GET YOUR KIDS TO THE DENTIST BEFORE SCHOOL RESTARTS
Taking care of children’s oral health is a task that needs to be maintained after the eruption of the first baby teeth. If these are not treated correctly, more complex problems can arise, affecting the health of the child’s mouth.
Baby teeth decay is one of the leading oral health problems among children in our country. Child untreated cavities can lead to difficulties with eating, speaking, and daily routines. It is essential that, in children’s oral health education for younger children, both parents and dentists are involved, teaching them the correct brushing habits and oral hygiene to incorporate into their daily life.
By educating children about their oral hygiene, we help them to understand this task as part of their daily routine by performing it naturally and maintaining it to prevent the development of future health problems.
There is a direct relationship between oral health and general health; it is essential to help our children take care of their oral health, establishing healthy habits that will have an impact on their smiles and their health general to adulthood.
Starting Oral Hygiene at an Early Age
Children must start taking care of their teeth as early as possible. At first, parents will carry out this daily care and then teach them to do it later on their own. Tooth brushing should start with the appearance of the baby’s first teeth, making it a daily habit. Calcium intake is essential at an early age for the proper formation of teeth.
Establish a Routine Schedule
It is imperative to establish a routine schedule for oral hygiene for children to brush their teeth, preferably when they get up, after eating, and before going to bed. This last brushing is essential, as the bacteria have to act and form the dental biofilm all night.
Have Fun While Learning
Instead of making teeth cleaning a chore, we can approach it as fun using songs, videos, and dances to help them learn more efficiently.
Let Them Choose Their Favorite Hygiene Products
There is a wide range of accessories and oral hygiene products for children, from which they can choose the ones they like best. This way, they also feel part of the process and, therefore, are more motivated.
Regularly Visit the Dentist
Children must visit the dentist at least a couple of times a year, even if they still have baby teeth. At this stage of life, when children are in full development, it is a crucial time to detect health problems or malformations that only a dental professional can see.
Get the Proper Nutrition
A balanced diet is essential to take care of children’s teeth. Sweets, which they like so much, are the main culprits in the formation of cavities, so it’s essential not to abuse sugary foods and teach them to eat healthier.
Proper Technique and Two-Minute Brushing Time
To eliminate most of the bacteria that settle in the mouth, teeth should be brushed for at least two minutes. Dr. Jivan insists on the importance of combining both technique and duration.
Change the Toothbrush Every Three Months
It is advisable to renew the toothbrush approximately every three months, as the bristles begin to open and wear out, making brushing incorrect.