School is just around the corner! You might have prepared them to don the latest stylish apparel and show off the latest school supplies, but did you prepare them with good oral hygiene habits?

Study These Facts



With statistics like these, 51 million school hours could be lost each year due to dental‐related illnesses—so If you want to help your kids succeed in school, teach them smart dental care.

Back‐to‐School Teeth Care Tips

1. Teach kids to brush and floss regularly.


3. If involved in sports, wear a customized mouth guard to protect the mouth from potentially harmful blows, minimizing the risk of injury to the teeth, jaw bone, gums, and tongue. Customized mouth guards also lend superior protection against concussions and neck injuries. Not only do they fit more securely—they also last much longer too, offering only the best protection for your child’s oral and physical health for all sports seasons!

4. Schedule a dental checkup with Dr. Griffin every 6 months! During the examination, we will continuously monitor and keep teeth looking and feeling healthy. Catching cavities and other problems early will prevent them from escalating in the future, saving your family both time and money.


Make an appointment with your Columbia dentist, Dr. Griffin, to get them on the path toward long‐term dental success.