Greetings from Dr L:
As I am polishing my powerpoint presentation to provide a truly life changing experience to the treasure coast's elementary inhabitants, I do want to blog a brief summary of my message to the students: "NOT BRUSHING YOUR TEETH WILL COST YOUR PARENTS A LOT OF MONEY". This will be followed by an explanation of what it means to the average 5th grader: "YOU WILL NOT GET AS MANY CHRISTMAS/BIRTHDAY PRESENTS." This of course is the only part the kids may or may not retain but here are a few other nuggets: 1) brush at least 2x a day and floss/waterpik once a day. Mom or dad please spot check your younger kids to make sure they are doing a good job and not just veneering the chrome faucets with a saliva-toothpaste-oreo cocktail. 2) Fluoride mouthwash (ACT ) is great once a day to make soft enamel harder and prevent whitespots or decalcified areas. 3) visit your dentist at least once a year but hopefully every 6 mos. 4) your child should see Dr Legler at age 7 if you suspect any bite issues, jaw alignment problems, space for permanent teeth to erupt , or just look out of place. Thanks and have a fantastic February! Dr L
