Fluoride Varnish Schedule Calculator
Determine optimal fluoride varnish application frequency and dosing based on child age, caries risk, and fluoride exposure per AAPD/ADA guidelines.
Inputs
Results
Application interval (months)
6
Applications per year2
Dose per application (mL)0.25
Fluoride per application (mg)5.65
Annual fluoride from varnish (mg)11.3
Estimated annual cost ($)$64
Composite risk category1
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the child's age in months (6–216) to determine the dentition stage and appropriate varnish dose.
- Set the Caries risk level (1 = low, 2 = moderate, 3 = high) using the AAPD caries risk assessment tool.
- Indicate whether the child has access to Community fluoridated water (0 = No, 1 = Yes) and the number of Active carious lesions currently present.
- Review the recommended Application interval in months, Applications per year, and Dose in mL of 5% NaF varnish per visit.
- Note the Fluoride per application (mg), Annual fluoride delivered (mg), and Estimated annual cost to support treatment planning and insurance authorization.
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