According to a nationally representative poll of 790 parents with at least one child aged 0-5, 40 percent of parents had a child who has not had a dental visit.
Experts say starting dental visits early helps set children up for healthy oral hygiene, with parents learning about correct
brushing techniques, the importance of limiting sugary drinks, and the need to avoid putting children to bed with a bottle.
A quarter of parents who had delayed dental visits said their child’s teeth are healthy but researchers note it is unlikely that a parent could detect early tooth decay. Parents may not notice decay until there’s discoloration, and by then the problem has likely become significant. Immediate dental treatment at the first sign of decay can prevent more significant dental problems down the road, which is why having regular dentist visits throughout early childhood is so important.
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Dentures are removable appliances that can replace missing teeth and help restore your smile. If you’ve lost all of your natural teeth, whether from gum disease, tooth decay or injury, replacing missing teeth will benefit your appearance and your health. That’s because dentures make it easier to eat and speak better than you could without teeth—things that people often take for granted.
Did you know that the average adult between the ages of 20 and 64 has three or more decayed or missing teeth? If you are missing one or more teeth, there are plenty of reasons to correct the problem. For one thing, a large space between your teeth may affect how you speak or eat. Even if it’s not noticeable, a missing molar can affect how you chew. Remaining teeth may shift which can lead to tooth decay and bone loss. 
