PreK-3 students were treated with a presentation by Delta Dental on helpful tools and tips to use every day to keep their smile healthy!
Some of the tooth tips from the Tooth Wizard and Tooth Fairy are:
*brush and floss at least two times a day
*visit the dentist two times a year*
eat foods such as apples and carrots for healthy teeth
*share your smile with everyone you meet!
Tooth Wizard & Tooth Fairy with Eli Wehner and Brooklyn Brewster.
Paula Rose, from the Ste. Genevieve County Health Department, visited Valle Catholic Preschool recently to mark National Children’s Dental Health Month.
Paula talked to the students about how to keep their teeth healthy and clean. She brought in models of teeth and toothbrushes to teach the students how to brush stressed the importance of brushing at least 2 times a day for 3 minutes each time. She spoke to them about what foods and drinks are good for their teeth.
Developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps children to get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums.