June 11th, 2025 Children's Oral Health and Fluoride, Facts about Fluoride
Healthy gums and teeth are important to your child’s overall health. This is why your child’s doctor will talk with you about good dental habits even before your child’s first tooth comes in. Once your child has a tooth, your doctor or dentist may recommend that your child receive fluoride varnish treatments in the office […]
November 7th, 2023 Facts about Fluoride, Fluoride and Public Health, Fluoride in the News
In recent years, multiple studies have compared communities with and without the preventive health benefits of fluoride in water. Each one of these studies has revealed fluoridation’s benefits, but let’s take a closer look at the most recent study, which was conducted in England. The purpose of CATFISH (Cumbrian Assessment of Teeth a Fluoride Intervention […]
June 22nd, 2023 Children's Oral Health, Health Equity, Infographics
The AAP Oral Health Risk Assessment tool has been updated to streamline and support this essential component of the well-child visit. The tool is now accompanied by an intake form to collect pertinent patient information from parents/caregivers. An updated self-management goal sheet supports shared decision-making on preventing cavities and maintaining healthy teeth at home. The […]
Campaign for Dental Health
© 2025 American Academy of Pediatrics
