Childhood Cavities are Chronic Disease

Did you realize that tooth decay is the most common childhood chronic disease in the USA? Cavities affect one in four between ages 2 and 5 and half of kids ages 12 to 15.
Prevention is the best line of defense.
Brush at least two times a day with a fluoridated toothpaste when your child can spit. Children under 4 to 5 years may tend to swallow toothpaste so they should use a non fluoridated toothpaste.
Floss one time a day. Disposable flossers in different animal shapes and bright primary colors can make this easy.
Children should visit the dentist twice yearly for preventative cleanings and fluoride treatments starting at the age of three.
Seal the permanent teeth as soon as they erupt.
These simple stratagies can make your child a lifetime member of the "No Cavity Club".