Dental caries are generally transferred from parents to their offspring and therefore, it is recommended to have all of your cavities extracted prior to having a baby. Newborns do not have the required microbes called streptococcus mutans that cause tooth cavities. Consequently, parents might want to think about completing all necessary oral health procedures prior to the birth of a child so there is less of likelihood of transference of strep mutans. Children who develop strep mutans later on in life and in smaller amounts will be less likely to develop cavities.
Infancy - During childhood, never set your child to sleep with a container of anything but water. Cavities and tooth sensitivity are mostly created by sweet drinks like fruit juices, and even milk.
Anytime Teeth Appear for the First Time - To be able to avoid early tooth caries, start brushing your child's teeth at least two times each day, as they emerge with tiny amounts of tooth paste. Developing a routine of cleaning once in the morning and once before bedtime will help form a healthy pattern that they will be able to continue throughout their lifetime.
At 25 weeks - At about six months of age, it might be determined by your oral health doctor, pediatrician, or family physician, if your child is receiving a proper amount of fluoride or if supplemental fluoride in required.
At 52 weeks - After your child's first birthday, they could start to receive semi-annual oral health exams in order to maintain optimal dental health for a lifetime.
When your youngster is roughly 7-8 years of age until 12, you might want to think about utilizing dental sealants to help prevent tooth caries. Sealants are typically recommended for back molars at the age of 6 and 12.
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