- Tooth decay is the single most common chronic disease in childhood
- Over 500,000 California children missed one or more school days as a result of oral health problems (not routine check-ups) in 2007. Untreated oral health problems impact children’s ability to thrive in school.
- About one in four children have untreated tooth decay
- For every dollar spent on preventive dental services for children, $8 to $50 is saved in restorative and emergency treatments later in life
Source: http://www.childrennow.org/uploads/documents/oral_health_brief_092009.pdf
Source: http://www.kff.org/uninsured/upload/8324.pdf
R. Eric Emery, DDS
Smile Station Dental
2901 Dougherty Ferry Rd, Suite 400
St. Louis, MO 63122
(314)821-7100
smilestationdental.com
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