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Delta Dental's Captain Supertooth rides again!
Each February, during National Children's Dental Health Month, the caped superhero of dental hygiene visits schools to teach children about the importance of proper oral care. Captain Supertooth will make 30
appearances in February 2005. Captain Supertooth also made 14 appearances in October 2004.
The Captain Supertooth program is part of Delta Dental's initiative to spread the word that oral health is vital for good overall health.
Captain Supertooth visits schools armed with a larger-than-life-sized toothbrush and other fun props. During the 20-minute program, the Captain shares oral-health tips geared for children in kindergarten through second grade. He tells children to use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste, brush with a soft-bristled toothbrush for at least one minute twice a day, eat a balanced diet, and visit their dentist for regular check-ups.
Delta Dental provides the program as a free public service.
Captain Supertooth has instructed nearly 41,000 schoolchildren about proper dental care since the program began in 1990.
Because of high demand, there is a waiting list for the program. For more information, call Delta Dental at (973) 285-4059. |
