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A stunning result surfaced when about 31% of the
students in 3rd grade out of the 7100 tested had been found to have
tooth decay or cavities. During that
study it was also found that dental issue was one of the biggest causes of absenteeism
of kids from schools.
These statistics prompted the government to take steps to prevent the
occurrence of tooth decay and cavities among children. Therefore the government is collaborating
with the concerned organizations and departments to make sure that all the
necessary steps are taken to ensure that this better dental protection is
provided to all kids.
The authorities have planned to start in all the schools of the state is to
have the kids undergo a procedure known as deal sealant. This procedure can be performed by dentists
as well as dental hygienists. This will
protect the teeth from developing any cavities or decays.
It is important to mention here that these sealants cover the groves of the
teeth and it is where most of the decay takes place. Sealants are just forming a barrier between
the teeth and the bacteria that can initiate the process of decay. The studies conducted have shown that
sealants can reduce the process of decay by about 70%.
Another important fact that needs a mention here is the rapid health decline
with tooth loss accompanied with pain and swelling and above all the irritation
and frustration that it causes to the kids.
So I believe that most governments should take note of this really good
planning and strategy to save kids from dental cavities and decay.
