Abstract:Context: Dental decay is the most common chronic disease in children, with racial minorities and children living in poverty having the highest prevalence. Dental fluoride varnish, a protective coating painted on teeth to help prevent caries, requires no special equipment and can be applied in <2 minutes. Per the USPSTF and American Academy of Pediatrics, dental varnish application should be considered every 3-6 months during well child exams. Objective: Evaluate incorporation of fluoride varnish applications i… Show more
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