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AIM Partners: Products Developed by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD)

Bibliography of Materials from MCHLine®

This bibliography of 35 items is drawn from MCHLine®, the MCH Digital Library online catalog. It includes selected materials published primarily in the last ten years.  

The MCH Digital Library focuses on publications from federal and state agencies, from grantees of federal and state agencies, and from professional and voluntary organizations. It contains unique materials on the history of maternal and child health in the United States, policy papers, reports, conference proceedings, manuals, survey instruments, guidelines, and curricula. The library does not collect materials on clinical medicine. Consumer health materials and commercially published materials are collected very selectively.

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American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. n.d.. Chairside guide: Silver diamine fluoride in the management of dental caries lesions. The Reference Manual of Pediatric Dentistry 638-639, 2 pp.

Annotation: This guide provides information about how silver diamine fluoride (SDF) can be used in the management of dental caries. Information on who may benefit from SFD application and criteria for tooth selection is offered, along with information about how to apply SDF and how to follow up after treatment. What patients can expect after application is also discussed.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Dental caries, Disease management, Followup, Oral health, Prevention, Silver diamine fluoride

Noble D, Rawle L, Fosse C. 2024. Reimbursement for dental services for children covered by Medicaid. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Research and Policy Center, 19 pp.

Annotation: This brief provides data on variations across states in the recognition of and reimbursement for select oral health services for children. Content build upon two editions of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry's resource, Are Your Kids Covered? The brief also presents information on the importance of selected services. Time trends in state coverage for selected services for children are included, and data and methods are discussed.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Oral health, Reimbursement, Statistical data, Trends

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. 2023. Fluoride therapy (rev. ed.). Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 7 pp. (The Reference Manual of Pediatric Dentistry)

Annotation: This document provides recommendations to help health professionals and parents make decisions concerning appropriate use of fluoride as part of comprehensive oral health care for infants, children, adolescents, and individuals with special health care needs. Methods are presented, and background information about fluoride (community water fluoridation, fluoride supplements, topical fluoride treatments, and silver diamine fluoride) is included.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Adolescents with special health care needs, Children with special health care needs, Fluoride, Infants with special health care needs, Oral health, Special health care needs

Ignelzi MA, Brickhouse T, Caffrey E, Amini H, Dyda S, Wedeward R, Fosse C, Casamassimo P. 2023. Hidden crisis: Pediatric oral health in rural America. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Research and Policy Center, 19 pp.

Annotation: This report provides information on the disproportionately poor oral health of children living in rural areas of the United States. It describes the problem, discusses children’s access to oral health care in rural areas, and presents promising strategies for improving access. Descriptions of model programs for advancing pediatric oral health in rural areas are included, along with profiles of dentists who have found working in rural areas rewarding. The report offers suggestions for actions to improve the oral health of children living in rural areas.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Access to health care, Oral health, Rural health, Rural population

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. 2023. Physician use of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) in dental caries management. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 4 pp.

Annotation: This brief provides guidance on physicians' use of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) to help reduce tooth decay. The brief explains what SDF is and offers reminders for physicians about SDF application. Also discussed is preparing a dental referral network and obtaining training on the appropriate use of SDF, case selection, application techniques, and risks of SDF. Link to resources on the following topics are included: becoming familiar with SDF, solidifying foundational oral health knowledge, and SDF application hands-on training.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Oral health, Prevention, Referrals, Silver diamine fluoride, Training, Treatment

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. 2022. Periodicity of examination, preventive dental services, anticipatory guidance/counseling, and oral treatment for infants, children, and adolescents. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 13 pp. (Reference Manual of Pediatric Dentistry)

Annotation: This best practice guide from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry contains recommendations for oral health care for children and youth by age group (six to twelve months, twelve to twenty-four months, two to six years, six to twelve years, and twelve years and older). Information was gathered via database and hand searches, as well as recommendations based upon expert and/or consensus opinion by experienced researchers and clinicians. [This document was developed by the Clinical Affairs Committee, adopted in 1991, and last revised by the Council on Clinical Affairs in 2018.]

