DIAGNODENT SCREENINGS/VARNISHES

·        Fluoride varnish is a painless gel that is painted on teeth with a small brush.

·        Fluoride varnish safely helps prevent tooth decay.

·        The Diagnodent is a laser that painlessly scans teeth for unseen cavities.

·        Diagnodent screening and fluoride varnish is for ages 6 months to 18 years

·        The Diagnodent screening is free. 

·        Fluoride varnishing cost is covered by Medicaid or USD 475 grant funding

·        We refer children that need care to a dentist.

·        Taxis for dental appointments are available as needed for Medicaid insured children and accompanying guardian.

NUMBER OF SCREENINGS/VARNISHES THIS SUMMER

·        Total Screenings for Diagnodent: 153

·        Total Referrals to Dentist: 41

·        Total Number of Fluoride Varnishes:  36

·        Locations:  Summer school programs –Boys and Girls Club-Health Fairs