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What are the steps of fluoride varnish application?

by Rhyley Bryan

What are the steps of fluoride varnish application?

Supplies needed: • Cotton gauze (2×2)

  • Step 1: Position the child—knee-to-knee.
  • Step 2: Apply the fluoride varnish.
  • Step 3: Follow-up info for parent.
  • – Apply to children at-risk of tooth decay, beginning with the first tooth.
  • Step 1: Oral health screening and risk assessment (birth – 3 years)
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  • SCREENING.

    • When can fluoride varnish be applied?

    Fluoride varnish application is now required at all CC visits, starting at the eruption of the first tooth or no later than 12 months of age, and continuing through 5 years of age. This can be done as often as 4 times per year in the clinic setting.

    Where is fluoride varnish applied?

    Fluoride varnish is painted on the top and sides of each tooth with a small brush. It is sticky but hardens once it comes in contact with saliva. Your child may feel the hardened varnish with his tongue but will not be able to lick the varnish off. It does not hurt when the varnish is applied.

    When can I brush after fluoride varnish?

    The treatment period for fluoride is four to six hours. After treatment: Do not brush or floss for at least six hours.

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