About: Tooth Talk

Did you know in October 2017, the NC Child Care Commission added safe and healthy fluoride toothpaste to its list of protective over-the-counter medications for children, just like lotions and sunscreen? Did you know parents only have to give permission once a year for child care programs to brush children’s teeth every day with fluoride…

Imagine your mouth hurting so much you can’t talk, smile, eat, grow, sleep, learn, or play. That’s what tooth decay does to babies and toddlers. Unfortunately, treating tooth decay in young children can be hard. Because it often requires sedation and hospitalization, it can be traumatic, scary, expensive, and risky. According to a new ToothTalk…