The best medicine, it is said, is prevention. The following steps are simple guidelines that will help
keep a dental hygiene trauma from occurring. Print this page out and tape it to your refrigerator as a
handy reference.
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| Wear protective equipment. |
- Wear a helmet while biking.
- Wear a mouth guard in contact or other sports.
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| Use seat belts. |
- Always use government-approved car seats or seat belts.
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| Guard against injuries in the home. |
- Use furniture guards on sharp table corners.
- Tape down any loose rugs.
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| Use highchairs correctly. |
- Never leave a child unattended in a highchair.
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