The widespread recognition of tobacco’s health risks emphasizes that smoking is a leading preventable cause of death in the U.S. With adolescent susceptibility to addiction due to targeted marketing, there’s an urgent need for robust regulations. Encouraging healthy habits and resisting nicotine use among youth is crucial for long-term oral and overall health.
February, as Children’s Dental Health Month, highlights the need for early oral health education. Key recommendations include scheduling dental visits before age one, daily brushing and flossing, using sealants, and fluoride treatments. Northeast Delta Dental supports initiatives like grants and programs to improve children’s access to oral care, emphasizing the role of adults as positive health role models.
With children and toddlers heading back to school or childcare, it's the perfect time to remind parents about the importance of good oral health habits, with a few lesser known facts. Did you know that tooth extractions are the most common reason for hospital...
