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2. A complete description of your child, including:
• name
• date of birth
• nickname(s)
• sex
• hair color/style
• eye color
• weight
• height
• glasses
• braces
• identifying marks such as moles or tattoos
3. Fingerprints taken by a trained professional; NCMEC recommends that only parents or guardians permanently store their child’s identifying information.
4. DNA sample: While there are many DNA collection kits commercially available, it is not difficult to collect a sample on your own. Items rich in DNA include an old toothbrush allowed to air dry, baby teeth, a hairbrush used frequently by your child for at least one month, or a bandage with dried blood. Store these items in an envelope licked shut by your child and placed in a cool, dry, readily accessible place.
5. Dental X-rays and dental charts should be updated by your dentist every two years until your child is 18. Include your dentist’s office location and contact information in your child’s ID kit for reference.
For more information about this and other child safety topics, contact NCMEC at 1-800-843-5678.
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