Custer County Health Department
Dental Care
Purpose
No direct dental care is provided at the health department.
Fluoride varnish is provided to those 18 years of age and younger. Fluoride varnish is a dental treatment that can help prevent tooth decay, slow it down, or stop it from getting worse. Fluoride varnish is made with fluoride, a mineral that can strengthen tooth enamel (outer coating on teeth).
Fluoride varnish treatments cannot completely prevent cavities. Fluoride varnish treatments can best help prevent decay when a child is also brushing using the right amount of toothpaste with fluoride, flossing regularly, getting regular dental care, and eating a healthy diet.
For more information please call the Custer County Health Department at Clinton (580) 323-2100 or Weatherford (580) 772-6417.
Other Dental Resources
American Academy of Family Physicians - Mouth and Teeth: How To Keep Them Healthy
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research - Oral Health: Brush Up on Dental Care Basics
National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research - Oral Health
National Institute on Aging - Taking Care of Your Teeth and Mouth
