Center for the Advancement of Underserved Children

Goal and Objectives

Goal:  Reduce the proportion of children in the City of Milwaukee with active dental decay.
Mission:  Increase the number of children with a permanent dental home, allowing for early prevention, continuity of care and quality treatment.

Objectives: 

1. Reduce the proportion of children in Milwaukee with urgent oral health needs.
2. Increase the capacity of clinics and private practices to treat the uninsured and Medicaid populations.
3. Increase the number of children having access to school-based oral health prevention programs.
4. Increase the role of health care providers in assessing the oral health of Milwaukee children.