Abstract

The dental home is the ongoing relationship between the dentist and the patient, inclusive of all aspects of oral health care delivered in a comprehensive, continuously accessible, co-ordinated and family-centered way. Establishment of a dental home begins no later than 12 months of age and includes referral to dental specialists when appropriate. It enhances the dental professional's ability to assist children and their parents/care givers in the quest for optimum oral health care for successful preventive care and treatment as part of an overall oral health care foundation.

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