Your child’s dental health is very important as it sets the foundation for a lifelong healthy smile. However, children are prone to a serious dental threat—tooth decay. In fact, cavities are the most common chronic childhood conditions in the United States. It is estimated that 20% of children under the age of 11 and 13% of children under the age of 19 have untreated tooth decay. While cavities are common, they are easily preventable with the right care at home and from your pediatric dentist in Northampton. At Northampton Pediatric Dentistry, we have simple tips to help your child avoid cavities.