February is National Children’s Dental Health Month! This month-long national health observance brings together thousands of dedicated professionals, healthcare providers, and educators to promote the benefits of good oral health to children, their caregivers, teachers and many others.
Cavities, also known as caries or tooth decay, are the most common chronic disease of childhood, yet cavities are preventable. According to the CDC, children who have poor oral health often miss more school and receive lower grades than children who don’t. Learn how you can protect your child’s teeth from cavities with these resources.
https://www.cdc.gov/oralhealth/publications/features/childrens-dental-health.html