Recently, we discussed the importance of seeing your dentist twice a year for a checkup. These cleanings and examinations are important for patients of all ages. You can bring your little one in for their first visit as soon as their first tooth erupts, and they should continue seeing their dentist regularly for checkups following this initial appointment. In today’s blog, your Riverside, CA, dentist is here to explain what is included in pediatric checkups.
Checkups Help Maintain Their Smile’s Health
Dental checkups are important for patients of all ages. Your child’s very first appointment should happen around their first birthday or around the time they develop their very first tooth. At this initial appointment, the team will take time to get to know you and your child and help them feel comfortable with this part of their routine. Biannual appointments can take place every six months following their third birthday.
When your kid comes in for their cleaning and examination, our team will do their best to help them feel at ease. A hygienist will clean their teeth to remove plaque buildup, floss between them, and polish their pearly whites. Then, the dentist will examine their oral cavity to keep track of their smile’s growth and development. These visits help monitor your child’s growth and changes in their oral health.
Our Team Can Teach Your Child Tips To Improve Their Oral Hygiene
As your child grows up, they may want to do their oral hygiene routine by themselves. It can be difficult for your little one to thoroughly brush and floss by themselves each day. When they come in for their checkup, their hygienist may be able to see spots that have not been brushed properly and give them tips on improving this.
If your little one seems more susceptible to tooth decay, we may offer extra prevention with the help of dental sealants or a fluoride treatment. Fluoride can be applied topically after their teeth have been cleaned. This mineral helps restrengthen their enamel and prevent cavities from forming. Sealants are a barrier that can be used to protect their molars from food getting caught in the grooves. These extra protective measures help prevent cavities, but if one does occur, we offer dental fillings to restore your tooth after decay. This should be done as soon as possible to prevent the decay from worsening and harming their smile.
Preventive Care Keeps Your Child’s Smile Safe
Has your child had their first dental checkup yet? You can schedule a cleaning and examination with your nearest Riverside Dental Group team today.
Riverside Dental Group at Magnolia in Riverside, CA at (951) 689-5031.
Dental Associates of Moreno Valley in Moreno Valley, CA at (951) 697-6800.
Riverside Dental Group at Woodcrest (951) 776-9001
Oasis Family Dental in Temecula, CA at (951) 695-2290.
Dental Associates of Riverside in Riverside, CA at (951) 369-1001.
Dental Associates of Corona in Corona, CA at (951) 273-9580.
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