Importance of Dental Checkups

What is the importance of dental checkups? - Curious
Answer: Hopefully you remembered dental checkups before you sent your children back to school this year. Mouth pain and tooth complaints are a big reason why children miss school. Here's another thing for you to consider: Clinical Associate Professor Gardner Beale of the USC School of Dentistry says that any child participating in sports with any degree of contact should use a mouth guard during play. They can prevent a lot of serious injuries.
Right now, there is a big push for children to consume healthy snacks at school. Fresh fruits and veggies make the healthiest ones. However, according to Beale, snacks sweetened with xylitol, an artificial sweetener, actually discourage cavities and are good alternatives.