Visit our kid’s site and help children learn about dental health the fun way.
Visit our kid’s site and help children learn about dental health the fun way.
Cleaning a child’s teeth should begin when the first tooth is visible, because teeth are susceptible to decay as soon as they appear in the mouth.
Braces are not only traditional shiny gray metal bands. Learn more about caring for your teeth when wearing braces.
Watch Your Health
Baby bottle tooth decay is caused by the frequent exposure of a child's teeth to liquids containing sugars. Preventing baby bottle tooth decay involves changes in a child’s diet.
Dental decay is the most common chronic disease in young people between the ages of 5 and 17, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Dental health tips, games and stories for kids and health education materials for teachers.
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Calling all young writers! Enter our story contest for a chance to be published and win cool prizes.
Write a Story!In honor of Children's Dental Health Month, nominate a class for a visit from Delta Dental's Teeth-on-the-Go Educational Program.
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