“From Fear to Friendly: Making Dental Visits Easier for Kids and Families” - Guy talks with Melinda Prado UCHC (Aired 12/17/2025)
On this week’s United Community Health Center update, host Guy Atchley speaks with Melinda Prado, a dental hygienist who has spent the past 14 years caring for patients at UCHC. Melinda shares insight into the ongoing challenges of children’s dental health and explains why cavities remain common despite increased awareness. She highlights newer treatment options such as silver diamine fluoride (SDF), a simple and effective way to slow or stop cavities—especially helpful for young children or patients with high dental anxiety.
Melinda also discusses UCHC’s recently completed dental remodels…
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