February is Children’s Dental Health Month

February is Children’s Dental Health Month and a good time to talk to your patients—both children and adults – about the importance of regular dental visits. Preventable dental diseases—such as gingivitis, tooth abscess, and gum disease—are among the most common health conditions affecting a person’s health. Poor oral health is also linked to an increased risk of serious health conditions and chronic diseases that put added strain on the health care system, particularly the Emergency Department.

Primary care providers play a major role in the overall health of their patients and can influence their decision to see a dentist before it becomes an emergency. Encourage your patients to make dental appointments part of their annual wellness checkups. Promoting dental health is key to overall health and can have a significant impact on your patients.