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              Dental Hygiene Language Ideas   
                  
              Mouthy Discussion
              
              Discuss the difference between baby teeth and 
              permanent
              teeth.  
              Discuss how it feels to lose a tooth. Other children might 
              be able to  
              tell you about caring for their teeth, you can emphasize: 
              *Teeth should be brushed in the morning and before bed. 
              *Teeth should be brushed after meals when you can. 
              *Flossing is important, too. 
              *Sweet and sticky foods need to be rinsed or brushed off as soon 
              as possible. 
              
                
              
              Good Foods Discussion
              
              Can the children tell you the kinds of foods that are good for 
              their 
 teeth? 
              What are good breakfast foods? What are good snacks? 
              
                
              
              How To Have A Healthy Smile
              
              The 
              children can brainstorm all the different things they can do to have a 
              healthy smile. 
              
                
              
              Dental Visits Discussion
              
              Talk about visits to the dentist. Let each child tell 
              you about their visits. 
              
              Discuss all the different things we might find in the 
              dental
              office   
              
                
              
               
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