In preschool, children's dental health habits that occur during this period is very important because, in later years, has a large effect on dental and oral health. However, some food and drinks with harmful habits, may adversely affect the dental health of children. During this period to maintain dental health, harmful factors should be considered.
1. Sugary foods and drinks
Sugary foods and drinks, is one of the greatest dangers to children's dental health. These acids combined with the bacteria in the mouth creates acid and sugar will damage the tooth enamel. Sugary snacks, chocolate, sweets and fizzy drinks can lead to tooth decay. Especially the sticky sugars increases the risk of cavities by staying on the teeth for a long time.
2. Baby Bottle Caries
Children use the bottle for a long time, especially in the bottle, sugar, milk, or fruit juice drink “baby bottle decay known as early leads to tooth decay. Bottle babies-sleep, milk or fruit juice to remain on your teeth and causes tooth enamel damage and accelerates the development of cavities.
3. Pay Attention To Oral Hygiene
Plaque buildup and tooth decay in children has not acquired the habit of regular tooth brushing is more common. Children brush their teeth twice a day is one of the ways essential to maintaining the health of their teeth. Also it is important to remove plaque between the teeth, especially the use of dental floss.
4. Sugary Drugs
Sugar syrups and medicines used for the treatment of some children it may contain. Leaving sticky residues on the outer surface of these medications can cause tooth decay. After the oral hygiene you should pay attention to the drugs that contain sugar.
Avoiding these harmful substances and proper oral health habits at an early age children by providing healthy tooth structure may be provided.
