February: Children’s Dental Health Month

By Diane Lee, Public Information Officer, Garrett County Health Department

The American Dental Association (ADA) recognizes February as Children’s Dental Health Month, a month-long campaign used to encourage healthcare providers and educators to promote the benefits of good oral health to children within their communities. As always, the Garrett County Health Department’s Dental Care Staff encourage children to limit sugary snacks and drinks, brush and floss their teeth two times daily, and see their dental providers twice a year for checkups.

Pictured above from left to right are Kayley Bittinger-RDH, Amy Paugh-dental assistant, Macey Roszell-Office Secretary, McKenzie Wotring-Program Administrator/RDH, and Regan Harvey-dental assistant.

Visit the ADA website (https://www.ada.org/en/resources/community-initiatives/national-childrens-dental-health-month) for FREE printable activity sheets to use to promote these healthy habits for children.

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