{"id":81,"date":"2021-06-16T19:20:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-16T19:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.colleencaindmd.com\/blog\/?p=81"},"modified":"2021-07-16T19:20:47","modified_gmt":"2021-07-16T19:20:47","slug":"4-facts-childrens-dentistry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.colleencaindmd.com\/blog\/2021\/06\/16\/4-facts-childrens-dentistry\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Facts About Your Child\u2019s Dental Health"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"YoungLet\u2019s face it, children don\u2019t come with instruction manuals. Sure, you can find plenty of books and guides to support their physical and emotional development, but most resources don\u2019t contain much information about children\u2019s dentistry. Did you know the health of their mouth can either positively or negatively affect their body? Although you know they need to brush and floss, there are 4 lesser-known facts you should know to nurture your child\u2019s developing smile.<\/p>\n

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1. Tooth decay is more common than asthma.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although it\u2019s preventable, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates over 42% of children between ages 2 to 11 will have at least one cavity. As unbelievable as it might sound, cavities are 5 times more common than childhood asthma and over 20 more likely than diabetes. A solid oral hygiene routine and regular dental care will ensure tooth decay doesn\u2019t leave a lasting mark on their smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Fluoride can prevent cavities.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You can safeguard your child\u2019s teeth from cavities by encouraging brushing and flossing, limiting sweets, and maintaining semi-annual dental appointments. Did you know there\u2019s another step you could be taking to keep cavities at bay? Adding fluoride to your child\u2019s day can strengthen their enamel to make it more resistant to cavity-causing bacteria. Besides choosing fluoridated dental products, tap water is a great source of the mineral. Their dentist can also provide a fluoride treatment<\/a> during their routine visits to further strengthen their enamel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Candy isn\u2019t the only source of cavities.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You know you need to limit your child\u2019s consumption of sugary treats and drinks, but candy and cookies aren\u2019t the only contributors to decay. Breads and crackers contain starches that can also cause acid-producing bacteria that will erode their enamel. It\u2019s always best to choose healthy snacks, like low-fat cheese and fresh fruits or vegetables. If you give in to their sweet tooth, have them brush their teeth well after they have finished their treat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Children should see a dentist before their 1st<\/sup> birthday.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It might seem a bit young because your child only has a few teeth, but their dentist recommends meeting them before they turn one year old. Early dental care helps your child to feel comfortable when it\u2019s time to visit the dentist for stress-free appointments. It also allows their dental team to monitor their growing smile to detect any concerns while they are still small. They will provide the appropriate intervention while teaching your child the importance of caring for their teeth and gums. With the right care at home and from their dentist, they can enjoy a healthy smile that lasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Dr. Colleen R. Cain<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Cain<\/a> earned her dental degree at the Temple University in Philadelphia to treat patients of all ages, including children. She provides the gentle, compassionate care young smiles need to thrive. As a member of the American Dental Association and several other professional organizations, you can feel confident your child\u2019s smile is in good hands. Contact our office<\/a> today for an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Let\u2019s face it, children don\u2019t come with instruction manuals. Sure, you can find plenty of books and guides to support their physical and emotional development, but most resources don\u2019t contain much information about children\u2019s dentistry. Did you know the health of their mouth can either positively or negatively affect their body? Although you know they […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.colleencaindmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/81"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.colleencaindmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.colleencaindmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.colleencaindmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.colleencaindmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=81"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.colleencaindmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/81\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":83,"href":"https:\/\/www.colleencaindmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/81\/revisions\/83"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.colleencaindmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=81"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.colleencaindmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=81"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.colleencaindmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=81"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}