It isn’t just grown-ups who need to take care of their pearly whites! Children’s teeth can sometimes be treated as a kind of test run: they are going to fall out anyway, so what is the big deal? Well, firstly, losing milk teeth early can impact upon the development of a child’s jaw and, subsequently, their facial structure. Secondly, habits developed in youth can stay with a child well into adulthood and, if one of those happens to be a lax attitude to dental care, then you might be causing future problems with that care free attitude. So, what do you do to give your child the best start possible?
We offer early check ups
Cavities can erupt in a child’s mouth even before their teeth have emerged. As a result, we recommend taking your child in for a dental examination as soon as you feel comfortable to do so. Having a check up every six months is also a good habit to carry in to adulthood and having such examinations when young helps notice little problems before they swell into giant ones.
The foundations of brushing
In between those essential checkups, however, the parent is its child’s main defender against plaque and tooth decay and, via the foundation of a solid oral health regimen, will be setting their kid up for a life of fruitful dental health. Initially, however, the parent will actually be cleaning their children’s teeth on their behalf. Prior to them emerging, you can clean a baby’s teeth with the use of a wet cloth and a dollop of tooth paste. Post-eruption, you can purchase special brushes to clean their new teeth with. The mantra for kids capable of brushing is: ‘Brush for two minutes, twice a day’.
Preventing future problems
Many dental problems can be spotted during early checkups, halting them from becoming big issue for their adult selves. In terms of preventative protection, we currently offer fluoride applications and fissure sealants so as to help protect your child’s teeth during those early, sweet consuming, years.
The significance of learning
Alongside general technique, we hope also to dispel the notion that dentists are something to be frightened of. Dental phobia can be a major problem in adult life and developing a healthy relationship with a dental practice at a young age can prevent this.
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