According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, half of children aged 6 to 9 have had cavities in their primary or permanent teeth. About 1 in 5 adults has at least one cavity. Teaching ...

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, a nationwide effort to highlight the importance of good oral hygiene for children.

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and it’s a good time to remind families that habits developed early can ...

Parents should take their children to the dentist twice a year and practice good oral hygiene habits at home to prevent serious health conditions caused by untreated cavities.

Many parents wait until their child has a full set of teeth or, worse, until a toothache appears before visiting a dentist. However, the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles is laid long before ...

Tooth decay can begin as soon as your child gets their first baby tooth. Fluoride, dental sealants, and regular dental cleanings can help prevent cavities from developing. According to the Centers for ...

Give Kids a Smile Day Lays Foundation for a Lifetime of Dental Care ...

Do you like going to the dentist? Many adults don’t, often due to uncomfortable memories from their childhood experiences in the dentist’s chair. So when it’s time to take their own children to a ...

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Macomb County Community College brought big smiles to kids and their parents by offering free dental care as part of Give ...