The resolution recognizes February as "Children's Dental Health Month" in Rhode Island, emphasizing the importance of promoting good oral health among children, their caregivers, and educators. It highlights the critical role of dental health in a child's overall well-being, self-esteem, and academic performance, noting that poor oral health can lead to increased school absenteeism and lower academic achievement. The resolution also points out the alarming statistics regarding tooth decay as a prevalent childhood disease and the need for early dental care and education to foster lifelong healthy habits.

Furthermore, the resolution addresses the challenges faced by Rhode Island in terms of dental workforce shortages, particularly the aging dentist population and the low dentist-to-population ratio compared to other New England states. It calls for investment in dental education and training programs to encourage careers in dentistry and improve access to dental care for residents. The Senate urges all citizens and community organizations to observe February as National Children's Dental Health Month and proclaims February 2025 as "Children's Dental Health Month" in Rhode Island, directing the Secretary of State to transmit certified copies of the resolution to relevant dental health leaders and organizations.