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org

Keywords: Guidelines, Oral health, Pediatric dentistry

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. 2022. Policy on social determinants of children's oral health and health disparities (rev. ed.). Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 9 pp.

Annotation: This report provides information on the influence of factors including access to care, oral disease, behaviors, and oral health inequalities on children’s oral health. Methods and background are presented, and recommendations for oral health professionals and policymakers are offered. The report also includes a policy statement.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org Available from the website.

Keywords: zzz, Access to health care, Health equity, Oral health, Public policy, Tooth decay, Tooth diseases

Mayer BD, Agolini I, Wright R, Casamassimo P. 2022. Value-based care in pediatric dentistry. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatric Oral Health Research and Policy Center, 15 pp.

Annotation: This brief includes information on the value-based care (VBC) model. Under this model, health professionals are paid based on the overall quality of care they provide, not on the number of services rendered or the number of patients served. The brief describes three models (fee for service, capitation or managed care, and VBC) and presents recommendations for VBC programs that provide children with oral health care. Challenges to developing a VBC system are addressed.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Research and Policy Center, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Secondary Telephone: (800) 544-2174 Fax: (312) 337-6329 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.aapd.org/research/policy-center/ Available from the website.

Keywords: Child health, Health programs, Managed care, Models, Oral health, Quality assurance, Service delivery systems

Caffrey E, Tate AR, Cashion SW, Lee JY, Casamassimo P, Wright R, Litch CS, Essling M. 2021. Are your kids covered? Medicaid coverage for the essential oral health benefits (2nd ed.). Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 16 pp.

Annotation: This brief evaluates Medicaid coverage for a select group of dental insurance codes that address barriers to optimal oral health care for children. The goal of the brief, which explains how these codes are created and why they are important, is to raise awareness of the codes and of the benefits of advocating for their inclusion in state fee schedules. For each code, the brief offers a rationale, a recommendation, and a list of states that reimburse for the code.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Dental caries, Disease prevention, Insurance, Medicaid, Oral health

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. 2021. Oral health care for the pregnant pediatric dental patient. American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 10 pp. (Reference Manual of Pediatric Dentistry)

Annotation: These guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry are intended for use by dental care professionals while they care for pregnant adolescents. The report provides recommendations regarding preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic oral health care for pregnant youth; proven results from clinical trials, systematic reviews, or meta-analysis yielding 56 articles. Recommendations were reached based upon expert and/or consensus opinion by experienced researchers and clinicians. [This document was developed through a collaborative effort of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Councils on Clinical Affairs and Scientific Affairs.]

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org

Keywords: Guidelines, Oral health, Pregnant adolescents, Prenatal care

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatric Oral Health Research and Policy Center. 2021. Silver diamine fluoride: Policy and fact summary. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 6 pp.

Annotation: This fact sheet explains what is silver diamine fluoride (SDF) and discusses its effectiveness, safety, and advantages and disadvantages; whether it is cost effective; and potential cost savings for health care systems resulting from SDF use. Also addressed are when, where, and why to use SDF; who is a good candidate for SDF; who should apply SDF; reimbursement for SDF application; coverage for SDF use; and the insurance code for SDF.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Costs, Fluoride, Health insurance, Oral health, Prevention, Safety

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. 2020. American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry policy on tobacco use. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 5 pp. (Reference Manual of Pediatric Dentistry)

Annotation: This policy document (from the monograph Reference Manual of Pediatric Dentistry) was developed by the Council on Clinical Affairs and adopted in 2000, and was revised and updated in 2015. The policies are based on a literature review on the consequences of smoking on youth from infancy to age eighteen. Statistical data was gathered from the CDC's National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS) conducted in 1999, 2000, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2009, 2011, and 2012 through 2019 as part of the Healthy People 2010 and 2020 objectives on tobacco use. A list of references directs the reader to other sources.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org

Keywords: Lung cancer, Passive smoking, Smoking cessation

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. 2020. Talking to parents about the COVID-19 pandemic. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 2 pp.

