Iowa Department of Public Health, Fluoride Varnish Application Protocol, July 2018

(2018) Iowa Department of Public Health, Fluoride Varnish Application Protocol, July 2018. Public Health, Department of (Health and Human Services, Department of)

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Abstract

Fluoride varnish is a resin that is applied to the tooth surface to protect it from decay. The purpose of applying fluoride varnish is to arrest and reverse the process of dental caries formation. Most fluoride varnishes contain 5% sodium fluoride in a colophony/resin base.

Item Type: Departmental Report
Keywords: Water, Fluoride, Public Health, Dental health, Oral Health, Teeth
Subjects: Health and medicine > Healthcare
Health and medicine > Healthcare > Dental care
Natural resources and environment > Water resources > Drinking water
ID Code: 43462
Deposited By: Margaret Barr
Deposited On: 10 Mar 2023 17:28
Last Modified: 10 Mar 2023 17:28
URI: https://publications.iowa.gov/id/eprint/43462