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February is National Children's Dental Health Month!

A great month to promote proper oral health!

February 11, 2016
February is National Children's Dental Health Month. This National dental health observance brings together dedicated health professionals and educators to promote the benefits of proper oral health. This year's National Children's Dental Health Month's (NCDHM) campaign slogan is "Sugar Wars". This campaign slogan helps to educate the importance of regular brushing, flossing, rinsing, and eating healthy snacks. Tooth decay is the most common chronic disease in children but it can be prevented if you promote good habits.

It is so important to develop good oral dental habits at a young age paired with regular dental visits for children to have lifelong healthy teeth and gums. 

Visit the American Dental Association for more information and printable activities, posters, coloring sheets, and more.