Children's dental care is not only important for the teeth, but also for your child's general health. To ensure that your child keeps a bright smile, we have put together five essential tips for you. After all, we want our little ones to grow up healthy and happy.
One area that we often overlook is dental care. But wait! Before you think, "Yeah, yeah, I know...", please read on. There are some things that may be new to you that can help your child have a lifelong, bright smile.
Milk teeth are not just placeholders for permanent teeth. They play a key role in your child's health and development. Healthy milk teeth not only help with chewing and speaking, but also influence your child's self-confidence. Who doesn't want a confident child with a radiant smile?
1st Start early: The Basics of Dental Care
If you think that dental care only begins with the first tooth, you are a little off the mark. In fact, you should start gently massaging your baby's gums even earlier. This can not only help with teething, but also get your child used to the feeling of brushing. And as soon as the first tooth appears, a new chapter begins: choosing the right toothpaste and toothbrush. Fluoride toothpaste protects the teeth, and a soft, child-friendly toothbrush ensures gentle brushing.
2nd Choosing the right toothpaste: Why Fluoride is so Important
Toothpaste containing fluoride protects teeth from cavities. As soon as the first tooth appears, you should start with a pea-sized amount. Make sure the toothpaste is ADA-approved and does not contain harsh chemicals or sugar.
3. Regular dental visits: Prevention instead of cure
Your child should have their first visit to the dentist as soon as the first tooth appears or by their first birthday at the latest. Yes, you read that right. The first visit to the dentist should take place by their first birthday at the latest. This is less about intensive treatment and more about prevention and getting to know this new environment. For your child, a visit to the dentist should be as natural as going to the pediatrician. A good pediatric dentist can identify problems early on and give you valuable tips.
4th Healthy eating: Food for strong teeth
Diet plays a big role in dental health. Foods rich in vitamins and minerals strengthen tooth enamel. Try to avoid sugary snacks and drinks, as they increase the risk of tooth decay.
5th Learning through Play: Dental care can be fun
Your child will probably prefer brushing their teeth if it is fun. Use fun toothbrushes, play music while brushing, or let your child choose their own toothpaste.
Additional tip: Mouthwash for older children
As your child gets older, mouthwash such as our emmi-dent mouthwash Ice Fresh help to provide additional protection for the teeth. In any case, make sure that mouthwash for older children is always alcohol-free.
Children's dental care: the basis for a lifelong radiant smile
Healthy baby teeth not only affect functions such as chewing and speaking, but also lay the foundation for permanent teeth. While some make the mistake of underestimating the importance of baby teeth because they will eventually fall out, responsible parents understand their essential role in dental health. It is the parents' responsibility to teach their child the importance of oral hygiene and establish an effective care routine.
Our emmi-dent ultrasonic toothbrush, especially our emmi®-dent ultrasonic toothbrush Go with attachment S, can be an invaluable help. With advances in technology and research, the options for children's dental care are getting better and better. After all, our mission is clear: we want not only ourselves, but also our children to go through life with a healthy and radiant smile.
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