Kids need action to keep their teeth and gums healthy and strong, and we are proud to offer these services! From cleaning teeth every six months to sealants, we have ways to preserve little smiles. In today’s blog, Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA, talks about helping kids enjoy good oral health.
A Checkup and Cleaning for Kids
When was the last time your children saw the dentist? Have they ever been? To help protect little smiles from decay and infection, we recommend a visit every six months starting at around age two. During these visits, we talk to your little ones about the importance of caring for their smiles from home, and offer tips for better oral hygiene practices. Children who routinely see the dentist are less likely to have dental anxiety and more likely to continue seeking dental care on their own as adults.
We will examine the teeth with digital technology, making a diagnosis with precision and catching trouble in the early stages, often before teeth begin to ache. In the same visit, we will also clean the teeth, a process that removes plaque and tartar to help lower the risk of cavities, gingivitis, and even bad breath and teeth stains.
Fluoride and Dental Sealants
As part of our approach to children’s dentistry, our team will also offer treatments that can lower the risk of tooth decay. For example, we can apply fluoride to the teeth in a varnish form to help strengthen outer enamel and fight cavity risk. We also have dental sealants, which we apply to the rear molars that your little ones have trouble reaching when they brush and floss. The sealants act as a barrier so food and drink particles cannot be caught between the teeth, limiting cavity risk for months or even years at a time! For both, application only takes seconds and kids just need to avoid food and drink for about a half-hour as the material cures.
Discussing Better Brushing and Flossing
As we mentioned above, kids caring for their teeth on their own at home is also crucial for good oral health. We want to talk to them about how to brush their teeth properly, and the importance of doing so when they wake up and then again before bed, for two minutes each time. We also recommend a fluoride toothpaste. Kids need to floss every evening before they brush that second time as well. If you have any questions about children’s dentistry, please reach out to our team today!
Dental Impressions Provides Children’s Dental Care
We want to help children of all ages maintain their best possible smiles. To schedule an appointment for your children, then call Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA today at (515) 965-0230.
