--- title: Brush Up on Dental Resources description: Discover simple retirement plans for your child care business. Ensure financial security, gain tax benefits, and attract top talent with Child Care Aware® of Missouri. image: https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/hubfs/Its%20Dental%20Hygiene%20Month.png --- [![Child Care Aware of Missouri Logo](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Child%20Care%20Aware%20Logo%20(1).png?width=666&height=414&name=Child%20Care%20Aware%20Logo%20(1).png "Child Care Aware of Missouri Logo")](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication) Open main menu Close main menu [Show Me Child Care Resources](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/tag/show-me-child-care-resources) # Brush Up on Dental Resources [Child Care Aware® of Missouri](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/author/child-care-aware-of-missouri) [Share this blog post via Email](mailto:?subject=%3Cspan+id%3D%22hs_cos_wrapper_name%22+class%3D%22hs_cos_wrapper+hs_cos_wrapper_meta_field+hs_cos_wrapper_type_text%22+style%3D%22%22+data-hs-cos-general-type%3D%22meta_field%22+data-hs-cos-type%3D%22text%22+%3EBrush+Up+on+Dental+Resources%3C%2Fspan%3E&body=I+found+this+interesting+blog+post%3A+https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/smccr-brush-up-on-dental-resources) [Share this blog post on Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/smccr-brush-up-on-dental-resources) [Share this blog post on LinkedIn](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/smccr-brush-up-on-dental-resources) ![](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/hubfs/Its%20Dental%20Hygiene%20Month.png) It’s Dental Hygiene Month: Brush Up on Dental Resources February is all about celebrating healthy smiles! Good oral hygiene helps children stay healthy, confident, and ready to learn—and it starts with directors, staff, and families working together. To make it easier, Show Me Child Care Resources has gathered tools that help programs promote dental health in fun, meaningful, and practical ways. Whether you’re exploring insurance options, teaching healthy habits in the classroom, or helping families build strong routines at home, these resources will keep everyone smiling bright. Supporting Directors: Smiles Across Your Team A healthy team is a strong team. Directors can promote overall wellness by offering dental insurance options that make preventive care easy and affordable. Regular cleanings and checkups not only support staff health but also reduce stress and absenteeism. Explore tools that help directors: - Review dental coverage options - Encourage preventive care among staff - Create a workplace culture that values well-being Supporting Staff: Teach Healthy Habits That Last Teaching children about oral health doesn’t have to be boring—hands-on learning makes all the difference. Staff can bring dental hygiene to life through engaging activities that help children understand why brushing and flossing matter These ready-to-use lesson plans include: - Fun brushing and flossing demonstrations - Classroom activities that reinforce daily habits - Simple explanations children can understand - Ideas that make oral health memorable and enjoyable Supporting Families: Healthy Smiles Start at Home Families play a major role in helping children maintain healthy teeth. Consistent routines and positive experiences at home build strong habits that last a lifetime. Our family-friendly oral health handouts include tips for: - Creating easy, kid-friendly brushing routines - Preparing children for dentist visits - Choosing the right toothpaste and tools - Making dental care a stress-free part of the day These resources help families support healthy smiles long after the school day ends. Have You Heard? A Smile-Worthy Giveaway! February is the perfect time to share a little extra love with your classroom. Enter our “Smile-Worthy Classroom Supplies” Giveaway for a chance to win a special bundle from Discount School Supply! Brighten your space with fresh supplies and bring more smiles to your program this season. 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