Articles

From The First Tooth: Eliminating Early Childhood Caries in Maine
A White Paper Prepared By: Center for Research to Evaluate and Eliminate Dental Disparities

Effectiveness of Preventive Dental Treatment by Physicians for Young Medicaid Enrollees
 Abstract  Bhavana, T Pahel, R. Gary Rozier et al, Pediatrics, March, 2011

Barriers to the Adoption and Implementation of Preventive Dental Services in Primary Medical Care   
Close, Rozier, Zeldin, Gilbert, Pediatrics. February, 2010

National Summit on Children's Oral Health
In November 2008, the American Academy of Pediatrics hosted the National Summit on Children's Oral Health: A New Era of Collaboration. Attended by 125 representatives from leading medical, dental and other organizations, family advocates, and federal agencies, the Summit was organized to discuss national progress in meeting the recommendations of the 2000 Oral Health in America: A Report of the Surgeon General and the National Call to Action to Promote Oral Health.

Barriers to the Adoption and Implementation of Preventive Dental Services in Primary Medical Care   
Abstract
    Pediatrics. February, 2010

Best Practice Approach Report Prevention and Control of Early Childhood Tooth Decay  
Association of State and Territorial Dental Directors and Children Dental Health Project 
Describes a public health strategy, assesses the strength of evidence on the effectiveness of the strategy, and uses practice examples to illustrate successful/innovative implementation.
March 15, 2010

FLUORIDE VARNISH

Fluoride Varnishes: A Review of Their Clinical Use, Cariostatic Mechanism, Efficacy and Safety 
J Am Dental Assoc 2000;131;589-596

Fluoride Varnish: an Evidence-Based Approach  
Research Brief Association of State and Territorial Dental Directors Fluoride Committee, September 2007

Fluoride Varnish: A Resource Guide
Maternal and Child Health Bureau                                                                          
March, 2010
The guide provides information about the use and application of fluoride varnish. The resource guide offers annotated lists of journal articles, materials, and organizations that may serve as resources.

Fluoride Varnish: An Effective Tool for Preventing Dental Caries
The fact sheet provides information about fluoride varnish and its uses, effectiveness, safety, service delivery, and reimbursement.