Oral health problems in babies and children They are treated by the area of the pediatric dentistry, The branch specializing in providing solutions for the dental needs of young children. Spanish Society of Pediatric Dentistry It is recommended that the first consultation take place before the child's first year of life; this advice is very important during this period and is key to prevention.
And the first piece of advice is that, as parents, we take awareness of our children's oral health, This represents the sum of actions that should be part of the family routine. To motivate children to brush their teeth on their own, we must brush them as much as we brush ourselves.
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What should we consider regarding oral health? of our children?
We have prepared these tips to help you with this task.
10 Tips pediatric dentistry
- Before twelve months, you should gently brush your baby's gums with water and a soft-bristled baby toothbrush; this is your child's first contact with oral health education.
- Visit your dentist before the first year, Prevention is key.
- From 24 months onwards, we recommend use fluoride toothpaste, which helps prevent cavities.
- Use dental floss. You can start running it over the teeth as soon as they have two teeth next to each other.
- Help make oral hygiene fun for himEncourage, praise, and pay attention to their brushing.
- Brushing teeth as a family, It will not only set an example, but also create wonderful moments of family bonding.
- Remember that the best thing to do is Brush your teeth for 2 minutes. A popular method is to set a timer to control brushing time.
- Try to eliminate overly sugary foods from your diet., Sugar deteriorates enamel and causes tooth decay.
- ConsistencyOur children need to know that brushing their teeth isn't a one-off habit; it should be done twice a day regularly and consistently. Therefore, it's important to be consistent, start the habit as early as possible, and never stop until the child is self-sufficient and responsible.
- And of course: Take him to the dentist regularly!
If you would like to schedule a visit with us, contact us, in Asistencia Dental Plus, We specialize in caring for the smiles of the whole family, and we're located in Valencia. We pride ourselves on offering personalized service, where trust—both personal and professional—is paramount. All this in a pleasant and welcoming environment because we want you to feel right at home.
