Dental injuries can often be prevented — especially if you know what to watch out for. This chart can help you do just that. Fill in the specific areas that you know may prove dangerous.
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Cause
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| Possible Danger Areas in My Setting
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| Shoving/pushing | - Encourage children to be considerate of each other, and gently remind them to wait their turn when appropriate
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| Falling on stairs | - Make sure children don't
feel hurried - Remind children to use handrails
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| Falling from bikes and playground equipment | - Review safety rules
- Teach safe use
- Make sure equipment is age appropriate and in good repair
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| Running with objects in mouth | - Make a list together of the only things that should go in your mouth, and illustrate together
- Post at children's eye level
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| Falling/tripping | - Remind children to walk, don't run
- Clean up toys, materials, and spills
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| Car accidents (sudden stops) | - Always wear seatbelts
- Offer children props to role play
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| Biting hard objects | - Make a list together of everything you shouldn't bite
- Encourage children to add to the list as they think of items
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