National Children’s Dental Health Month: Prevention tips

Tooth decay remains the most common chronic condition for children, affecting nearly half of those ages 2 to 19. For National Children’s Dental Health Month, UnitedHealthcare Dental’s Dr. Paul McConnell joins FOX 5 to discuss how parents can prioritize oral care. From limiting sugary snacks to starting dental visits by age one, Dr. McConnell shares essential habits to prevent untreated decay and avoid the millions of school hours lost annually to emergency dental visits.