A Fresh Start To The New Year
We know that this is a busy time of year for many families. Your schedule is likely filled with preparing for the holidays, shopping, and keeping your kids entertained while they are on break for school. If you did not have time to stop by for an end of the year checkup before the holidays, don’t forget to plan a checkup at the beginning of the year. A checkup in January can help you ensure that your kids’ smiles are happy and healthy to start the new year. Your team at Pediatric Dental Care at Casa Linda in Dallas, TX, is here today to remind you to schedule a cleaning and examination for yourself and your kids.
Holiday Treats Can Lead To Cavities
Your little one has likely had plenty of candies and sweet treats between Halloween, Thanksgiving, and the end of the year holidays. While this can be an exciting time for your kiddos, it can put them at an increased risk for tooth decay. A few sweets from time to time is safe, but an abundance of sugary snacks can lead to cavities if you are not careful. We don’t want them to have to miss out on Christmas cookies and other treats, so be sure they are practicing a good oral hygiene routine and plan their next checkup as soon as possible.
Come In For A Checkup & Plan Restorations Now
The beginning of the year can be a great time to plan cleanings and examinations. Your kids may still be on winter break, meaning they won’t have to miss class or extracurricular activities. And this first visit of the year can ensure that they have a fresh start for 2025. During their checkup, their teeth will be professionally cleaned by the hygienist before the dentist looks for signs of cavities, gingivitis, and more. After this, their dentist can examine their smiles and adjust their treatment plan as necessary. By planning any necessary treatments ahead of time, you can be sure to get the most out of your dental benefits this year.
Avoid Toothaches & Other Emergencies
As mentioned earlier, an abundance of sweets during the holidays can lead to cavities if your little one is not practicing good preventive care. If their dentist sees signs of decay or a cavity has formed, restorative treatments like dental fillings can be used to repair and protect the area. Without this treatment, the decay can worsen and lead to a toothache. If your little one has a toothache that won’t go away, or they injure one of their pearly whites over the holidays, our team is here to help with emergency treatments.
Schedule Their Checkup Today!
Pediatric Dental Care at Casa Linda offers dental care for young patients. To learn more or schedule an appointment, call our Dallas, TX, team today at 214-321-4880 today.
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