Children should see the dentist around the time of their first tooth. This enables your dentist in North York to monitor their oral development from the beginning.
Let’s explore the importance of early childhood dental care.
Oral Development in Toddlers: First Teeth and How to Help
Clean the gums with a damp cloth before your child’s first tooth erupts. When the first tooth erupts, it’s also important to clean that tooth. Additionally, you want to think about scheduling the first dental visit. At this stage, the dentist begins monitoring their oral development.
In the meantime, you can help your child with teething by providing a teething ring or using a store-bought gel that provides temporary numbing.
The Importance of Baby Teeth
Baby teeth may not seem very important. After all, they don’t stick around and are eventually replaced with permanent adult teeth. However, baby teeth are important in speech development and early chewing. They also hold spots open for emerging adult teeth.
When lost too soon, the absent baby teeth can impact speech, chewing, digestion, and the correct emergence of adult teeth.
First Dental Visit and Regular Care
Early dental visits familiarize your child with the dental office. They build trust between our dental team and your child. And it is always our aim to ensure your child enjoys coming to the dentist.
These initial visits allow us to see how teeth erupt and if any early interventions are necessary for ongoing oral health.
You should bring your child to the dentist every six months.
Diet and Impact of Sugary Foods and Drinks
Sugary foods and drinks can cause acids to form on teeth, which leads to tooth decay. Introducing a healthier diet or limiting your child’s intake of cavity-causing foods and beverages is best. A dental team member is happy to provide nutritional advice.
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Is it time for your child’s first dental visit? If so, contact our dental team today to schedule an appointment. We look forward to caring for your child’s smile!
