First Permanent Molar Sealant
Characteristics
COMPREHENSIVE
Component
Prevention and wellness focused
Measure Concept
Sealants for children
Descriptions
Percent of children receiving at least one sealant on first permanent molars
Numerator: Number of children receiving at least one sealant on first permanent molars
Denominator: Number of children with first permanent molars
Measure or Standard
Measure
Measure Identification
NQF Environmental Scan (2012)
Developer/Steward
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)
Stage of Development/Use
NQF Scan (2012): Measure concept; development not being currently pursued