Dental decay is one of the most common, chronic, infectious diseases affecting children in the United States today, though in most instances, can be easily prevented. As a result of the Preventive Services Program, schools across the state of Missouri are recognizing the need for greater involvement in the prevention of dental diseases by taking part in overseeing the oral health of the children they serve. One such school is St. Pius X Catholic School in Moberly, Missouri. This past fall, Dr. Michael Berry, a local dentist, along with his staff, provided dental screenings, fluoride varnish and referrals for the children at this school. The children have since received their second application of fluoride varnish, completing their participation in PSP for the 2010-2011 school-year.
