Oral health plays a crucial role in the overall well-being and development of children. Despite improvements in dental health over recent decades, dental problems remain highly prevalent. In the United States, approximately 42% of children aged 2 to 11 years experienced caries between 1999 and 2004, and the same percentage of children and adolescents aged 6-19 years have had dental caries in their permanent teeth. Understanding the relationship between dental health and academic performance, as well as the importance of biannual checkups and regular oral hygiene, is essential for parents and educators. Here’s some information you might want to know about this connection.
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