• The family is informed about the child’s oral development, oral health status, and oral health needs.
• The family is taught effective preventive oral care to use with their child at home.
• The family receives anticipatory guidance to prevent or reduce oral diseases or injuries.
• The family is involved in oral health care decisions.
• Informed consent for oral health treatment is provided in the family’s primary language and using terms the family can understand.
• Oral health care is provided in the least restrictive and safest possible environment for the child.
• The family is treated with dignity and respect by oral health professionals and dental office staff.
• The child is able to receive oral health care according to identified needs.
• Treatment needs and preventive care are completed in a timely manner, and a recall cycle is initiated for care based on the child’s needs and risk factors.
• Care among multiple health professionals is coordinated, and interprofessional communication occurs.
• The child’s oral health status improves as a result of care.

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