Dental advices for children by toothbeary.co.uk? If you looking for a trusted, well respected children’s dentist in London offering top quality and affordable space maintainers for kids then we can help. The primary molars maintain the space for the permanent teeth. If a primary molar is lost prematurely, fixed or removable space maintainers can take over this important function. A fixed space maintainer is made of non-allergic stainless steel and permanently attached to the neighbouring teeth. Once the permanent tooth grows into the space, the maintainer will be removed. A removable space maintainer should be worn at least 14 hrs (mostly during the night). Following the extraction, an impression will be taken and sent to a dental laboratory. The removable space maintainer will be custom made and your child will be able to choose a colour. If desired, a false tooth can be added (aesthetic space maintainer). Read extra details Paediatric space maintainers.
Introduce mouthwash as part of the regular routine from the age of six (not before). Be sure to use a product made especially for kids. Supervise them at all times to ensure they don’t swallow the mouthwash. To check your child is ready to use mouthwash, I recommend giving them a sip of water, swish around their mouth, and spit it out into the sink. If they can handle swishing and spitting out water, they should be able to handle mouthwash.
Ditch the Pacifier by Age 2 or 3: There are lots of good reasons to let your child use a pacifier, but in the long term it can affect how his teeth line up. It can also change the shape of the mouth. Talk to your doctor if he’s still using a pacifier past age 3.
Always treat cavities. Kids get cavities, too, and it’s important to treat them, even in baby teeth. Untreated cavities cause pain, infections, speech impediments, and other serious problems, so make sure to treat cavities right away. Forming good habits early and scheduling regular dentist visits are the best ways to protect your child’s dental health. If you have questions about dental health for kids, schedule an appointment.
Summer dental tip : As the parent, you have control over what foods find their way into your grocery cart. Save the really sugary foods for special events, such as the Fourth of July or a family member’s birthday. Learning that sweets are a “sometimes food” is one of the best life lessons you can give your child. If your child has a stubborn sweet tooth, you can substitute the really sugary stuff for all-fruit popsicles or yogurt in fun flavors such as root beer or strawberry cheesecake. Be sure to talk to your child’s pediatric dentist for more advice on limiting sweets.
Remind your child to brush twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste for a full two minutes which not only fights cavities and strengthens teeth, but also gives older kids the confidence of having fresh breath. A power toothbrush might make brushing more fun for preteens. Flossing is extremely important at this point as most permanent teeth have erupted and cleaning between them will help prevent cavities and keep their mouth fresh. Encourage children who play sports to wear a mouth guard to protect their teeth from injuries. Make sure kids who wear braces use a power brush and floss very thoroughly to avoid white spots on teeth when braces come off.
Brush with your Child: Experts say that children should learn to brush their teeth from the age of two, with assistance from their parents. Good dental hygiene at an early age will fend off plaque, cavities, and many major dental problems they might experience later on in life. A healthy oral hygiene routine includes a full mouth cleaning at least once a day which includes brushing, flossing and using mouthwash. The best way to teach oral hygiene is to join your child in his brushing routine. Children look up to their parents. This is why leading by example is the best way to teach them proper dental care habits. Brush your teeth in front of your child and have them brush theirs too. While brushing together show your child good brushing techniques. By teaching them how to brush properly, they will learn to do it on their own.
Our modern and innovative treatments are all tailored to the carefully considered and assessed individual needs of your child. Read more about what will happen in your child’s first visit to the dentist. We provide modern cutting-edge paediatric dentistry with a quality that ensures optimal results for a long-term effect. The purpose of all our treatments is to provide your child with acute, concise dental care that fulfils their oral health needs with the aim of lifelong oral health. We provide you with the best in caries risk assessment, oral hygiene sessions including tooth brushing school and saliva testing, white restorations, white and silver crowns, endodontics for baby and adult teeth, extractions and space maintainers if needed, paediatric prostheses, sports guards, orthodontics even in primary dentition, speech therapy, trauma clinic. Read additional details https://www.toothbeary.co.uk/.