COMPONENTS OF ORAL HEALTH SUPERVISION
Optimal oral health supervision for infants, children, and adolescents should contain the following components:
Components of Oral Health Supervision |
Provided by Oral Health Professionals |
Provided by Other Health Professionals |
| Family preparation | √ | √ |
| Interview questions | √ | √ |
| Risk assessment | √ | √ |
| Screening, including recognizing and reporting of suspected child abuse/neglect | √ | √ |
| Examination, including periodontal assessment and treatment for oral disease and injury | √ | |
| Preventive procedures (application of dental sealants or topical fluoride varnishes, gels, or foams) as approved by state practice acts or regulations | √ | √ |
| Anticipatory guidance | √ | √ |
| Measurable outcomes | √ | √ |
| Referrals, as needed | √ | √ |