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… – even playing more than one sport – helps children find out what they like and what they are good at. If children do well at a particular physical … Everyday physical activity for school-age children Most elementary school-age children …
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… to help the child with his or her diabetes care. A diabetes care plan will help your child's teachers and other …
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… 53b The majority of vision development occurs in the first few … Should my child have a vision test? All children should have a comprehensive eye examination by kindergarten entry. Children may not know that they have a vision …
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… Overview Most students can manage their diabetes on their own, but some will … are responsible for making sure that school staff is willing and able to help the … Symptoms of Low Blood Sugar and Diabetes in Children: Treating Low Blood Sugar . Provide …
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… recommend that your child's visits to a dentist start within 6 months after the first … should be seen by a children's (pediatric) dentist right away. If these dental problems … regular visits every 6 months or as your dentist recommends. Adults, teens, and …
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… buildup (tartar) on the teeth. Use disclosing tablets every now and then to see whether any plaque remains on the teeth. Disclosing tablets are chewable and will colour any … Teeth and Gums It's best to start good oral health habits before permanent teeth come …
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… 19 Beginning dental care early is important for your … gums even before the teeth come into the mouth. Keeping your child’s teeth and gums … the bacteria that is normally found in the mouth. Without treatment, decay can spread …
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… Overview All children need early and regular dental care. … comes in but no later than your child's first birthday. footnote 1 Some parents may worry … care tips for different age groups Birth to 3 years Make sure that your family practices …
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… Overview Dental Care: 3 Years to 6 Years—Topic Overview All of … pea. Encourage your child to watch you and older siblings brush teeth. A good teaching …
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… Basic Care Dental care for older people is much the same as for younger adults. But older adults do have concerns that younger …
