USA - Dentists fight toothaches in Bexar County schools
Dentists fight toothaches in Bexar County schools
Reported by: Janet Kwak
Email: JanetKwak@woaitv.com
Last Update: 5/17 3:52 pm
SAN ANTONIO -- Dentists are coming into Bexar County schools, and best of all - their services are free.
"The sealant program is a cost effective way to bring dental care into the schools," explains Metro Health Dr. Jennifer Bankler. "We found there are 30 percent of children in our inner city schools that have untreated tooth decay."Called "Smile San Antonio," the Metropolitan Health District targets schools with the highest percentage of disadvantaged students to offer free cleanings, sealants, and check-ups. Permission slips are handed to parents of second graders going to these schools. Portable dental clinics are set up during school time.
The program is aimed to lessen the burden for working parents who may not have insurance, and keeps students focused on teachers, not toothaches.
"It doesn't only affect the absenteeism, but performance in standardized tests. They're all going to have a negative impact due to oral disease," adds Bankler.
Fluoridated in 2002
Reported by: Janet Kwak
Email: JanetKwak@woaitv.com
Last Update: 5/17 3:52 pm
SAN ANTONIO -- Dentists are coming into Bexar County schools, and best of all - their services are free.
"The sealant program is a cost effective way to bring dental care into the schools," explains Metro Health Dr. Jennifer Bankler. "We found there are 30 percent of children in our inner city schools that have untreated tooth decay."Called "Smile San Antonio," the Metropolitan Health District targets schools with the highest percentage of disadvantaged students to offer free cleanings, sealants, and check-ups. Permission slips are handed to parents of second graders going to these schools. Portable dental clinics are set up during school time.
The program is aimed to lessen the burden for working parents who may not have insurance, and keeps students focused on teachers, not toothaches.
"It doesn't only affect the absenteeism, but performance in standardized tests. They're all going to have a negative impact due to oral disease," adds Bankler.
Fluoridated in 2002
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