How to prevent tooth decay in children?

PREVENTING TOOTH DECAY IN CHILDREN

Tooth decay is becoming a major dental problem in young children. Tooth decay is preventable. Our dentists at Heritage Dental Group always discuss how to prevent tooth decay and how to regularly follow oral hygiene routines. Our dental team will work together and support you to prevent dental decay with the help of regular oral hygiene and developing good eating habits.

Our team at Heritage Dental Group believes in teaching and training kids in good oral hygiene from an early age. Our team is experienced and work with you to make your child’s dental visit comfortable and informative. Good oral hygiene along with nutricious food and regular dental visits can help prevent the decay and save smiles. Our experienced team of dentists always suggest ways to prevent decay before it starts.

WHAT IS TOOTH DECAY?

Tooth decay or cavity is damage to tooth structure. It happens when decay causing bacteria in your mouth make acid that attacks the tooth surface or tooth enamel. Tooth enamel is the hard outer shell of your tooth. If tooth decay is left untreated it can result in the formation of a hole in the tooth, pain, infection or loss of tooth. The enamel layer on baby teeth is much thinner and softer which means they are at greater risk of tooth decay.

Early childhood cavities or decay develop over a period of time and it is sometimes difficult for parents to detect it at the early stages. Our dentists at Heritage Dental Group always encourage parents to keep children’s dental visits regular. Always check your child’s teeth while assisting them with brushing and flossing, if you see anything unusual, please see your dentist. Do not leave it until it hurts or gives discomfort to the child.