Beyond the Tooth Fairy
According to estimates, almost 40% of 2- to 8-year-olds experience tooth decay,1 an oral disease that is five times more common than childhood asthma. Oral disease causes pain and problems with eating, speaking, learning, and sleeping. Children may suffer from inattention and distractibility, thus impacting readiness for school.2 Additionally, young children who are still developing their language skills may be unable…