Guest: Dr. Ashley Lerman

Pediatric Dentist

Founder, Firstgrin

CEU objectives for this episode:

• Discuss the difference between a general dentist and a pediatric dentist and why they might be a better choice for NICU graduates

• Outline a simple oral care routine that parents can follow with their NICU baby, from birth and until their first tooth erupts

• List at least one topic related to long-term oral/dental health that you could include in your NICU discharge education plan

This episode is eligible for CEUs. Visit https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/ to complete the questionnaire. It is the sole responsibility of the individual to verify if this credit is valid and eligible for use in your State and/or for your discipline for licensure or certification renewal.

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🔗 Links to resources

Blippi: books on brushing and oral health care for kids

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Music

Thriving Together [Full version] by MusicLFiles

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Bright Colors Of Life by MusicLFiles

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