Currently, more than 90% of Americans have at least one cavity by their 21^st birthday. So, it’s safe to say tooth decay isn’t an oral health concern among adults alone. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention currently estimates that about 20% of children between the ages of 5 and 11 have at least one cavity. If left untreated, root canals for kids become necessary. Keep reading to learn more about this tooth-saving treatment!

As a loving parent, you’re doing everything you can to give your little one the nutritious foods and drinks they need to stay healthy. However, you’re busy! You don’t always have time to decipher the confusing nutrition labels when choosing your child’s beverages. Unfortunately, the choices you’re making may not be as healthy as you think. Recent studies show that well over half of drinks marketed for kids contain lots of added sugar, and many of them come in packaging showing fruits that make them appear healthy. Read on as we go over the important connection between juice and cavities in kids and what you can do to keep your little one’s smile happy and healthy!