Let's encourage good dental hygiene practices in our students by
brushing before school every day!
ATTENTION 3RD GRADE PARENTS:
Monday, March 17th at 9:15 am, there will be an ORAL CARE PRESENTATION from the Health Department. Parents are welcome to attend.
“Tooth decay remains one of the most prevalent chronic childhood illnesses in the United States, with about 1 out of every 5 children aged 5 to 11 and 1 out of every 7 children aged 12 to 19 having at least one untreated decayed tooth. While the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that all children have biannual dental examinations, many children in Arkansas do not receive adequate dental care, even with dental insurance coverage. Among adults in the state, 38% reported the condition of their mouth and teeth as fair or poor, and only 57% reported having a dental visit in 2020. Oral disease can cause significant problems such as loss of tooth structure and function, pain, anxiety, and embarrassment, all of which can greatly affect an individual’s quality of life and overall health.”
