Educating your children in proper oral hygiene at an early age is just as important as creating a savings plan for college, choosing the name of our child, or making sure they are up-to-date on their immunizations. If you take the necessary steps of teaching your children the proper way to brush, using the proper amount of toothpaste, good eating habits, and taking them to the dentist for regular check-ups, you will be arming them with a lifetime of healthy habits that will ensure them a great smile well into their adult years.
People have said that the eyes are the windows to our soul. The same can be said of our teeth; the health of our teeth can be indicative of the inner health of our bodies. A good Dentist can tell many things about your child by the health of their teeth.
Our Recommendations:
Just as choosing the right pediatrician is important for a lifetime of good health, so is choosing the right Dentist! Offer your child a lifetime of good health with regular checkups starting around age two. Many of our young patients look forward to coming to our office because we work hard to provide them a good experience during their time in our care knowing that this early time will shape their thoughts on dentistry well into their adult life.
Make brushing and flossing fun by choosing soft toothbrushes (make sure they are size appropriate) with bright colors, scheduling time that’s works in your daily routine, and participate; your child will love the time spent with you and your teeth will benefit too!
Document Library:
One thing that most parents can agree on is: Knowledge is power! We have included many articles that we believe you will find helpful in your childs oral health as they grow.
All of the below documents require Acrobat Reader ®, to view, and print. Acrobat Reader ® is a free download and can be obtained by going to: http://get.adobe.com/reader/
If you have not updated your copy of Acrobat Reader ® in a while, we recommend doing so as Adobe Systems have recently discovered some possible weaknesses in the security of their older versions of their software.
Your son or daughter have taken up a sport and you know they need to protect their teeth. Read this article on the types of mouth guards and what you can do.
This guide will help you understand how to help your child care for their teeth during their treatment and help them understand the consequences if they don't.
