Table 1.

New intervention letter text and associated Common-Sense Model of Self-Regulation (CSM) constructs

Intervention letter text	CSM construct
Cavities are the #1 childhood health problem. Children may have cavities even if they do not have pain. Cavities should be treated when found.	Identity
Cavities can be serious in baby teeth. Cavities can affect children’s learning and how they look and feel about themselves.	Consequences
Other health problems may not be under your control. But, you can prevent cavities by taking your child to the dentist at least once a year. Your child will benefit from this greatly.	Controllability
Cavities do not just happen. Bacteria cause cavities. A dentist can clear up the bacteria.	Causes
If cavities are not treated, the bacteria in baby teeth can affect adult teeth.	Timeline