An apple a day keeps the dentist away (BPT) - More than two-
thirds of children will have at least one cavity before their
19th birthday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
report. While tooth decay remains one of the most common health
problems in children, it is also the most preventable, experts
say. "With proper education and regular dentist appointments,
children can go their whole life without dental health
problems," says LaVerne Johnson, dental assistant instructor at
Everest College - Fort Worth South Johnson, along with the other
dental assistant instructors at the Everest campuses across
Texas, understands the importance of maintaining good dental
health. Johnson has a few tips on what children and parents can
do to protect and strengthen their smiles for years to come. *
Brush and floss daily - the right way. It's not new advice, but
brushing and flossing remain the two most important ingredients
for a healthy smile. However, to truly be effective, they must
be done correctly. Parents s