Friday, August 16, 2013

Are You Ready for School


Hilary Deiter, RDH

Back-to-School - by Hilary Deiter, RDH

 Hilary is a Hygienist & Periodontal Therapist with The Oaks Dental Center, Ltd.
 
It’s that time of year again - Back to School!  Clothes shopping, doctor appointments and sports physicals, but what about a dental exam?  The state of Illinois now requires that all students in kindergarten, 2nd, and 6th grade have a dental exam completed by a licensed dentist.  According to health experts, tooth decay is now considered to be the most common chronic childhood disease in the U.S., with more than 16 million kids suffering from untreated cavities.  About 51 million school hours per year are lost because of dental- related illnesses.  In fact, a recent survey released by the Ad Council shows that only 44% of American kids brush their teeth two or more times per day, leaving the majority at high risk for pricey and painful dental issues.  Another survey showed that few parents understood the link between poor oral health and overall health including diseases such as diabetes, obesity, and heart disease.  In addition, tooth loss before the age of 35 may be a risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease.  Don’t delay.  Make sure your mouth is in tip-top shape.  Call us and schedule your oral hygiene appointment before you head out to school.
 

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