What: Dental exams and fluoride varnish applications are being offered to children ages 6 months to 5 enrolled in or eligible for Early Head Start, Head Start, 4-K and Kindergarten.

Where & When: At your child's school during the school year.

Why: What is Fluoride Varnish? Fluoride varnish is a gel that is painted onto the teeth, making them stronger. The fluoride dries almost immediately leaving a coating on the teeth until brushed at bedtime. Your child will receive a minimum of 3 applications, at least 6 weeks apart, while our program is at your school.

Your child will receive:

• Dental Exam

• Fluoride varnish application

• Dental Supplies

• Individual oral health education letter describing dental services is provided with recommendations

You can help your child have a healthy mouth by getting Fluoride Varnish!

Healthy Smiles Is a program of the Florence, Forest, Oneida and Vilas County Health Departments.

For more information call: 715-4 79-3758 or view our brochure at https://health.vilascountywi.gov/uploads/Northwoods%20Dental%20Project%20Brochure.pdf

This program Is a valuable preventive dental service; however, we want to stress that It does not take the place of regular dental visits. We strongly recommend that you find a family dentist for routine dental care Including any follow up care recommended after your child has completed this oral health program.

A copy of Northwoods Dental Project HIPAA Polley can be viewed and copied off the Vilas County Health Department website https://health.vilascountywi.gov/.