Can You Do Even More to Protect Your Kids’ Smiles?

Posted October 20, 2016

Do you ever wonder if there is more you should be doing, as a parent, to help ensure your kids enjoy great oral health as they grow? While you may already be taking lots of steps to ensure your kids health and safety in other areas of life, such as insisting they eat green vegetables, not just French fries, and that they always wear their helmets when riding their bikes, what are you doing to help them maintain lovely and healthy smiles? Developing good dental habits as a child, is a great way to grow up enjoy the benefits of a healthy smile. Fortunately, there are several simple steps you can take to ensure your own kids learn about the importance of dental hygiene and regular dental checkups, when it comes to protect the teeth and gums from cavities, gum disease, and other common oral health threats.

What Are They Doing to Care for Their Smiles, Daily?

Developing a great dental hygiene routine is one relatively simple way your whole family can better protect your smiles. While most people consistently brush their teeth, far fewer are diligent about flossing their teeth everyday. This is a shame, since flossing helps to remove much of the plaque bacteria and food particles that brushing can leave behind, due to the toothbrush bristles being unable to reach into the tiny crevices between the teeth.

So, from a young age it is important to teach your kids how to both brush and floss properly. Just remember, you should also be setting a good dental example by doing the same!