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. 2024 May 9;24:534. doi: 10.1186/s12903-024-04220-x

Table 2.

Details and costs of fluoride varnish applications

Cost category Total at 36 months
(USD)
Cost of human resources
 Dentist applying fluoride varnish 2,649.33
 Dentist performing an oral exam 650.57
 Oral health education 122.47
 CDC staff 385.77
Cost of materials
 Fluoride varnish 2,914.73
 Oral examination supplies 457.56
 Toothpaste and toothbrushes 3,529.31
Total costs 10,709.74
Discount rate, % 3
Cost per child (n = 649) 16.50