Bright Smiles, Happy Kids: Nurturing Oral Health in the Early Childhood Classroom

Tiny Talks on Early Learning

In this week’s insightful conversation, we are joined by distinguished guest, Dr. Brooke Schrader of West Mobile Children’s Dentistry, a pediatric dentist with a passion for promoting dental wellness in young children. From that first dental visit to teething remedies and pacifier risks, we get into the topics that are most relevant to early educators and families.

Join us as we explore the importance of early dental hygiene habits and their impact on a child's overall health and development. Dr. Shrader shares age-appropriate strategies for teaching kids about the significance of brushing, flossing, and maintaining healthy habits. Learn how educators can collaborate with parents to reinforce these habits at home, fostering a lifelong commitment to oral health.

Tune in to this episode for an enriching conversation that goes beyond the daycare center walls, championing the cause of bright smiles and happy, healthy kids.

Resources -

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) Parent Resources - https://www.aapd.org/resources/parent/

Easing Babies Teeth Pain - ECLKC - https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/oral-health/brush-oral-health/easing-babys-teething-pain#:~:text=Cool%20it.,refrigerator%20but%20not%20the%20freezer.

AAPD Periodicity Schedule - https://www.aapd.org/globalassets/media/policies_guidelines/bp_recdentperiodschedule.pdf