Your child’s teeth face the same threat from sugar and oral bacteria that your teeth face. However, kids face a few unique disadvantages. One big problem is that children may not fully understand why it is important to keep up with good preventive dental care. Their brushing and flossing habits may be less than effective, and many parents can readily attest to how much their kids enjoy sugary foods and drinks. When you start professional dental visits for your child at an early age, your dentist can help make sure your child appreciates the need to keep up with quality dental care.
Taking Your Young Child In For Preventive Dental Visits
Helping your child adjust to dental visits can sometimes be challenging. For this reason, the initial visit will center around simply helping your child feel at ease in new surroundings. The first visit should typically take place around their second birthday. After this occurs, you can schedule their visits to occur at around the same time as yours, so that you can both enjoy care during the same trip. In addition to the standard preventive dental care offered during your routine dental exams, children can receive guidance on how to improve their teeth cleaning habits at home.
How Dental Sealants Offer Dental Protection
Once your child’s adult teeth start to arrive, your dentist may suggest having sealants placed on their newly arrived back teeth. Sealants barricade these teeth, which can be harder to keep clean, against bacteria and debris. Their placement offers enduring cavity protection.
Schedule Your Child’s Dental Appointment With Allen Family Dental
Is your child reaching the age where they should begin attending dental visits? At Allen Family Dental, our staff will work to make sure your kids feel welcome, comfortable, and safe at each appointment. In addition, our team will provide expert care in order to help prevent the onset of tooth decay. To arrange for care provided by Dr. Torrens-Parker or Dr. Lizardi, call Allen Family Dental in Allen, TX, today at (469) 342-6644. Located in Allen, we also proudly welcome patients from Frisco, Plano, McKinney, Fairview, and all surrounding communities. Our patient forms can be found online.
