Did you know tooth decay is the most common chronic disease among children?
That's right!
More than half the children aged 6 to 8 have had a cavity in at least one of the baby teeth.
Not only this, but more than half the adolescents aged 12 to 19 have had a cavity in at least one of their permanent teeth.
These compelling figures underline the relevance and importance of Children's Dental Health Month.
And they're easy habits to adopt to prevent this disease:
These seemingly small acts can actually make a significant difference in preventing tooth decay!
So, let's raise awareness to fight this disease and help to reduce its incidence!
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