South Carolina Dental Screening

according to the national institute of health, tooth decay remains the most prevalent chronic disease in children even though it is largely preventable. in fact, more and more studies link good dental health with good oral health. in order to make preventative dental care easily accessible for your children, school districts have partnered with south carolina dental screening associates and classy smiles to offer these services at your child’s school. the dental services that will be performed in school are: complete dental screenings or exams, dental x-rays, dental cleanings, fluoride treatment, and, if needed, sealants (which are thin plastic coatings painted on the back permanent molars) to help prevent and stop cavities. if needed and with parental consent, our on-site licensed dentist will then provide fillings, stainless steel crowns (on back teeth only), pulpotomy (baby tooth nerve treatment) simple extractions, and space maintainers. referrals to specialists will be ma