A recent study by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry indicates that tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood disease, and has become an epidemic over the past 30 years.
The solution involves more than parents keeping soda and candy away from their children. Use the following tips to ensure good dental health in your child:
1. Encourage regular meals and snacks instead of binge eating.
2. Provide teeth-friendly food teeth friendly food high in fiber and protein – veggies, beans, lean meat.
3. Teach the child proper brushing and flossing.
4. Encourage the child to drink water immediately after every meal and between meals.
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