Promote Academic Success with a Healthy Smile

Although your child’s primary teeth eventually fall out, they are important for more than just a beautiful smile. The baby teeth are crucial to their oral health and development, but they also play a role in their academic success. Believe it or not, tooth decay can lead to bad grades. Unfortunately, at least 20% of children under the age of 11 have at least one untreated cavity. If your child doesn’t receive regular dental care, a cavity can brew in their mouth until it causes a dental emergency. Thankfully, you can set your child up for academic success with the help of their children’s dentist.
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