Want your child to grow up with a bright, happy smile? You don't have to visit the dentist. Here are 5 tips you can use at home every day:
1. Help kids brush two times a day with fluoride toothpaste. Children who do this tend to develop fewer cavities.
2. Decrease consumption of juice and other sugary drinks. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends less than 6 oz of juice a day.
3. Encourage snacking on fresh fruits and vegetables. Processed foods contain starches and simple sugars, which are more likely to cause tooth decay.
4. Seal out tooth decay. Sealants on permanent molars have are have proven to be an effective way to decrease tooth decay.
5. Establish a dental home for your child to encourage a lifetime of preventive care seeking behavior.
As your pediatric dentist in Tucson, we want to help you take care of your child's teeth all year round. Feel free to call us and ask us questions anytime.
About Northwest Children's Pediatric Dentists
Dr. Norman Bunch and Dr. Jennifer Marshall are a husband and wife team providing general dentistry for kids in Tucson, Oro Valley, Marana, Oracle, and surrounding areas. Northwest Children's Dentistry provides top-notch care for toddlers, children, teens, and special needs children as your local Tucson dentist. If you’re looking for a kids dentist in Tucson, contact us today!