caregivers providers

For Providers

These resources are useful for primary care providers performing oral health services.

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Fluoride Recommendations

Guideline for practitioners and parents/caregivers to make decisions concerning appropriate use of fluoride as part of the comprehensive oral health care for young people.

Fluoride Varnish Application Guide

For provider. Step by step guide to fluoride varnish application (from supplies needed to parent/caregiver follow-up information).

Fluoride Varnish Suppliers Sheet

Lists suppliers and costs for fluoride varnish.

Primary Care Office Guide to Pediatric Oral Health

This laminated booklet is sized to fit in a coat pocket. It can be used in the exam room to prompt providers how to conduct the risk assessment and when to make dental referrals. It also includes oral health tips and photos of dental disease (from white spots to severe decay) to use as a teaching tool with patients.

3 Simple Steps Guide to Delivering Oral Health Services During Well-Child Visits

Brief one page overview of the oral health screening/risk assessment, application of fluoride varnish, anticipatory guidance how to’s (“Cliffs Notes”).

Baby Teeth Fact Sheet

Provider or parent/caregiver handout outlining key facts about children's dental disease.

Dental Clinic Access Program List

Resource document. Community Dental Clinic and Access Programs in Washington for children and adults.

Oral Health Screening Video

Video discussing and demonstrating oral health screening.

Fluoride Varnish Application Video

Video discussing and demonstrating fluoride varnish application.

Ready, Set, Implement

For office manager and/or clinic champion. Outlines key steps to have in place to facilitate implementation.

Training Fact Sheet

For office manager and/or clinic champion. Information on primary care provider training.

Special Needs Fact Sheets from the University of Washington

Fact sheets for mild to moderate manifestations of a number of special needs conditions.