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    Childsmile

    The Childsmile logo with 4 cartoon children's faces.

    Childsmile is a national programme designed to improve the oral health of children in Scotland and reduce inequalities both in dental health and access to dental services.

    It is funded by the Scottish Government and has three main elements:

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  • Oral Health Improvement

    • Caring for Smiles for Adults in Scotland
      • Caring for Smiles for Adults in Scotland – Professionals
      • Caring for Smiles for Adults in Scotland – Individuals, friends and family
        • Dysphagia
    • – CfS for Dependent Older People
      • Professionals
      • Individuals, friends and family
      • Resource library
      • Evaluation and monitoring
    • – CfS for People with Experience of the Justice System
      • Professionals
      • Individuals, Friends and Family
    • – CfS for Adults with Additional Care Needs
      • Professionals
      • Individuals, Friends and Family
    • – CfS for People Experiencing Homelessness
      • Professionals
      • Individuals, Friends and Family
    • – Childsmile
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