Your Back-to-School Dental Checklist

As kids get ready to head back to school, most parents are making a list of everything that must get done before that first bell of the year. School supplies, new clothes and new shoes are likely at the top of the list, but there’s one more important item to add: scheduling dental appointments.

To ensure their smiles stay healthy and bright, kids should visit the dentist at least twice a year for preventative care and receive any needed treatment as soon as possible. Getting those appointments in becomes a little more difficult once the hustle and bustle of the school year starts back up, making now a great time to schedule your child’s next appointment at Parkway Family Dental.

During these appointments, Dr. Danny Moosa and his Polaris, Ohio, based team will provide your child with comprehensive care and a great experience, fostering good dental habits at an early age and ensuring their smile is ready for Fall picture day. The team makes dentistry fun for kids, so they’ll be excited to see Dr. Moosa before summer break ends.

So, what dental related to-do items should you complete before the kiddos head back to school this year? Here's your back to school dental checklist:

Schedule their cleaning to coincide with summer break.

Right now, your kids are still enjoying the lazy days of summer, soaking up the sun at local water parks and sports camps. In just a few short weeks, they’ll be back to their regular school routine, making it more difficult to get their dental appointments in (especially if you prefer they don’t miss any class time).

The good news is, there’s still time to schedule a cleaning with Dr. Moosa before the school year officially kicks off. Call Parkway Family Dental today, and the Polaris, Ohio, based team will work to find a time that fits your schedule.

While there, children will not only receive a comprehensive exam and cleaning, the Parkway Family Dental team will also take the time to educate them about why maintaining their oral health is so important. They keep the education fun and light, and send young patients home with toothbrushes and toothpaste they’ll want to brush with—making parents’ lives easier at bedtime and in the mornings. That means you’re less likely to miss the bus because you had to convince your little ones to brush; they’ll actually be excited to rid their teeth of yucky sugar bugs.  

Schedule a cleaning in the Fall that doesn’t interfere with the school day.

If you’re still squeezing in last minute trips and just can’t find a time that works yet this summer to schedule a routine cleaning, the Polaris, Ohio, based team can book the appointment further out. To ensure your child doesn’t miss any school, call now to snag a later afternoon appointment or check the school calendar for days off and target those. But remember, the time slots that fall outside the school day fill up fast, so give Parkway Family Dental a call soon to ensure you get the day and time that works best for your schedule.

Book bigger treatment.

If your little one needs a filling or other dental work beyond just a cleaning, now is the time to get on the schedule. Dr. Moosa can complete the work at his office in the Polaris area before school starts back up, so you don’t have to worry about fitting it in once life gets more hectic this Fall. Your child won’t miss any school
and the issue won’t get any worse.

Protect your child’s teeth with a mouthguard.

If your kids play sports, you know how important it is to protect their teeth. A soccer ball to the face could lead to an emergency visit to Parkway Family Dental in Polaris, Ohio, and possibly extensive dental work. Athletic guards can help prevent that from happening. Dr. Moosa and his team can create custom mouthguards for little athletes, protecting their teeth no matter what sport they play this school year.

Make the call today!

This is a busy time of year for parents as kids prepare to head back to school. It’s easy to put off making routine dental appointments or scheduling needed treatment, but make sure you add it to your to-do list. If you put off treatment, small issues will only get worse, and skipping routine preventative care will open the door to problems popping up down the road. Regular dental visits will help children develop good oral health habits that will last throughout their lifetime, and keep their smile healthy and bright.  

Want to get your child (or even yourself) in to see Dr. Moosa before that first day of school? Reach out to the team at Parkway Family Dental today and we’ll find a time that’s convenient for you.