Take Care Of Your Child’s Teeth From Day One

Excellent oral health can last a lifetime, so make sure your child is on the right track by doing the right thing. Each stage in a child’s life has different dental needs and responsibilities. Children should visit the dentist every six months. 

Once the teething process begins, your child’s life changes: they have the possibility of trying new foods, eating differently, and inevitably for many parents, that stage begins when they stop being babies and start being children. It is during this period that dental hygiene begins but we do not always know where to start but here are some ways to take care of your child’s teeth to keep them healthy and strong. First of all you should consult a Pediatric Orthodontist. 

Steps to follow:

1. Although it is about the milk teeth that will later change, it is necessary to establish dental hygiene routines, not only to create the habit in the little one but also because poor oral care can trigger important diseases that will affect the health of your child.

2. Buy a pediatric toothbrush according to their age, make sure that it is attractive and made for kids, because this will make the activity attract their attention.

3. In the same way, there are also special toothpastes for children that will help you keep their little teeth protected, healthy and strong.

4. Like adults, little ones should brush their teeth after every meal to avoid cavities. During the first years you should do it yourself and teach your child how to do it until they feel comfortable with the activity themselves – implement it from a young age as this will help.

5. After they can handle the toothbrush by themselves, you should supervise them until you are sure they have learned how to clean their teeth correctly. Otherwise, they may be missing the point altogether.

6. It is very important not to let the little one drink sugary drinks or eat sweets before bedtime and go to bed without brushing, because if this habit is frequent it is very likely that they will develop cavities and other oral problems. In general, sugar and additives will really cause a lot of problems for their teeth in their younger life. 

7. Even when the child has their adult teeth coming through, the first years are decisive in all aspects of their education, including dental hygiene. In this period, they will learn the importance of keeping their teeth clean, and this should include dentist visits. It shouldn’t be a troublesome experience but rather, part of a self-care routine. 

8. Remember to change their toothbrush every three months and visit the dentist at least once a year (six months is best).

Your children’s teeth are important. Any problems in earlier life can result in problems in the future, such as gingivitis or gum disease. Ensuring that they are well educated on all areas of dental hygiene will ensure that they have healthy teeth and gums for a lifetime and offer them the valuable tips they need.