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Become a Gum Expert for Better Health

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Become a Gum Expert for Better Health

When you think about gum, you might think of blowing bubbles, or freshening your breath. However, the gums you need to think of first are the pink ones in your mouth supporting your teeth. I didn't know how important healthy gums were until I came down with a case of gingivitis in my early 20's. I had neglected my brushing and flossing habits for nearly a decade, so my last few years of college were marred by pain in my mouth and bleeding gums. It took me over a year of hard work to reverse the damage I caused and restore my mouth to peak health. My recovery included an uncomfortable and lengthy procedure known as root planing, and that experience convinced me to help others avoid the entire issue of gum disease. This is why I've created my own website to help everyone protect their gums the easy way.

 

Having A Dentist Visit Your Elementary School

17 March 2018
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

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Having a dentist visit your elementary school can be a great way to promote good oral health and help reduce the fear of visiting a dentist. Work with a family dentist in your area, and consider incorporating the following into the visit for a successful school assembly or classroom visit.

Schedule Around A Holiday

Holidays are typically filled with lots of sweet treats, from candy to desserts. Having a dentist visit around a holiday provides a great teaching moment for why candy and sweets should be eaten in moderation. Ask the dentist to talk about delicious treats that can be better for teeth, such as fresh fruits, and have him or her talk about how to balance a few pieces of candy with a good oral health routine.

Have A Brushing And Flossing Demonstration

Young children may already know how important it is to brush and floss, but they may not always know the right technique. Have the family dentist visiting your school go over the ways to brush teeth in the front and back, as well as how to floss. If possible, ask the dentist to use a set of model teeth, and invite children to volunteer and show how they would brush or floss. This interactive part of the program can help kids stay engaged during the visit.

Cover What Happens In A Dental Visit

Young children may be scared about visiting the dentist, and going over exactly what happens at a checkup can be a great way to alleviate some of those fears. Talk about the importance of dental cleanings, and have the dentist explain how cleanings are performed. He or she may even have a video or slideshow that can be incorporated into the presentation.

Give Out Dental Supplies

Kids love having something tangible to help them learn, and they also like getting free treats. If the dentist doesn't already have promotional bags filled with toothbrushes and toothpaste, consider creating some to give out at the presentation. You can also add a fun toy to make the treat bags a bit more exciting. Be sure to give the dentist an opportunity to place his or her business cards in each bag so parents can schedule an appointment for their child to have a cleaning or checkup.

You may need to have parents fill out a permission slip before holding a dentist assembly or class visit, particularly if there will be audience participation. Work with your school administration to make sure all of the required paperwork is complete before the dentist comes to your school.