77 Health, Safety, & Nutrition 1. Policies, Practices, & Procedures (continued) 3. Routine Oral Hygiene Level 1 Follow program guidelines for the prevention of tooth decay and the spread of germs through: o Proper cleaning of the mouths of infants who do not yet have teeth o Appropriate feeding practices, e.g., not using bottle containing milk or juice as a pacifier o Good nutrition o Routine tooth brushing o Proper storage of toothbrushes o Plaque removal (flossing once two teeth touch) HSN 1.3.1 Level 2 Conduct regular oral health screenings for each child. Devise playful ways to engage children in oral hygiene routines. HSN 1.3.2 Level 3 Share information with staff and families about oral health topics such as: o Proper tooth brushing to prevent decay o Appropriate feeding practices to prevent tooth decay o Causes of tooth decay o Recommendations for the use of fluoride o Recommendations regarding the use of tooth sealants o When to start dental visits o The importance of a dental home HSN 1.3.3 Level 4 Analyze, evaluate and apply current knowledge and best practices in oral health. Communicate with, teachers, staff, caregivers, and families current knowledge and best practices for oral hygiene. HSN 1.3.4 Level 5 Analyze, evaluate articulate, and apply current knowledge, theories, research, and best practices regarding: o Oral hygiene routines for young children o Training of staff in oral hygiene o Methods of sharing information with families HSN 1.3.5