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Perception and Utilization of Oral Screenings and Fluoride Application in Medical Offices Following the Michigan Caries Prevention Program Training

Uzma A. Arif, Elizabeth Pitts, Christine Farrell, Margherita Fontana and Janet A. Kinney
American Dental Hygienists' Association February 2021, 95 (1) 50-56;
Uzma A. Arif
Graduate of the University of Michigan Master of Science in Dental Degree Program, University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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Elizabeth Pitts
Adjunct clinical assistant professor, Division of Dental Hygiene, University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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Christine Farrell
Adjunct clinical lecturer, Division of Dental Hygiene, University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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Margherita Fontana
Professor, Department of Cariology, Restorative Sciences, and Endodontics, University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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Janet A. Kinney
Clinical professor of dentistry and Director of Dental Hygiene Programs; all at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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