{"id":914,"date":"2019-02-02T01:19:35","date_gmt":"2019-02-02T01:19:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/?p=914"},"modified":"2020-07-21T15:23:03","modified_gmt":"2020-07-21T15:23:03","slug":"your-dentist-in-dublin-lists-5-ways-to-improve-your-childs-oral-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/your-dentist-in-dublin-lists-5-ways-to-improve-your-childs-oral-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Dentist in Dublin Lists 5 Ways to Improve Your Child&#8217;s Oral Health!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery alignleft columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/mother-and-child-dental-visit-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"915\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=915\" class=\"wp-image-915\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/mother-and-child-dental-visit-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/mother-and-child-dental-visit-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/mother-and-child-dental-visit-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>February has been designated as National Children\u2019s Dental\nHealth Month, and the goal of dentists around the country is for parents to place\na greater emphasis on their children\u2019s dental care. That\u2019s because it\u2019s the\nbest way to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">prevent<\/a>\nserious oral health issues. If you\u2019re unsure what habits need to be highlighted,\nthough, don\u2019t worry. Your dentist in Dublin offers 5 helpful tips to guide you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Dangers Facing Your Child<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The main threat to your child\u2019s oral health is bacteria\ngrowth. The organisms are always present in the mouth, but when food is eaten,\nthey scurry to the area where there are any leftovers. As they feed on them,\ncaustic substances are released that can eventually bore holes (cavities) into\nthe protective enamel (the hard, outer surface of the teeth).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human\nServices, the leading health challenge for children is cavity development. If\nnot addressed, these tiny holes can lead to even more serious complications\nlike gum disease, tooth loss and failed health in other parts of the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By taking preventive measures, though, these setbacks can be\navoided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 Ways to Prevent Tooth Decay<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to treating oral health issues, there is a\ntried and true method that works best for them all \u2013 prevention. As a rule of\nthumb, more effort should always be placed in the maintenance of excellent\ndental health instead of exhausting energy and resources to restore wellness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #1 \u2013 Encourage Proper Oral Care<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To stop bacteria before they can launch an attack on your\nchild\u2019s teeth and gums, it\u2019s important for him or her to brush and floss. The\ntwo processes work in tandem, as brushing removes the bulk of the debris. The flexible\nfloss, then, is able to maneuver into the tight spaces between the teeth to get\nthe stubborn plaque and particles that could otherwise work their way beneath\nthe gum line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #2 \u2013 Emphasize Frequency<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to performing excellent oral hygiene, it\u2019s key\nthat your child be consistent in his or her efforts. Because bacteria are so\nresilient, it\u2019s not enough to just clean the teeth once a day. At a minimum, oral\nhygiene sessions should be performed in the morning and at night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #3 \u2013 Limit Sugar Intake<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The most preferred food of bacteria is sugar. Thus, if you want\nto limit their growth, it\u2019s best to monitor your little one\u2019s consumption of such\nthings as snack foods, desserts, candy, juices and soda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #4 \u2013 Encourage Water Consumption<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Drinking water serves as a formidable defense against\nbacteria growth because it helps to flush away some of the remaining debris after\na meal. By contributing to maintaining adequate moisture, it also makes it\nharder for bacteria to survive because they prefer a warm, dry environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #5 \u2013 Maintain Regular Dental Visits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s no secret that your dentist is your main ally in\nyour quest to improve your child\u2019s oral health. Thus, you should be sure to take\nhim or her in for a visit every six months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The care received will aid in preventing tooth decay, gum\ndisease and other threats to your child\u2019s dental wellness. Your proactive efforts\nwill also leave you with the peace-of-mind of knowing that your little one has a\nhealthy future ahead!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Eric Buck is a graduate of The Ohio State University College of Dentistry. Throughout his career, he has maintained an ongoing commitment to provide patients of all ages with the absolute best in dental care so they can lead a happy and productive life. Dr. Buck provides preventive care at Distinctive Smiles, and he can be reached for more information through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>.  <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>February has been designated as National Children\u2019s Dental Health Month, and the goal of dentists around the country is for parents to place a greater emphasis on their children\u2019s dental care. That\u2019s because it\u2019s the best way to prevent serious oral health issues. 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