National Children’s Dental Health Month: Tufts University School of Dental Medicine Experts on Pediatric Dentistry Topics

Dental and oral health are critical to overall health, and reinforcing good habits early in kids can help set families up for success. This February, during National Children’s Dental Health Month, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine has experts available on several topics related to children’s oral health.

Pediatric dentistry: Cheen Loo, DMD, chair and professor of pediatric dentistry at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, can talk about the importance of starting dental care early, introducing and maintaining good brushing and flossing habits, and other tips for avoiding cavities.

Braces: Shankar Venugopalan, DDS, chair and professor of orthodontics at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, can talk about orthodontic work in kids and what parents (and kids) need to know about braces, retainers, and more.

Pediatric dental trauma: Zameera Fida, DMD, chair and associate professor of endodontics at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, can discuss emergency preparedness for and how to handle potential dental injuries in kids caused by falls or other trauma.