Reconnecting Practicing Hygienists with the Nation's Leading Educators and Researchers.

Author

Joel H. Berg, DDS, MS

Joel H. Berg, DDS, MS, is a professor and dean of the University of Washington School of Dentistry in Seattle. A pediatric dentist with more than 20 years of experience, he is also the former president of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Berg has authored or co-authored more than 100 abstracts, articles, and chapters, and is co-editor of the textbookæEarly Childhood Oral Health. One of his main research interests is innovative new technologies for the early detection of caries. Berg is also aæDimensions of Dental HygieneæEditorial Advisory Board member.

Fluoride

Going Off Label

Although not approved by the FDA specifically for caries prevention, when used appropriately fluoride varnish is an effective and safe therapy in reducing caries.
Fluoride

Furthering Fluoride Usage

Off-label use of fluoride varnish as a caries prevention agent adds another valuable tool to the topical fluoride armamentarium. 

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