Background: Early childhood dental caries (dental cavities) is an infectious process. The development of oral problems during cancer care results in pain, fever, and delay in treatment. .
Objectives: The objective of this project was to integrate preventive oral care into pediatric oncology care. .
Methods: This project consisted of an educational program for pediatric oncology providers who completed pre- and postprogram surveys assessing oral health knowledge, attitudes, and practice; attended an oral health education session; and performed oral assessment and fluoride varnish application on children during cancer treatment. .
Findings: Three major outcomes resulted from this project.
Keywords: cavities; childhood cancer; dental caries; fluoride varnish; oral health; pediatrics.