What are the requirements for a child to qualify for the 1st Look program?

• A. Between 6 months and 36 months; at least 2 high-risk indicators using the AADP Caries Risk Assessment Tool
• B. Between 3 and 5 years; zero risk indicators
• C. Any age with parental consent
• D. Between 12 and 24 months; one high-risk indicator

Answer: (A)

The main concept being tested is eligibility for a targeted early prevention program based on age and caries risk. For this program, children must be in a specific younger age range and show multiple risk factors as determined by the AADP Caries Risk Assessment Tool. Specifically, a child should be between 6 months and 36 months old and have at least two high-risk indicators on the risk assessment. This combination helps focus prevention efforts on those most vulnerable during the time when primary teeth are developing and early caries risk is highest. Other options don’t fit because they either use an older age range, require too few risk indicators, or both. For example, one choice confines the age to 3–5 years and requires zero risk indicators, which misses the intended younger at‑risk group. Another option uses 12–24 months with only one high-risk indicator, which doesn’t meet the threshold set by the assessment tool.