To put it mildly, the school year is busy for families in El Reno. Between classes, extracurricular activities, and homework, it can be extremely difficult to find time to do just about anything else. Even getting ready for the year is a long list of tasks for both parents and children. Between getting new school supplies and clothes, one thing many parents may not consider is taking care of their child’s teeth. Coming in for a regular appointment during the year usually means missing school or work, which is why your child should get a back to school checkup while they still have some summer left. Both you and your child have plenty of time for an appointment, and if they have any dental issues, those can be fixed quickly as well. This is just one of the reasons why a back to school dental checkup is such a good idea, and today, your local children’s dentist, Dr. Adam Cohlmia, is going to share even more.

1. Did we mention how busy the school year is?

We can’t emphasize this enough: time is limited during the school year. A routine checkup and cleaning only takes about an hour, but finding that hour during the year can be a perilous task. While your child is still on summer vacation, it’s easier than ever to schedule an appointment without affecting their (or your) schedule. That way, neither of you will need to be rushed, and it’ll give you one less thing to worry about during the school year.

2. Help them start the year with confidence!

For some children in Canadian County, going back to school can bring on feelings of anxiety. While there are a multitude of things you can do to help them feel comfortable, one of the easiest is making sure they have a smile they can be proud of. After a cleaning and checkup at El Reno Family Dentistry, your child’s teeth will feel great and look even better. Having a confident smile will make them feel more confident overall, which will make meeting teachers and making friends much easier, reducing any initial nerves your child might have. It’s a simple way to help them start off the year strong.

3. It’s essential for their health.

Checkups and cleanings are two of the most important treatments in all of dentistry because they help prevent dental issues from developing, and they also allow Dr. Cohlmia to catch and treat them early if they do. They are especially important for children because they enable your dentist to ensure that your child’s teeth are developing correctly. Small problems at a young age can turn into big ones as a child gets older, but by bringing them in for regular checkups, they can be easily avoided. With just two preventive appointments each year, your family dentist can make sure your child’s smile stays healthy and beautiful as they continue to grow.

You Still Have Time!

Classes will start before you know it, and it’ll be next to impossible to fit a checkup into everyone’s schedules. Give your child a reason to smile this school year and schedule a back to school checkup. It’s a great way to make sure they start things off on the right foot. To schedule an appointment, please contact us today.