Did you know that one of the most common childhood diseases is tooth decay? More than half of American children have had at least one cavity by age 5. And, by the time an American child is 17 years old, on average, he has had eight cavities.
The good news is that you can help your child fight tooth decay. First, you can make sure your child follows the right eating and drinking habits, to prevent sugar buildup on teeth. Then, you can help your child care for her teeth.