Children around the country are getting ready to head back to the classroom. As you shop for the perfect supplies to ensure they have everything they need to succeed, is a healthy smile on their back-to-school list? Dental problems account for 2 million missed school days each year, many of which could have been avoided through preventive dental care. Here’s how a cleaning and checkup with a children’s dentist can stop a toothache from keeping your little one out of the classroom. 

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Brushing and flossing aren’t the only ways to defend your child’s smile from tooth decay. Regular care from a dentist is equally important. Besides a cleaning and checkup, your children’s dentist may also recommend dental sealants. A thin coating is applied to the chewing surfaces of their molars, which are the most cavity-prone areas in children. This creates a protective barrier over their enamel to safeguard their back teeth from decay. Don’t worry if you have a few questions. Here are the answers you need to make the best decision for your little one’s smile. 

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