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At Swope Health, we are celebrating National Children\u2019s Dental Health Month<\/a> in February, with the American Dental Association.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe want to raise awareness of the importance of taking care of your overall health and oral health, starting early,\u201d said Dr. Megan Krohn<\/a>, Executive Vice President of Dental Services at Swope Health. \u201cWe know teaching preventive care and healthy habits early sets the foundation for good lifelong oral health.\u201d<\/p>\n

When you visit Swope Health Central in February, on select days you\u2019ll find a table in the main lobby offering coloring pages and crayons for kids, toothbrushes, and dental associates who will do a brief screening and fluoride application. We encourage your support by sharing photos of your kids\u2019 coloring pages with us \u2013 and we\u2019ll hang them up on our walls and promote them on social media to spread the word.<\/p>\n

You can print out your own coloring page (and other activity pages) below. The coloring page will also be available in all Swope Health Dental, Pediatric and KidsCARE locations across the metro area.<\/p>\n

\"\"This year\u2019s campaign emphasizes dental sealants<\/a> \u2013 a \u00a0thin covering that is painted on the biting surface of your back teeth as a protection against decay. The process is quick and painless.<\/p>\n

The sealants work by providing a barrier that keeps food and germs from causing tooth decay. Germs in the mouth react with sugars in foods and drinks to create acids that can eat away at the outer layers of your tooth, creating cavities. Sealants are proven effective in preventing 80 percent of cavities on the biting surface of back teeth, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention<\/a>.<\/p>\n

In addition to sealants, brushing and flossing and regular dental visits also help maintain excellent oral health.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is a great time to schedule a visit for your kids,\u201d added Dr. Krohn. \u201cRegular dental visits are important for developing habits to support a \u00a0a lifetime of good oral health.\u201d<\/p>\n

Swope Health is scheduling pediatric dental appointments at Central, Wyandotte, Northland, and Independence clinics. To schedule a dental appointment, call 816-923-5800. We look forward to seeing you!<\/em><\/p>\n

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