When it comes to children and health, usually the
teeth are the most prone to neglect. Children, often times, eat many sugary
foods which actually contributes to early tooth decay. To avoid this, it is
very important to take care of your children’s teeth as if they were your own.
How you should help your child maintain healthy
teeth
- Introduce early brushing- As early as when the child is toothless, start brushing the gum. There are a lot of soft baby brushes which can be bought. Using a fluoridated paste, brush the child’s teeth twice a day. Make sure the brushing is gentle otherwise you could end up hurting the child’s gums. It is important to teach and get your children in the habit of brushing properly as soon as possible. This way, tooth decay can be easily avoided.
- Watch the snacks children eat- Some snacks, especially those with a lot of sugar, can be harmful to your children. It is important that they are not allowed to eat sweets all the time. Sugary snacks should not be eaten every day. Junk food and fast foods are both high contributors to tooth decay and should be given only in moderation.
- Make visits to the dentist- Children’s teeth are very sensitive, and at times it’s hard to distinguish when something is wrong. Making consultations with a dentist is highly recommended for early detection and preventions.
It is the responsibility of the parent to help
children maintain healthy teeth. Following the suggestions above will bring you
joy to see a healthy smile from your child with healthy teeth. If you have
children and want to make sure their mouth is healthy, please call Michael R.Mullen D.D.S. at (915) 593-1900 for a checkup. Dr. Mullen provides a full range of
protective and restorative dentistry for children and will make sure they feel comfortable
while in our care.
