At Hamlin Dental Group we like to use our blog to have fun at times - I suppose we wouldn't be the dentist in Northridge that is most trusted for our warmth and friendliness if we didn't enjoy a chuckle and a smile every so often! However, there are some issues that we can't help but be serious about, and one is the dental health of our children.
Like almost everyone, we too can get lost in internet browsing from now and then. On occasion, though, we'll come across some truly useful information, which is precisely what happened when we found a recent article on medicalxpress.com. The title of the article, "Primary care docs should play role in kids' dental health, experts say", pretty much says it all.
According to the article, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, an independent expert panel, advises that primary care physicians use fluoride varnish and oral fluoride supplements to help prevent early tooth decay in children. "Tooth decay is the most common chronic disease in American children, but only about one out of four children under 6 years old visit a dentist," says Dr. Virginia Moyer, the task force chair.
However, there is some good news. Says Dr. Moyer, "Fortunately, evidence shows that primary care clinicians can play an important role in helping to reduce tooth decay, substantially improving children's health." As the most trusted dentist in Van Nuys and throughout the San Fernando Valley, that has certainly been our experience as well.
In the fight against tooth decay, raising awareness is always commendable, so we appreciate the work of Dr. Moyers and her team! Remember to combat tooth decay by making regular appointments at Hamlin Dental!
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