{"id":403,"date":"2023-08-24T11:46:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-24T11:46:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lauraphilippsdmd.com\/blog\/?p=403"},"modified":"2023-09-14T18:48:24","modified_gmt":"2023-09-14T18:48:24","slug":"how-oral-health-impacts-your-childs-academic-success","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lauraphilippsdmd.com\/blog\/2023\/08\/24\/how-oral-health-impacts-your-childs-academic-success\/","title":{"rendered":"How Oral Health Impacts Your Child\u2019s Academic Success"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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After a summer of fun and relaxation, it\u2019s time for your kids to head back to school. From shopping for school supplies to planning carpools, you\u2019ve been busy preparing your child for the new semester. However, amidst the chaos, make sure you schedule their six-month dental checkup and cleaning<\/a> so their smile stays healthy and strong during the school year. Keep reading to learn about how oral health impacts your child\u2019s academic success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

<\/a><\/a>The Relationship Between Oral Health and Academic Success<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

According to recent studies, there is an apparent connection between oral health and academic success. In short, poorer oral health results in poorer grades. Students dealing with dental trouble miss valuable class time, whether they are pulled out of school to visit their dentist or have trouble concentrating because of a toothache.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your child is frequently absent due to poor dental health, they may experience psychosocial consequences, such as shyness or low self-esteem, which can negatively affect their grades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Everything continues to snowball from there. If your child misses out on material, they are less likely to be able to complete their work, score well academically, or catch up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fortunately, there are still things you can do to set your child up for success this upcoming school year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 Oral Health Tips for the School Year<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most dental problems are largely preventable by following the right preventive practices. Here are some oral health tips to keep in mind that can help your child ease into the semester with a smile on their face:<\/p>\n\n\n\n