New Book by Dr. J. Brant Darby Stresses Importance of Childrens` Dental Health

MEDFORD, Ore.--(Business Wire)--
Dr. J. Brant Darby has written and released a new book titled, "How to
Successfully Prepare for Your Child`s First Dental Visit." The book, which
contains beautiful photography and artwork created by children, is full of
important information regarding one of the world`s most important aspects of
healthcare - childrens` dental health.

Dental disease is the most prevalent chronic disease affecting children in the
United States today, even more so than asthma. Due to poor dental health, it is
estimated that America`s children miss 51 million hours of school each year.
Combine that amount of time, money and effort, and it equates to billions of
dollars of healthcare costs each year. The primary objective of childrens`
dentistry is prevention. That is what Dr. Darby`s book is all about -
prevention.

"Many people do not realize the importance of their child`s first dental
appointment," said Dr. J. Brant Darby. "The American Academy of Pediatric
Dentistry recommends that children have their first dental appointment within
six months of their first tooth and no later than their first birthday."

Dr. Darby wrote his book to help educate and inform parents of the importance of
their child`s first dental visit, and to prepare them for it. Other issues
covered in the book include valuable preparation checklists, how to find the
right dentist for your child, what questions to ask, how to best prepare for the
first visit, when to arrive, what to bring, and many more topics critical to
ensuring your child`s comfort and long-term dental health.

The book addresses creating a "Dental Home," which is a concept created and
endorsed by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. It emphasizes the
importance of building rapport with the child and making them feel comfortable
in a dental office environment. Children may be traumatized by their first
dental experience if the doctor is not specially trained and the parents are
unprepared.

Pediatric dentistry is a dental specialty that requires two to three years
additional training beyond that of a regular dentist. Pediatric dentists address
specific needs of infants, children and adolescents. They educate and prepare
parents regarding the proper diet and hygiene needed for good dental health, as
well as assessing your child`s growth and development.

This educational and informational book offers valuable insights to parents to
help launch their child`s present and future dental health. It concludes with a
dental journal to document your child`s appointments, doctor`s suggestions, any
prescriptions given, dates and times. It also shares a valuable Web Resource
Page featuring several websites regarding children`s dental health issues that
could be helpful in addressing other questions or concerns you may have.

Dr. J. Brant Darby is an American Board Certified Pediatric Dental Specialist
who practices in Southern Oregon. After graduating from The Master`s College
with a Bachelor`s Degree in Biology, he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery
Degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center School of Dentistry in
Lincoln, Nebraska, and completed his Pediatric Dental Residency at the
University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha. His wife, Jennifer, shares his
passion for childrens` dental health and assists him in his practice.

The cost of the 62-page book is $11.95 plus shipping and handling and can be
purchased by visiting www.firstdentalvisit.com or www.amazon.com.

First Dental Visit
Jennifer Darby, 541-761-6351

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