Publications

Oral Health

  • A man with a shopping basket stands in front of a variety of fruits and vegetables in a supermarket.
    Evidence

    Milk Fluoridation

    Jul. 31, 2019

    This article reviews milk fluoridation as a potential public health intervention for reducing tooth decay. Evidence is insufficient to establish its effectiveness in improving oral health.

  • Child drinking from an outdoor water fountain with blurred greenery in the background.
    Evidence

    Water Fluoridation

    Jul. 31, 2019

    This article evaluates the effectiveness of community water fluoridation (CWF) in reducing tooth decay in children, showing a 30-50% reduction in dental caries. CWF is endorsed as a cost-effective, safe intervention for oral health.

  • A dentist and assistant perform a dental procedure on a patient in a dental clinic.
    Dataset

    Dental Hygienist Scope of Practice Laws

    Jan. 1, 2019

    This dataset examines state laws defining dental hygienists' licensing, supervision, and authority, outlining the scope of practice, practice settings, and oral health care service requirements.

  • Six children running on grass in a park under a clear sky.
    Analysis

    Mountain Dew Mouth

    Oct. 17, 2013

    This article explores legal interventions to reduce "Mountain Dew Mouth," including banning sugary drinks in schools, limiting portion sizes, and prohibiting SNAP funds for sugary beverages to improve oral health.