Local Dentist Promotes National Children's Dental Health Month At School

Des Plaines, IL – 2/25/15 — February is National Children’s Dental Health Month (NCDHM), a month-long celebration sponsored by the American Dental Association to promote dental education and awareness for all children.

Dr. Richard Stiles, a local Des Plaines dentist, along with his colleague, Ms. Ursula Fronduto, volunteered their time at Our Lady of Destiny School this Wednesday morning. They demonstrated the effects of acid on teeth, taught the children how to brush and floss properly, and handed out toothbrush and toothpaste sample packets along with coloring books featuring characters from the American Dental Society’s public service campaign.

The annual National Children’s Dental Health Month celebration focuses on oral hygiene care, nutritional concerns, prevention, and the importance of regular dental visits.

Attitudes and habits established at an early age are critical in maintaining good oral health throughout life. By participating in NCDHM, the dental team, parents, teachers, and others can help keep children’s smiles beautiful now and for years to come.

Dental societies, health departments, and armed forces dental units all participate in NCDHM.

Dr. Stiles practices at Parkside Dental located at 1645 S. River Road in Des Plaines, IL. 847-299-4811. He is a member of the Chicago Dental Society, the Illinois State Dental Society, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the American Dental Association.