When Should Your Child Visit the Dentist?
Kids should visit the dentist once their first tooth starts coming in. However, don’t worry if your child is older than one and hasn’t visited the dentist. We will be happy to see your child when they come in for the first time!
What to Expect During the First Appointment
First dental appointment is called happy visit. At your child’s initial dental appointment, we will mostly discuss the following topics:
- Quick but thorough examination
- Customized treatment plan for preventive dental health
- Guidance that anticipates growth and development
- Talk about using pacifiers and sucking one’s thumb
- Dental trauma treatment and prevention
- Nutritional guidance
- Parental instruction
Preventive Pediatric Dental Treatments
The following are a few examples of the different kinds of preventative care procedures carried out in a kid-friendly dental practice:
Dental sealants: Dr. Aggarwal will apply a thin layer of translucent resin to your child’s teeth. Your child’s teeth’s deep grooves, where bacteria would often accumulate, are filled in by the sealant. Your child can eat without food actually touching and adhering to their enamel once the sealant has solidified. Your child’s teeth’s vulnerability to cavities may be decreased by this procedure.
Dental cleanings: Your child’s dental health depends on routine professional teeth cleanings. In order to attain the cleanest teeth possible, the dentist will use specialized procedures and instruments during these appointments to clean the child’s teeth. This is also an excellent chance for the dentist to identify dental abnormalities early on in order to minimize concerns down the road.
Fluoride: Fluoride helps fortify and shield the enamel of your child. As your youngster gets older, this treatment will maintain their enamel firm and prevent cavities. Our fluoride treatments guarantee that your child receives the full range of advantages from fluoride, promoting long-term dental health. Treatment with fluoride is beneficial for teeth in both adults and babies.
Tips for Parents to Take for Preventive Treatment at Home
- Brush your teeth with your children: When you brush your teeth, make it a ritual that they look forward to. Kids might see it as an opportunity to strengthen their relationship with their parents, and they’ll enjoy having the same experience as the person they most admire. You can also explain to your children the importance of specific patterns for oral health by talking to them about good teeth brushing procedures.
- Assist younger kids with tooth brushing: It may be difficult for very young children to clean their teeth by themselves. Until they can learn to do it on their own, you might need to hold the toothbrush for them. To help your kids look forward to the day when they can clean their own teeth, you may also use this time for teaching.
- Teach kids the significance of flossing: Flossing is frequently disregarded, particularly in young children. Ensure that your child understands the value of flossing, particularly that the best preventive results come from flossing once a day. They will be more motivated to floss if they witness you doing so. Keep in mind that your kids might need your assistance the first few times they floss.
- Eat a balanced diet: Sugar-filled foods can cause cavities. Certain vitamins and minerals may be lacking in your teeth as a result of eating unhealthily. To encourage healthier teeth and gums in your child, choose a diet rich in leafy greens and foods strong in vitamin C.