elementary Schools: Each year, qualifying schools are contacted by I-Smile@School and preventive services are offered.
SCHD Immunization Clinics: A dental hygienist is available to screen most Wednesdays.