As families prep for the new school year, back-to-school checklists often include doctor visits, supply runs, and sports physicals – but what about a dental checkup?
Every year, emergency dental care leads to over 34 million [cdc.gov] hours of missed school. Cavities also remain the most common chronic condition among children – affecting more than half of kids ages 6 to 19.
But with the right habits, tools, and access to care, these issues are largely preventable. Regular dental checkups can help support a child’s ability to eat, speak and learn, and their social, emotional, and physical growth.