Everything parents need to know to protect children's dental health: from brushing techniques to nutritional recommendations.
Children's primary teeth act as space maintainers for the permanent teeth that will come underneath. Decay in primary teeth causes early tooth loss, paving the way for future orthodontic disorders. For this reason, correct cleaning habits should be gained from infancy.
Golden Rules for Parents
The main points to pay attention to in order to protect children's oral health are:
- Cleaning should start with a gauze or baby brushes as soon as the first tooth erupts.
- It should be brushed at least twice a day with a toothbrush and toothpaste suitable for the child's age group.
- Fissure Sealant and Fluoride applications should be performed in children to prevent decay.
- Regular child dentist (Pedodontist) checks should be done every 6 months.
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Since primary teeth will fall out anyway, is filling or treatment necessary?
Absolutely. Infections in primary teeth can damage the structure of the developing permanent teeth underneath. In addition, early tooth loss in primary teeth paves the way for orthodontic treatments.
When should the first dentist visit be for children?
The first dentist visit should be performed between the 6th month and 1 year of age when the first teeth begin to erupt, and the guidance of the pediatric dentist should be followed.