Reducing dental caries in preschool children: a primer for non-dental health care professionals – MOC Section 1

Describe common pediatric dental health problems, including dental caries
Provide anticipatory guidance to families related to dental health issues including early childhood caries (ECC) prevention strategies
Discuss the role of fluoride in preventing dental caries including the evidence for efficacy and safety
Assess dental caries risk in pediatric patients and make appropriate referrals to accessible dental practitioners
Understand the impacts of the disparity of oral health resources in Canada’s Aboriginal and rural children.
Perform a pediatric oral health exam and identify early signs of dental decay