Data & Directories Educational Resources / Presentations Events Calendar Reports / Recommendations Student Loans / Practice Opportunities Topics A-Z

Nebraska Dental Health Division Sealants Most cavities start on back teeth because they have small gaps called "fissures" where germs can hide and cause cavities.  Dental sealants are safe plastic coatings which keep germs out of fissures.  Dental Sealants are an important tool used in preventing dental disease in children. Dental Sealant Program - Guidelines - Sealant Program Timelines - Teachers' Fact Sheet - Take Home Sheet for parents - Parental consent form - Patient Records Sheet for school nurses - Sealant Screening Form - Hygentist Supply Checklist - Hygentist Instructions for Sealant Placement Contact: Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services Dental Health Division (402) 471-0166 Documents in PDF format require the use of Adobe Acrobat Reader which can be downloaded for free from Adobe Systems, Inc. Dental Health Index

Children with Special Health Care Needs (CSHCN) - ORAL HEALTH FORUM PDF Nebraska's First-Ever Open Mouth Survey PDF Join the Listserve