Annotation: This handout provides information for parents about children’s oral health care during COVID-19. Topics include how COVID-19 has impacted dental offices, what constitutes a dental emergency, whether going to dental visits will be safe, what will be different about visiting the dentist, how to keep a child’s teeth healthy at home, how to prepare children for visiting the dentist, and whether it is necessary to bring a child to the dentist for regular preventive visits.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Access to health care, Infectious diseases, Oral health, Oral hygiene, Prevention, Safety, Virus diseases

Casamassimo PS, Chin JR, Conte CE, Crystal YO, Ginsberg E, McGuire E, Estrella Yuson MR, Wright R. 2020. Treating tooth decay: How to make the best restorative choices for children's health. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatric Oral Health Research and Policy Center, 15 pp.

Annotation: This brief focuses on restorative choices for decayed teeth in children. It discusses the importance of treating tooth decay in children, what to consider when choosing the type of restoration, and how cavities are formed. Detailed information, including treatment name, description, best uses, success rates, and average costs, for specific types of restorations is presented. Action steps for policymakers, insurers, pediatric dentists, and parents and other caregivers are included. The brief also offers tips for tooth decay prevention.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Research and Policy Center, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Secondary Telephone: (800) 544-2174 Fax: (312) 337-6329 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.aapd.org/research/policy-center/ Available from the website.

Keywords: Costs, Dental caries, Financing, Oral health, Prevention, Treatment

Fleming E, Seymour B, eds. 2019. Interdisciplinary approaches for improved oral health: Building the field through integrated and community-based health practices. Springfield, IL: American Association of Public Health Dentistry, 10 pp. (White paper)

Annotation: This paper highlights interdisciplinary approaches for improving oral health: (1) human papillomavirus vaccination uptake, (2) fluoride varnish application, and (3) emergency department utilization for nontraumatic or preventable oral conditions. Each example highlights how population health can be improved with integrated health practices. Each describes the public health significance of the action; highlights best, evidence-based strategies; presents stories from the field to illustrate the impact of the action; and suggests how oral health professionals can advocate for change while optimizing oral health and overall health.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Advocacy, Fluoride varnish, Human papillomavirus, Oral health, Public health, Service integration, Vaccination

Baker SD, Lee JY, Wright R. 2019. The importance of the age one dental visit. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatric Oral Health Research and Policy Center, 16 pp.

Annotation: This report focuses on the importance of taking a child to the dentist by age 1 to prevent oral disease. It discusses the prevalence of tooth decay in children, the effectiveness of prevention and early intervention, the consequences of delaying treatment, and barriers to accessing care early. It also discusses the benefits of integrating oral health care into primary care.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Research and Policy Center, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Secondary Telephone: (800) 544-2174 Fax: (312) 337-6329 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.aapd.org/research/policy-center/ Available from the website.

Keywords: Access to health care, Costs, Early intervention, Oral health, Prevention, Service integration, Young children

Hill BJ, Meyer BD, Baker SD, Meeske J, Lee JY, Cashion S, Wright R, Casamassimo P, Litch CS. 2019. The state of little teeth (2nd ed.). Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatric Oral Health Research and Policy Center, 31 pp.

Annotation: This report examines tooth decay among young children. Topics include the high prevalence of tooth decay in young children, the impact of tooth decay on quality of life, dental visits among young children, and the dental home. Also discussed are how parents can find a dental home for their child, Medicaid solutions to the problem of health disparities, child well-being, and advocacy. In addition, the report looks at implications of the Affordable Care Act for pediatric oral health.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Dental caries, Medicaid, Oral health, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, Young children

Meeske JA, Brickhouse TH, Casamassimo P, Wright R, Litch CS, Essling M. 2017. Pediatric dentist toolkit for seeing patients with Medicaid: Changing children's lives one smile at a time. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatric Oral Health Research and Policy Center, 19 pp.

