National Children’s Oral Health Month and Delta Dental’s commitment to kids’ smiles

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February is National Children’s Oral Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of good oral hygiene for children and addressing the impact of oral health on overall well-being. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) cite tooth decay is the most common chronic disease in children, affecting their ability to eat, speak, and learn comfortably. Poor oral health in childhood can have long-term consequences, including more severe dental problems in adulthood.

At Delta Dental of Michigan, our mission is to improve oral health through benefit plans, advocacy and community support and there is perhaps no month more aligned with our mission than National Children’s Oral Health Month.

The Importance of Oral Health in Kids

Oral health is essential to overall health, yet many children face barriers to accessing dental care. According to the CDC, more than half of children aged 6 to 9 have had a cavity in their primary or permanent teeth. Additionally, untreated cavities can cause pain and infections that lead to issues with eating, speaking and concentrating in school.

February is National Children’s Oral Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of good oral hygiene for children and addressing the impact of oral health on overall well-being. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) cite tooth decay is the most common chronic disease in children, affecting their ability to eat, speak, and learn comfortably. Poor oral health in childhood can have long-term consequences, including more severe dental problems in adulthood.

At Delta Dental of Michigan, our mission is to improve oral health through benefit plans, advocacy and community support and there is perhaps no month more aligned with our mission than National Children’s Oral Health Month.

The Importance of Oral Health in Kids

Oral health is essential to overall health, yet many children face barriers to accessing dental care. According to the CDC, more than half of children aged 6 to 9 have had a cavity in their primary or permanent teeth. Additionally, untreated cavities can cause pain and infections that lead to issues with eating, speaking and concentrating in school.

This February, families can honor National Children’s Oral Health Month by scheduling dental checkups and encouraging kids to brush and floss.