Are you looking for ways to improve oral health in Texas?
The Texas Oral Health Coalition, Inc. (TxOHC) is the primary organization in Texas that provides a nonpartisan forum which allows a diverse network of stakeholders to collaborate and create innovative and viable solutions to improve oral health for all Texans. Our members encourage collaboration to foster whole person health, eliminate oral disparities and address health inequalities for underserved populations. If you envision optimal health for all Texans, then we would like to invite you to apply for membership and partner with our Coalition.
TxOHC is comprised of over 600 members including dental professionals, health professionals, educators, businesses community health clinics, and oral health advocates who engage with the Coalition from across the state.
Make your voice heard.
Mobilize your community.
Mobilize your community.
LEAD WITH US
How to Become a Member:
- Choose your Category (Associate, Student, Active)
- Complete the Easy Online Application, or the fillable mail in form
- Select Your Payment Method (Select from options on the application form)
Associate or Student Member
Membership is open to any individual that agrees to the TxOHC Statement of Principles.
Membership has no dues and is ongoing until terminated by the individual or organization.
Students are required to be enrolled in Accredited Programs, Colleges or Universities.
Active Member
An individual person at-large may join the coalition unaffiliated with any specific organization.
Active members can vote on coalition decisions including policy priorities, election of officers, and other coalition related decisions.
Active members have the opportunity to receive free or discounted dental continuing education credits through attendance of coalition events.
Coalition Partners
Coalition Partners receive additional benefits beyond those of Organizational Members.
To become a Coalition Partner, please visit the Coalition Partner page.
Open to organizations, institutions, associations, coalitions, nonprofits, foundations, and corporations.
| TxOHC Member Benefits | Associate or Student | Active |
| Annual Dues | No Fee | $50/person |
Networking Opportunities at Local, State and National Levels |
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Eligible to join a Regional Oral Health Coalition and participate on the regional level |
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Eligible to attend TxOHC Annual and Quarterly Meetings |
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Voting Privileges |
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Leadership Opportunities |
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Participate in the Midwest Dental Equipment & Supply Collaborative Stakeholder Initiative. |
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Volunteer opportunities |
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Eligible for reduced cost or free continuing dental education hours |
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Eligible for special pricing to Coalition-hosted or co-hosted events |
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Receive Electronic Communications |
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Access to members-only Listserv |
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Contribute Electronic Communications to Share with Network |
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Opportunity to Participate on TxOHC Workgroups or Focus Groups |
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Opportunity to Participate on TxOHC Committees |
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Internship Opportunities |
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Access Support for Professional Development (communications, fluoridation training, educational conferences, special programs, webinars, workshops) |
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Opportunity to Write Articles for Blog |
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Peer Support and Collaboration |
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Research and Development of Oral Health Resources |
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Resource Sharing |
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Active members are eligible to receive:
- Networking opportunities at Local, State and National Levels
- Leadership opportunities
- Voting priveleges
- Participation in the Midwest Dental Equipment & Supply Collaborative Stakeholder Initiative
- Electronic communications and participation in the members-only Listserv
- Eligible for special pricing to Coalition hosted or co-hosted events
- Eligible for reduced cost or free continuing dental education hours
Associate members are eligible to receive:
- Networking Opportunities
- Membership with their regional oral health coalition
- Volunteer opportunities
- Participation in the Midwest Dental Equipment & Supply Collaborative Stakeholder Initiative
- Electronic communications and participation in the members-only Listserv
Student members are eligible to receive:
- Internship opportunities
- Networking Opportunities
- Membership with their regional oral health coalition
- Volunteer opportunities
- Participation in the Midwest Dental Equipment & Supply Collaborative Stakeholder Initiative
- Electronic communications and participation in the members-only Listserv
Collaborative Stakeholder Initiative
As part of the Collaborative Stakeholder Initiative between TxOHC and Midwest Dental, TxOHC members receive:
- Substantial price discounts on merchandise, capital equipment and laboratory services
- Reduced service rate available
- Opportunities for free quarterly service call
and equipment maintenance training session
If you would like to take advantage of this cost-savings opportunity:
- Join TxOHC as a member
- Contact your Midwest Dental representative or the designated Midwest Dental contact Customer Service Manager Kristin Gonzales at (800) 766-2025 or kristin.gonzales@midwestdental.com to set up an account and reference you are a member of TXOHC.
To place an order, please visit them at MidwestDental.com!
Many Thanks to Our Organizational Members