Annotation: This toolkit for pediatric dentists offers guidance on providing care to children enrolled in Medicaid within a practice setting. Topics include understanding Medicaid, Medicaid coverage for dental services, why dentists should consider participating in Medicaid, and how to become a Medicaid provider. Additional topics include how to prepare a pediatric dental team to work with the Medicaid system, how to schedule clients, how to find training opportunities for team members, how to administer Medicaid, and how to locate resources.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Research and Policy Center, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Secondary Telephone: (800) 544-2174 Fax: (312) 337-6329 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.aapd.org/research/policy-center/ Available from the website.

Keywords: Children, Dental care, EPSDT, Medicaid, Oral health, Pediatric care, Pediatric dentistry, Pediatric dentists, Provider participation, Reimbursement, Resources for professionals, Screening

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. 2016. Definitions, oral health policies, and clinical guidelines. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, multiple items.

Annotation: This resource comprises definitions, policies, and clinical guidelines of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. New, revised, and reaffirmed policies and guidelines address topics such as medically necessary care, work force issues and delivery of oral health services in a dental home, use of fluoride, use of dental bleaching, infection control, caries-risk assessment and management, restorative dentistry, oral surgery, and informed consent.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Adolescents, Children, Children with special health care needs, Dental care, Guidelines, Health policy, Infants, Oral health, Pediatric dentistry, Perinatal health, Professional societies

Frese W, Nowak A, Royston L, Mathew T, Casamassimo P, Wright R, Silverman J, Yin H. [2015]. Caries risk factors for primary care providers based on shared determinants of health. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatric Oral Health Research and Policy Center, 15 pp.

Annotation: This report provides information about a project to develop a caries risk assessment tool for pediatric health professionals. It discusses why caries risk assessment tools are not widely used and what methods pediatric health professionals are using to assess risk instead, methods for collecting data (including analyzing retrospective chart reviews and conducting interviews with pediatric health professionals), results, and a discussion.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Research and Policy Center, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Secondary Telephone: (800) 544-2174 Fax: (312) 337-6329 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.aapd.org/research/policy-center/ Available from the website.

Keywords: Dental caries, Oral health, Primary care, Risk assessment, Service integration

American Dental Association, Health Policy Institute; American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatric Oral Health Research & Policy Center. 2015. Dental care in accountable care organizations: Insights from 5 case studies. Chicago, IL: American Dental Association, 27 pp.

Annotation: This report presents case study findings on successes and challenges related to incorporating oral health care into accountable care organizations (ACOs) in Iowa, Minnesota, Oregon, and Southwest Washington. Each case study provides the ACO’s background and market overview and describes payment arrangements and risk-sharing, care coordination, provision of oral health care, challenges to oral health care provision, and results.

Contact: American Dental Association, Health Policy Institute, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611-2678, Telephone: (312) 440-2500 Web Site: http://www.ada.org/en/science-research/health-policy-institute Available from the website.

Keywords: Accountability, Case studies, Children, Coordination, Dental care, Health services delivery, Model programs, Oral health, Patient care management, Pregnant women, Primary care, Quality assurance, Reimbursement, Service integration, State programs

Lee J. 2014. Early preventive dental visits. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatric Oral Health Research and Policy Center, 6 pp.

Annotation: This report provides information about the importance of early preventive dental visits. Topics include the consequences of waiting to receive dental care, the rationale for early preventive dental visits in medicine, the cost-effectiveness of early dental intervention, and the effectiveness of early dental visits. Statistical information about average costs of dental care and for average related costs of treatment in the hospital/operating room for children ages 1–5 are provided.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Research and Policy Center, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Secondary Telephone: (800) 544-2174 Fax: (312) 337-6329 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.aapd.org/research/policy-center/ Available from the website.

Keywords: Dental care, Early childhood caries, Health care costs, Oral health, Prevention, Young children

Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children: The Foundation of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. 2014. Every child deserves a dental home. Chicago, IL: Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children: The Foundation of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 23 pp.

Annotation: This report provides information about the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) Foundation's vision, mission, planning objectives, shared accomplishments, progress made, and future plans. Topics include access to care grants, Dental Home Day, Leadership and Advanced Leadership Institutes, contributions, and AAPD member participation.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Foundation, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://aapdfoundation.org/ Available from the website.

