Helping Kids Take Care of Their Teeth

Helping Kids Take Care of Their Teeth Oral Hygiene Tips Bushing Remind your child to brush at least twice per day-in the morning and at night Demonstrate how to brush all of the teeth, not just the ones in front Timing Dentists recommend brushing teeth for 2-3 minutes Set a timer or play your child's favorite song to mark the time Flossing Show your child the proper way to floss his teeth Supervise to make sure it gets done, and that he's doing it gently Dental uisits Bring your child to the dentist twice per year for routine checkups The dentist checks for issues, and can give advice for better oral hygiene Smart Suacking Go fresh Provide your child with fresh veggies and crunchy fruits for snacking Carrots, celery, cucumbers, and apples are all great snack choices Auoid sugary snacks Sugary, sticky snacks like candy encourage the growth of plaque Keep sweets to a minimum to promote better oral and overall health Do dairy Dairy contains calcium and phosphorus to help strengthen enamel Go for low-fat cheeses, yogurts, and milk for an afternoon snack Drink up Offer your child plenty of fresh water instead of soda or juice The acids in sugary beverages eat away at enamel and can lead to decay More Mouth-Healthy Tips a Choose a fluoridated toothpaste to help guard against decay Use a soft-bristled toothbrush to protect tooth enamel Take your child to the dentist by the time she turns 1 Start cleaning your child's mouth even before teeth erupt Avoid passing bacteria through sharing cups or spoons Provided by: COSMETIÇ DENTISTRY CENTER COSMETIC GENERAL FAMILY DENTISTRY www.thesmileexperience.com Sources: http://www.parents.com/health/dental/dental-care-tips/ http://kidshealth.org/kid/stay_healthy/body/teeth_care.html# http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/d/diet-and-dental-health http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/diet-oral-health http://www.colgate.com/en/us/oc/oral-health/basics/nutri- tion-and-oral-health/article/smart-snacks-for-healthy-teeth