5 TIPS FOR KIDS DENTAL HEALTH

It is important to impart proper dental care habits to the kids as soon as possible. If you are successful in

imparting good dental care habits, your child won't face any dental problems in

later stages of life. Take your child to your trusted dentist once every six

months.

IMPART PROPER DENTAL CARE HABITS

Flouride toothpaste must be used for the kid as it helps to control and

prevent tooth decay. For children under 3, fluoride toothpaste should ideally contain 1350 to 1500 ppm of

fluoride (just a smear of thin film that covers less than three-quarters

of the brush. Parents and adult supervision is needed.

OPT FOR FLOURIDE TOOTHPASTE

It is important to ensure that the kids brush their teeth properly so they can carry good habits and techniques throughout life. As a parent, you need to use easy steps and explain correct way of holding the brush and move it over the teeth.

PROPER BRUSHING TECHNIQUE

Flossing is a critical factor for good dental health as it helps to remove particles that are stuck between the teeth which brushing activity missed. Flossing should ideally start when last two molar come together which usually occurs around the age of three.

FLOSSING

A good nutritious diet can lead to good dental care. Hidden sugars in beverages and foods can cause cavities. Instead, make them switch to real juices, fruits so that the likelihood of cavities may come down. Other foods to avoid are: sticky, acidic, foods that have low nutritional value, and supersized foods that can injure your jaw.

EAT HEALTHY FOOD