{"id":791,"date":"2012-08-22T18:26:30","date_gmt":"2012-08-22T18:26:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lakeoconeedentalblog.com\/2012\/08\/back-to-school-are-checkups-part-of-your-checklist\/"},"modified":"2026-06-26T14:40:44","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T14:40:44","slug":"back-to-school-are-checkups-part-of-your-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lakeoconeedental.com\/blog\/back-to-school-are-checkups-part-of-your-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"Back To School! Are Checkups Part Of Your Checklist?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lakeoconeedentalblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/bkTOschol2.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" width=\"543\" height=\"362\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-316919\" \/><strong>ACCORDING TO THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS, TOOTH DECAY <\/strong>is one of our most common, modern-day chronic diseases. In fact, by the time children begin kindergarten, <strong>40 percent have some kind of tooth decay!<\/strong> Remember, just because your children, grandchildren, nieces or nephews aren\u2019t complaining about tooth pain (and their teeth \u201clook\u201d OK), it doesn\u2019t necessarily mean their teeth are OK.\n\nFall is a great time to assess your health goals and get back on track after a leisurely summer. Let <strong>our practice<\/strong> help. Be sure dental checkups are part of <em>your<\/em> back-to-school checklist.\n<h3><strong>Typically Included In A Regular Checkup Or Back-To-School Exam:<\/strong><\/h3>\nHere are some of the <strong>services<\/strong> we typically take care of during regular checkups and back-to-school exams:\n<ol><li><strong>Thorough Cleaning<\/strong>: Professional cleanings help prevent gum disease\u2014keeping your teeth healthier, longer.<\/li><li><strong>Checking For Cavities<\/strong>: Take care of cavities before they become bigger problems, leading to pain and tooth loss.<\/li><li><strong>Checking Existing Dental Work<\/strong>: We check fillings, crowns, sealants, etc.<\/li><li><strong>Examining Oral Tissue &amp; Jaw Function:<\/strong> Early detection helps prevent oral cancer and related problems.<\/li><li><strong>Fluoride Application:<\/strong> For cavity prevention.<\/li><\/ol><h3><strong>Important Things You Can Do<\/strong><\/h3><ol><li>Have your children <strong>brush twice a day<\/strong> with a fluoride toothpaste. <strong>Remind them<\/strong> to brush gently and pay special attention to their gum line.<\/li><li><strong>Teach<\/strong> the good habit of flossing each day.<\/li><li>Give kids <strong>healthier snack foods<\/strong> such as fresh fruits and veggies.<\/li><li><strong>Limit<\/strong> sugary snacks &amp; high-carb foods. The bacteria that cause tooth decay love simple sugars\u2014especially those in treats.<\/li><li>If the children in your life like to chew gum, offer <strong>sugar-free<\/strong> options.<\/li><li>Always talk with <strong>our team<\/strong> if you notice any unusual oral health changes.<\/li><\/ol>\nA big part of our role is helping parents, grandparents, uncles and aunts better monitor children\u2019s oral (and overall) health. <strong>Preventative dental care is one of the most important things you can do for yourself and for your family!<\/strong> So be sure to <strong>contact us<\/strong> if it\u2019s time for your regular appointments.\n\n<strong>Thanks for being our valued patient!<\/strong> Send us a note below, or a direct message on <strong>Facebook<\/strong> if you have any questions or concerns.\n<h4>We look forward to seeing you at your next visit!<\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<strong>IT\u2019S THAT TIME OF YEAR! 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