February as National Children’s Dental Health Month
The American Dental Association recognizes February as National Children’s Dental Health Month
As we get close to the end of February The Marion County Health Department, Want’s Parents to know about your child’s Good Dental Health, So they have set up a chance to go and get your child’s teeth looked at! For $10, a child age 18 or younger will receive a dental exam, x-rays, cleaning and fluoride. The price also includes Toothprints, a dental identification print that captures a child’s DNA from saliva, Here is a list of Clinic’s that will look at your kids/Grand kid’s Teeth. The List of Clinic’s are from FOX 59 dot com.
Wednesday, Feb. 19
Blackburn Dental
2700 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
317-931-4301
Friday, Feb. 21
Pecar Dental
6940 N. Michigan Rd.
8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
317-221-7574
Thursday, Feb. 27
Forest Manor Dental
3840 N. Sherman Dr.
1-4 p.m.
317-221-3013
Healthy dental habits for children include:
- Brushing at least twice a day
- Flossing daily
- Eating healthy and nutritious foods and limit the intake of sugary carbonated and acidic drinks
- Visiting the dentist for regular check-ups and cleanings
- Wearing a mouth guard during sports
For more information on these dental clinics, call the Marion County Public Health Department at 317-221-2329.
*****NOTE THIS IS FOR MARION COUNTY RESIDENTS ONLY********* And For Kids 18 And Younger.
