{"id":49,"date":"2018-02-07T19:22:38","date_gmt":"2018-02-07T19:22:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.adc4smiles.com\/blog\/?p=49"},"modified":"2018-03-07T20:55:01","modified_gmt":"2018-03-07T20:55:01","slug":"dentist-gives-tips-celebrate-childrens-dental-health-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.adc4smiles.com\/blog\/2018\/02\/dentist-gives-tips-celebrate-childrens-dental-health-month\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Dentist Gives Tips to Celebrate Children\u2019s Dental Health Month!"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"AAccording to the American Dental Association, the moment your child\u2019s first tooth erupts is the same moment you should be scheduling an appointment<\/a> with your dentist. While it\u2019s exciting to be a part of your child\u2019s oral development, you\u2019ll want to learn about the best techniques and procedures to protect them from decay and disease.<\/p>\n

Once teeth start erupting, they are prone to experiencing decay, even if they are only baby teeth. To celebrate Children\u2019s Dental Health Month this February, here are some tips and videos to keep in mind.<\/p>\n

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Why You Should Visit the Dentist Regularly<\/h2>\n

Visiting the dentist isn\u2019t just about providing cleanings and fluoride treatments for your child. It\u2019s also about letting your dentist examine and update you on your child\u2019s oral development. Yes, it\u2019s important to remove bacteria and plaque, especially since they are extra vulnerable at a young age. However, your family dentist can also inform you early on if your child will need braces to fix alignment or bite issues in the future.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, they can also give you tips on practicing proper oral care and how to avoid common mistakes parents make when caring for their children\u2019s teeth. This could include baby bottle tooth decay or effectively helping them quit thumb-sucking, which can cause bite issues later in life.<\/p>\n

The Importance of Children\u2019s Dentistry<\/h2>\n

Your children\u2019s dentist in Crown Point is not the same as any typical, general dentist in the area. A dentist working at a children\u2019s dentistry is more patient, more accommodating, and more prepared to communicate with your child than standard dentists are. They can teach them what foods are great for oral health as well as provide them additional protections to combat tooth decay.<\/p>\n

In the video below, our dentist Dr. Danny Hayes covers how dental sealants for pits and fissures can protect your child\u2019s teeth as they begin regularly brushing.<\/p>\n