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 Oral Health Initiative: A Program of the American Academy of Pediatrics
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Course Outline > Conclusion

You Can Make a Difference!

Institute oral health risk assessments into well-child visits.
Provide patient education regarding oral health.
Provide appropriate prevention interventions (eg, feeding practices, hygiene).
Document findings and follow-up.
Train office staff in oral health assessment.
Identify dentists (pediatric/general) in your area who accept new patients/Medicaid patients.
Work with local dentists to establish a referral relationship.
Investigate fluoride content in area water supply.
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  In summary, the child health professional can make a significant difference in the prevention and early treatment of early childhood dental caries by doing the following:

 
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