Back to School Exams

July 07, 2011
Category: General
Tags: Pediatric   Kids   Back to School  

The summer months are a convenient time to schedule those routine healthcare appointments for your kids.  Physical exams, such as vision and hearing tests, help ensure kids are in good health before the start of the school year. Don’t overlook a visit to the dentist.  It’s not just important, it’s required by law!  The state of Illinois requires that all students in kindergarten, 2nd, and 6th grade have a dental exam completed by a licensed dentist before the start of the school year.  

Tooth decay is the most common chronic disease in U.S. children, with more than 40 percent of kids having some form of tooth decay by the time they start kindergarten.  Many cases of tooth decay can easily be prevented or detected early, with regular visits to the dentist.

Regular dental check-ups include cleanings, fluoride treatment and X-rays when necessary.  Your child’s dentist may also recommend dental sealants—a thin, clear coating that is applied to chewing surfaces of cavity-prone back teeth—shielding teeth from plaque.

Grove Dental has experienced pediatric dentists on staff at all four office locations, dedicated exclusively to treating kids. Call now to schedule your appointment and have the required exam completed before school starts.

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