Keywords: Children, Collaboration, Dental care, Family centered care, Financing, Grants, Leadership, Oral health, Participation, Pediatric care, Public private partnerships, Relationships

Mitchell-Royston L, Nowak A, Silverman J. 2014. Interprofessional study of oral health in primary care: Final report. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatric Oral Health Research and Policy Center, 19 pp.

Annotation: This report presents findings from focus groups and practice observations on oral-health-promotion activities in primary care settings. The report identifies drivers to successful implementation of oral health promotion in primary care settings, caries-risk-assessment tools used in primary care and how they might be improved, and what parents and other caregivers think about oral health care information that primary care health professionals present. Recommendations for increasing oral health promotion in the primary care setting are included.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Focus groups, Health promotion, Interdisciplinary approach, Observation, Oral health, Primary care, Research

Moursi A. 2013. Patient centered care. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatric Oral Health Research and Policy Center, 12 pp.

Annotation: This brief describes principles of and case studies on how patient- and family-centered care fit within the dental home. The brief also addresses health information technology and government programs that promote this care model. Finally, policy recommendations for patient- and family-centered care are presented. Topics include respect and cultural competence, integration and coordination of care, communication and information sharing, quality of care, and whole-person and comprehensive care.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Research and Policy Center, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Secondary Telephone: (800) 544-2174 Fax: (312) 337-6329 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.aapd.org/research/policy-center/ Available from the website.

Keywords: Cultural competence, Dental care, Family centered care, Health services delivery, Oral health, Patient care management, Physician patient relations, Service integration

Silverman J, Douglass J, Graham L. 2013. The use of case management to improve dental health in high risk populations. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatric Oral Health Research and Policy Center, 12 pp.

Annotation: This policy brief addresses case management as a way to help families use available oral health services and reduce their risk for dental caries. Topics include oral health disparities, barriers to care, the dental home, and the role of case management in the prevention of oral disease. The brief also describes effective case-management strategies including motivational interviewing, client education and health literacy, care coordination, community outreach and education, and appointment-reminder systems; discusses policy recommendations; and presents a case study.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Access to health care, Barriers, Case management, Case studies, Children, Health care utilization, Low income groups, Oral health, Vulnerability

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. 2012–. The Mouth Monsters. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, multiple items.

Annotation: These resources for parents and young children feature cartoon "monsters" Ginger Bite-Us, Tartar the Terrible, and Tooth D.K. and focus on ways to keep teeth healthy and "monster-free." Contents include tips on creating tooth fairy traditions, promoting oral health in children with special needs, weaning from the pacifier, preparing for common types of childhood tooth injuries, and encouraging healthy habits at the holidays. Videos and information about the role of pediatric dentists are also included. Some materials are available in English and Spanish.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Children, Disease prevention, Health promotion, Infants, Materials for children, Media campaigns, Oral health, Public awareness campaigns, Public service announcements, Spanish language materials

Silverman J, Reggiardo P, Litch CS. 2012. An essential health benefit: General anesthesia for treatment of early childhood caries. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatric Oral Health Research and Policy Center, 20 pp. (Technical report 2-2012)

Annotation: This report addresses the use of general anesthesia (GA) in providing medically necessary care for children. Topics include a description of GA and how the use of GA for dental restorations can improve a child’s quality of life, access to care, health behaviors, and health outcomes. Additional topics include cost considerations of GA, a rationale and justification for reimbursement of GA and related facility fee costs in benchmark medical plans, and policy implications.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Research and Policy Center, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Secondary Telephone: (800) 544-2174 Fax: (312) 337-6329 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.aapd.org/research/policy-center/ Available from the website.

