{"id":274,"date":"2021-08-07T15:41:00","date_gmt":"2021-08-07T15:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/?p=274"},"modified":"2021-09-22T15:41:47","modified_gmt":"2021-09-22T15:41:47","slug":"the-link-between-oral-health-and-academic-success","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/the-link-between-oral-health-and-academic-success\/","title":{"rendered":"The Surprising Link Between Oral Health and Academic Success"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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And just like that, back-to-school season is upon us! Whether your child is heading back to the classroom or continuing remote learning, you want to set them up for a great semester. Typically, this involves to-dos like buying the right supplies and organizing carpools. However, there is one very important task that often falls to the wayside: scheduling your child\u2019s biannual dental checkup and cleaning<\/a>. Keep reading to learn about the surprising link between oral health and academic success<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What the Research Says About Oral Health & Academic Success<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

According to the US National Library of Medicine, the link between oral health and academic success is evident. After analyzing data collected from more than 40,000 students, the results are in: children with poor dental health were significantly more likely to struggle with school performance and psychosocial well-being. In short, good oral health is a major contributor to your child\u2019s academic success!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How You Can Help Keep Your Child\u2019s Smile Cavity-Free<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Prevention is paramount when it comes to your child\u2019s teeth and gums. Therefore, it\u2019s of the utmost importance that you help them implement the below best practices:<\/p>\n\n\n\n