More than 50 children between the ages of five and seven benefited from an interactive session on proper dental hygiene when RBC partnered with Dr. Kristen Darville, pediatric dentist, to host a community dental hygiene forum at The Royal Bahamas Police Force's Summer Youth Camp, which was held at Claridge Primary School.
Dr. Darville, a client of RBC Royal Bank and her sidekick "Dr. Croc" coached the campers on the best practices for avoiding cavities including thoroughly brushing and flossing their teeth twice daily to guarantee fresh breath, healthy teeth and gums.
"I always explain to my young clients what cavities are, how we get them, as well as the benefits of good oral hygiene. Brushing and flossing their teeth are only part of the process," said Dr. Darville. "We also need to impress upon our children, at an early age the importance of a well-balanced diet, eating healthy snacks and how this all plays a critical role in maintaining good teeth and a beautiful smile."
Dr. Kristen Darville, pediatric dentist, partnered with RBC to host a community dental hygiene forum at the Royal Bahamas Police Force's Summer Youth Camp, at Claridge Primary School (Photos: RBC)
She is scheduled to open her pediatric dentistry practice "My First Dentist" in September. She will cater to infants, children and those with special needs.
On campus for Dr. Darville's presentation was Jerome Pinder, head, RBC business banking and his team of relationship managers who distributed RBC dental kits that included toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss and a two-minute timer perfect for timing teeth brushing, to the campers.
"This client partnership is an example of RBC's ongoing commitment at helping our clients thrive and communities prosper," said Pinder.
"Dr. Darville is a dedicated and community-driven professional. She has added immense value to the dentistry profession in The Bahamas, and we are proud to know that RBC was there and continues to be here every step of the way as she fulfills this significant career goal of opening her own practice."
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