Back-to-school season is here, which means your family will be adjusting to a new schedule and you’ll be on the hunt for all of the right school supplies. One thing that you might not be thinking about during these hectic times is your child’s oral health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 50% of adolescents between the ages of 12 and 10 have had a cavity in one or more of their permanent teeth. When left untreated, these types of oral health problems can turn into a stressful visit to the emergency dentist’s office. Here are three tips and tricks on how to adjust to back-to-school season, all while looking out for your child’s smile.
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