{"id":69,"date":"2019-08-09T19:30:38","date_gmt":"2019-08-09T19:30:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/blog\/?p=69"},"modified":"2019-08-27T19:40:24","modified_gmt":"2019-08-27T19:40:24","slug":"why-you-should-add-dental-visits-to-your-kids-back-to-school-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/blog\/2019\/08\/09\/why-you-should-add-dental-visits-to-your-kids-back-to-school-list\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Should Add Dental Visits to Your Kids\u2019 Back to School List"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_55896941__1566934150_47691-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-70\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_55896941__1566934150_47691-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_55896941__1566934150_47691-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_55896941__1566934150_47691.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that August is officially here, it\u2019s almost time for\nyour little ones to head back to school. You\u2019ve probably already taken care of\ntheir new clothes, school supplies, paperwork, and more, but there\u2019s an\nimportant item that you may be forgetting: a summer dental visit. Keep reading\nto learn why an appointment with your dentist in State College is vital for the\nhealth and success of your children!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is Summer the Best Time for Children\u2019s Dentistry?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Summer is a great time of the year\u2014perfect for barbeques,\nenjoying the outdoors, and time with your family. But this newfound freedom is\nalso a great opportunity to schedule your kids\u2019 dental appointments. Now, they\nwon\u2019t have to miss school or their extracurricular activities! Instead, you can\nusually book all of your children\u2019s appointments back-to-back for extreme\nconvenience.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another reason why this is the best time of the year for\nchildren\u2019s dentistry is timing! Your dentist recommends routine visits every 6\nmonths, which means that the next time your kids need an appointment after the\nsummer is during winter break! Now you can keep your kids in school while\ntaking care of their teeth! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lastly, the summer is the perfect time to set positive\ndental habits for your loved ones. A trip to the dentist will give them a\nrefresher on the best brushing practices as well as the importance of at-home\noral healthcare. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Importance of Summertime Dental Visits for Kids<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dental care is important for everyone, but it is especially\nsignificant for children headed back to school in the fall. Tooth decay is one\nof the leading chronic medical issues among kids, and this problem can affect\nmore than just their health. In fact, it\u2019s estimated that about 51 million\nhours of school are missed each year due to dental issues alone. Additionally,\nstudies have shown that kids with untreated tooth decay that cause discomfort\nare more likely to receive a lower GPA than those without. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Besides the ways that decay can affect their education,\nissues like cavities can even affect your kids\u2019 speaking and social\ndevelopment. Untreated oral health problems can cause changes in speech, which\nmake children less likely to interact in social environments like class. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Are you ready for a healthy school year? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">Call\nyour dentist<\/a> to check off one of the most important items on your child\u2019s\nback to school list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meet the Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Kevin P. Labosky has been caring for patients in State College since 2004, and he loves creating long-lasting relationships. He treats patients of all ages, which is why he wants to give parents a friendly reminder that now is a wonderful time to take care of your kids\u2019 smiles. For any questions, he can be contacted through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or by phone at (814) 237-7004. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Now that August is officially here, it\u2019s almost time for your little ones to head back to school. You\u2019ve probably already taken care of their new clothes, school supplies, paperwork, and more, but there\u2019s an important item that you may be forgetting: a summer dental visit. 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