Keywords: Anesthesia, Children with special health care needs, Early childhood caries, Oral health, Patient care management, Young children

Casamassimo P, Silverman J. 2012. Considerations for caries-risk assessment in an essential health benefits dental plan for children. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatric Oral Health Research and Policy Center, 6 pp. (Technical report 1-2012)

Annotation: This brief provides an overview of research on caries risk assessment and the potential for improving the way such research is used in providing clinical care to children. Topics include recommendations and considerations for the use of risk assessment in allocating preventive and therapeutic services in any dental benefits plan for children.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Research and Policy Center, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Secondary Telephone: (800) 544-2174 Fax: (312) 337-6329 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.aapd.org/research/policy-center/ Available from the website.

Keywords: Children, Dental caries, Financing, Health services, Oral health, Research, Risk assessment

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatric Oral Health Research and Policy Center. 2011–. State dental periodicity schedules. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatric Oral Health Research and Policy Center,

Annotation: The resource comprises a map and related materials on state dental periodicity schedules for infants, children, and adolescents from birth to age 18.The color-coded map links to information on (1) states that have no schedule, (2) states that use a schedule, and (3) states that use the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommended schedule. Related materials include AAPD’s Guideline on Periodicity of Examination, Preventive Dental Services, Anticipatory Guidance/Counseling, and Oral Treatment for Infants, Children, and Adolescents.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Research and Policy Center, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Secondary Telephone: (800) 544-2174 Fax: (312) 337-6329 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.aapd.org/research/policy-center/ Available from the website.

Keywords: Adolescents, Children, Dental care, EPSDT, Health examinations, Infants, Low income groups, Oral health, Preventive health services, State programs

Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children: The Foundation of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. 2011. Strength in numbers: Five million children in five years. Chicago, IL: Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children: The Foundation of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, annual. (Annual reports.)

Annotation: This annual report addresses efforts of the Foundation of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry to provide access to quality oral health care for children residing in underserved communities. Topics include investments in service, education, research, development activities, donors, and financing.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Foundation, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://aapdfoundation.org/ Available from the website.

Keywords: Children, Foundations, Oral health, Pediatric dentistry, Underserved communities

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and Children's Dental Health Project. 2010. How to protect your baby's teeth from cavities: Como proteger los dientes de su bebe contra las cavidades dentales. [Chicago, IL]: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry; [Washington, DC]: Children's Dental Health Project , 1 p.

Henderson N. 2009. Healthy smiles: A family guide. [no place]: Conrad and Associates, 31 pp.

Annotation: This guidebook provides parents and caregivers with tips on how to ensure a healthy smile and a healthy child. It provides guidance on oral hygiene for infants, toddlers and preschoolers, and children ages 4 years and older. Other topics include healthy eating for healthy teeth, toothbrushing, taking a child to the dentist, and questions to ask the dentist.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Dental hygiene, Educational materials, Infants, Oral health, Young children

Booth M, Frosh M. 2008. State laws on dental "screening" for school-aged children. [Washington, DC]: Children's Dental Health Project; [Sparks, NV]: Association of State and Territorial Dental Directors, 18 pp. (Emerging issues in oral health)

Annotation: This brief addresses state laws that require certification of an oral screening, examination, or assessment for young children entering school. Contents include background on state requirements, methods used in collecting the information, and key findings. Policy considerations, a summary chart of state laws, and a summary of key information interviews are also included. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Oral health, School age children, Screening, State legislation, Young children

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Foundation, Dental Trade Alliance Foundation, and American Dental Association. 2007. The dental home: It's never too early to start. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Foundation, 2 pp.

Annotation: This flyer is designed to provide education about the dental home. It addresses the following topics: (1) the concept of the dental home, (2) how to establish the dental home, (3) how the dental home enhances the oral health professional's ability to provide optimal oral health care, and (4) how parents and oral health professionals can make a difference in a child's oral health. The brochure also contains a list of recommendations for oral health professionals and key messages to share with parents.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611-2637, Telephone: (312) 337-2169 Fax: (312) 337-6329 Web Site: http://www.aapd.org Available from the website.

Keywords: Consumer education materials, Dental assistants, Dental hygienists, Dentists, Medical home, Oral health, Parents

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number U02MC31613, MCH Advanced Education Policy, $3.5 M. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.