If you take care of it, a grin can endure a lifetime. It's crucial for parents to inculcate appropriate oral hygiene practices in their children as early as possible because of this.
In accordance with the "National Call to Action to Promote Oral Health" study by U.S. Surgeon General Richard H. Carmona, dental illness and visits cost adults and children a combined 164 million working hours annually. In 2002, it was anticipated that the overall cost of dental care across the country exceeded $70.1 billion.
According to Dr. Marsha Butler, Vice President of Global Oral Health and Professional Relations at Colgate-Palmolive, "Oral health disease is disturbingly infiltrating communities across the nation." "Tooth decay is more prevalent than asthma and hay fever in children between the ages of 5 and 17 here in the United States, and it poses a serious threat to our children's overall health and well-being."
The U.S. Surgeon General's Seven Steps to a Bright Smile were recently unveiled by Colgate and Dr. Carmona as part of the celebration of National Children's Dental Health Month. These recommendations were made possible thanks to a grant from Colgate-Palmolive and include the following:
1. Fluoride toothpaste should be used at least twice daily, preferably right after breakfast and right before night.
2. Frequently visit the dentist.
3. Daily floss your teeth.
4. To maintain strong, healthy teeth and gums, use fluoride rinse.
5. Keep your snack consumption to a minimum, and don't forget to eat well and obtain enough calcium.
6. When participating in sports, wear a mouth guard.
7. Inquire about dental sealants with your dentist.
Colgate has provided free dental exams, treatment referrals, and oral health education to more than 50 million children through its Bright Smiles, Bright Futures program. The business has promised to provide these services to 100 million youngsters by the year 2010, and it is already more than halfway there. Bright Smiles, Bright Futures gives kids the tools they need to take charge of their oral health and contributes to raising awareness of the value of practicing excellent dental hygiene.