Caries Risk Assessment Appropriate for the Age 1 Visit (Infants and Toddlers)

ABSTRACT

This article discusses caries management by risk assessment for children age 0-5. Risk assessment is the first step in a comprehensive protocol for infant oral care. The program includes opportunities to establish a “dental home” and provide guidance for improved health outcomes. Risk assessment forms, instructions for use, and guidance-related education points have been included. Collaboration among all health professionals regarding early and timely intervention to promote children’s oral health and disease prevention is emphasized.

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Francisco J. Ramos-Gomez

Francisco J. Ramos-Gomez, DDS, MS, MPH, is an associate professor, Department of Orofacial Sciences, Division of Pediatric Dentistry, University of California, San Francisco; CANDO Center to Address Disparities in Children’s Oral Health.

James Crall

James J. Crall, DDS, SCD, is a professor and chair, Section of Pediatric Dentistry; director, MCHB National Oral Health Policy Center, University of California, Los Angeles, School of Dentistry.

Stuart A. Gansky

Stuart A. Gansky, DRPH, is an associate professor, Preventive and Restorative Dental Sciences, University of California, San Francisco.

Rebecca L. Slayton

Rebecca L. Slayton, DDS, PHD, is an associate professor, University of Washington, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Seattle.

John D.B. Featherstone

John D.B. Featherstone, MSC, PHD, is interim dean, University of California, San Francisco, School of Dentistry, and is a professor, Department of Preventive and Restorative Dental Sciences, at UCSF.