Children's dental health is very important to prevent dental problems that may occur with advancing age. To acquire the habit of good oral hygiene for your child's teeth and dentists are the following suggestions are recommended:
1. Give The Habit Of Brushing Your Teeth In The Early Period
- Children's teeth when the first tooth starts to come out (usually 6. a month) it is important to start to clean up. At first, the teeth can be cleaned with a damp cloth, then a soft-bristled toothbrush can be used for the appropriate age group.
- The use of fluoridated toothpaste should be from 2 years of age and a pea-sized amount should be limited.
2. Regular Dental Checkups
- A child's first dental visit after the first tooth comes out, it is important that you realize until a later age. These controls and to monitor the development of the teeth, it is necessary to reinforce oral hygiene habits.
- Dental visits within 6 months, should continue on a regular basis.
3. Healthy Eating Habits
- Children should stay away from sugary and acidic foods to protect their teeth. Sugary foods can lead to tooth decay. Fizzy drinks and sugary snacks instead of milk, cheese, yogurt, such as calcium rich foods should be consumed.
4. Flossing
- Flossing can start at the age of 4-5 kids. With the help of a parent at this age can be taught to use dental floss. Avoid food particles between teeth, and is effective in preventing caries.
5. Tooth decay and oral health
- Some children, teeth grinding (bruxism) may have problems. In this case, appropriate preventive measures should be taken by the dentist and night protectors can be used.
To comply with these basic recommendations, your children to have healthy teeth and helps reduce the risk of dental problems later in life. Pay close attention to the oral and dental health of their children, parents, and regular dental checkups and we must not forget.
