Oral health is a major element in the overall health of an individual. Without the proper dental care poor hygiene can lead to various health problems. Children with decayed teeth are more risk to have a lower body weight by 80% compared to the ideal weight of children their age (Acs, 1992). There are four stages that can impact a adolescents oral health. Stage two which is where the primary teeth have all erupted. The dental care during this time is very important and can set how the permanent teeth come out. They can be crooked and overcrowded which can lead to the need for braces. There are many steps that the family and children can do to prevent bad oral health. Making a change in the child’s diet can be a huge factor. Getting the child
