AAPD LAUNCHES DENTAL HEALTH CAMPAIGN TO COMBAT CHILDHOOD DENTAL DECAY

In order to bring awareness to the epidemic proportions of tooth decay in young children, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry has developed an educational campaign that highlights the severity of childhood dental decay. The campaign aims to teach parents the importance of dental hygiene and educate them on the new developments and techniques in infant and toddler dental care. One recommendation urges parents to take their children in for a dental exam as soon as they turn one. For the full article, please click here.