A Quick and Easy Guide to Maintain Your Child’s Oral Health
A Quick and Easy Guide to Maintain Your Child’s Oral Health
Early childhood is the prime time to establish a healthy
lifestyle. It is essential to integrate oral hygiene into the general health
habits of children from the beginning so they are conscious of their dental
care.
Tooth decay is commonly increasing in Indian children as more than
half of 6 years old are having tooth decay in baby teeth or adult teeth. Tooth decay not only destroys a tooth but also causes crowding problems in adult
teeth at a later stage. Thus, it is vital to care for your child’s teeth from
as early as they start teething.
ü Start Caring at an Early Age
·
Brushing teeth
twice a day with circular motions.
·
Praise your child
for brushing teeth itself as it will instill confidence in the child.
·
Replace the toothbrush
of your child every 3 months.
·
Supervise them in
flossing until they are 10 and demonstrate the process yourself.
ü Regular Dental Visits and Motivate Children for
Dental Check-Ups
ü Develop Healthy Eating Habits
·
They
should develop a balanced diet of fruits, vegetables, meats, and dry fruits to
ensure healthy teeth for children.
·
Minimize
the sugar intake like chocolates, cookies, toffees, etc.
· Avoid giving fast-food very often.
ü Making Oral Hygiene a Routine Habit Among Children
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