February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and the perfect time to highlight great prevention tools like dental sealants!
Dental sealants are thin coatings that when painted on the chewing surfaces of the back teeth can prevent cavities for many years, according to the CDC. They work by providing a protective shield that blocks out germs and food. Sealants are usually applied to permanent back teeth that usually come in around age 6.
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The new school year is around the corner. Now is the time to schedule your child’s annual checkup with their primary care provider. Make sure your child is up-to-date with all recommended vaccinations.
We encourage you to speak with your child’s doctor about all recommended age-appropriate vaccines. South Carolina students in grades 5K to 12 in both public and private schools must be up-to-date on the following shots based on their grade level:
“Unfortunately, vaccine-preventable diseases, such as chicken pox, whooping cough, mumps and measles still affect many children in South Carolina,” said Dr. Teresa Foo, DHEC Immunization Division medical consultant. “Up-to-date vaccinations are the best protection for our children against these diseases.”
You can also get your child’s vaccines at the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) health departments. Call 855.472.3432 to schedule an appointment. For more information about school-related vaccinations, visit: https://scdhec.gov/health/vaccinations/childcare-school-vaccine-requirements.
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