So, fluoride helps make the tooth stronger. And it prevents the growth of those cavity-causing bacteria. Scientists have been ...

California State Assembly member Mia Bonta introduced legislation Jan. 29 that would require Medi-Cal and private insurers to cover fluoride varnish for patients under 21 years old, The Sacramento Bee ...

An alternative method that has been gaining popularity in recent years is the use of a fluoride varnish. Evidence has shown that fluoride varnish is effective for reducing caries in high risk ...

Oakland, introduced AB 350, which would require Medi-Cal and private insurers to cover fluoride varnish for patients under 21 years old ...

The varnish would be added to the teeth by a dentist ... between five and 10 years of age have experienced decay in their baby teeth, while around 30 per cent of children aged 6 and 14 years ...