School-Based Dental Sealants

The School-Based Dental Sealant Program provides sealants and other preventative dental services to children.

School-Based Sealant Programs are one of the leading evidence-based interventions to prevent tooth decay. These services are provided at Title I schools throughout Citrus County by the Florida Department of Health.

Check with your child's school to determine when the Dental Sealant Program will be there. Parent/guardian consent forms are required for services:

• Dental Sealant Consent Form 24-25
• En el Condado de Citrus Programa Dental Preventivo

What are dental sealants?

Sealants are thin, plastic coatings that are painted on the chewing surfaces of back teeth to help prevent tooth decay.

Who qualifies for the program?

Preventative dental services will be provided to students in grades kindergarten, first, second, third and sixth, in Citrus County Title I schools.

What services does the School-Based Dental Sealant Program provide?

• Dental health education
• Dental screenings/assessments
• Sealants if indicated
• Fluoride treatments
• Goodie bag with oral hygiene supplies (toothbrush, toothpaste etc.)

Who pays for the dental services?

• If your child has Medicaid, then Medicaid will be billed.
• If your child does not have Medicaid, then the dental program will cover the costs.

Additional information

• Sealant and Fluoride Informational Flyer (English and Spanish)
• Dental Sealant Return on Investment
• Sealing Sunny Smiles