DENTAL
Dental Health Programs for Children – The Marshall County Health Department, in partnership with the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry, provides free dental sealants for 2nd and 7th graders in Marshall County . The Tooth fairy also visits area childcare centers, preschools, and kindergartens to promote proper dental health. The Dental Varnish Program is offered to children under the age of
five to prevent tooth decay.
Fluoride Varnish:
Fluoride varnish is a method for aiding in the prevention of dental decay.
Fluoride varnish is a sticky, caramel colored liquid containing fluoride.
Varnish may taste unpleasant, but taste returns to normal within seconds.
Varnish is not harmful. After varnish application, there is a temporary yellowish to teeth which usually resolves in about 1-2 days.
Fluoride varnish needs to be applied twice a year.
Fluoride varnish will not prevent early childhood cavities if behavior of caregiver doesn't change towards healthy dental habits.
For more information on the Dental Program call Terri Delancey at 252-2716!