Today, dentists estimate that about 26% of U.S. adults are suffering from untreated tooth decay. This may have begun during their younger years and progressed into adulthood. It is, therefore, advisable to start taking your child for regular visits to a pediatric dentist. These visits are necessary to maintain your child’s oral health. Before you … Continued
Per the Center for Health and Health Care in Schools, up to 51 million hours of school time are lost every year because of dental-related illnesses. Another disturbing figure concerns cavities, with nearly 19% of children having untreated cavities between the ages of 2 and 19 according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. … Continued
Most children are susceptible to tooth decay, and it can be horrifying when you realize that your kid is developing dental issues, especially when there is something you could have done to prevent it. Sadly, some parents believe that brushing teeth and flossing are the only remedies to dental problems, but they don’t realize that … Continued
The main goal of teaching kids good oral habits is to help them avoid the array of diseases and conditions that affect the teeth and gums. Tooth decay is the most common oral issue encountered by pediatric dentists, with over 40% of children developing this dental condition before kindergarten. The reason being, children, are very … Continued
Dentistry is among the 10 most ethical and trusted professions in the United States. Good oral hygiene, along with professional treatment from a dentist, is essentially what any child needs to prevent tooth decay. Experts recommend that you should take your child to visit a dentist six months after their first tooth erupts. But apart … Continued
Dental care for kids is a sensitive issue for most parents. Children’s teeth are more prone to decay and cavities than adult teeth. The Center for Health and Health Care in Schools estimates kids lose over 51 million school hours every year due to dental-related illnesses. It is concerning that 40% of children across the … Continued
We’re all used to routine dentistry. In general, it’s recommended that people see a dentist for regular check-ups and cleanings every six months. During those cleanings, the teeth will usually be inspected, and there may be dental X-rays taken of the teeth to inspect them on a more internal level. Most of the time, the … Continued
Good oral hygiene practices are essential in taking care of your child’s teeth and gums. However, most parents come across a lot of misinformation, which leads to confusion on how best to take care of their kids’ teeth. You may receive lots of unsolicited advice on how to raise your child. Some of the information … Continued
There are a lot of factors for parents to consider when deciding on when to start taking their children to the dentist, as well as who they should take their children to see. The good news is that when choosing a dentist, you can know that dentistry is generally considered to be a highly trusted … Continued
Per the Center for Health and Health Care in Schools, nearly 51 million school hours have been lost annually due to dental illnesses. You certainly don’t want your child to miss school because they are having dental problems that could be painful and damaging to their overall health. Many kids tend to fear the dentist … Continued
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