{"id":13495,"date":"2021-07-03T11:46:00","date_gmt":"2021-07-03T11:46:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drmaggiedavis.com\/blog\/?p=13495"},"modified":"2021-09-03T12:08:59","modified_gmt":"2021-09-03T12:08:59","slug":"can-my-childs-oral-health-impact-their-academic-success","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drmaggiedavis.com\/blog\/2021\/07\/03\/can-my-childs-oral-health-impact-their-academic-success\/","title":{"rendered":"Can My Child\u2019s Oral Health Impact Their Academic Success?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Depending on the age of your child, they may or may not be excited about another school year. For those who are younger, the idea of entering into a new classroom and learning new things can lead to much excitement, but if they are not properly prepared, they may not be set up for academic success. A children\u2019s dentist<\/a> explains the importance of a back-to-school checkup and cleaning and how your child\u2019s oral health can either help or hinder their ability to perform effectively in school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Link Between Oral Health and Academic Performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your child complains of a toothache, there\u2019s a good chance they\u2019re not focusing on anything else but the pain. While this common problem can develop because of a piece of lodged food between teeth or dental injury, the main culprit is poor oral hygiene that causes cavities to form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is believed that more than 51 million school hours are lost to children suffering from at least one oral health issue. Because young smiles are prone to tooth decay, it is essential that you help your little one maintain a healthy smile year-round. Too much time spent outside the classroom can lead to poor academic performance, which can have a negative impact on more than just your child\u2019s grades. They may also begin to feel lower self-esteem because they are unable to succeed as their peers. Not to mention, if they lack healthy teeth and gums, they may also be embarrassed and forgo social situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Dental Checkups and Cleanings Are Essential<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s easy to schedule a general checkup and cleaning before your child returns to school. Although it may be a hectic time for everyone, this visit will be well worth the time and energy, as their pediatric dentist will check for signs of tooth decay, cavities, gum disease, and bite alignment problems. By identifying issues early on, they can receive treatment right away, allowing them to walk into school feeling more confident because of their healthy smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But the pediatric dentist isn\u2019t the only one who must do all the work. You, too, will need to make sure you\u2019re doing everything you can to ensure your child\u2019s teeth and gums remain healthy in-between appointments. To do this, you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n