Tooth decay is the most chronic childhood disease. It has been estimated that over 2.26 million school days are missed each year due to dental related issues. Teaching children early on the importance of brushing of their teeth can result in a lifetime of proper dental hygiene. The result may be fewer cavities throught their childhood and can lessen the chances of gum disease and other dental problems in the future.
It can be hard for parents to get their children excited about brushing their teeth. So it is important to find fun and easy ways to help them get in the habit of keeping up a good dental hygiene routine. It is even more so important to take your child to the dentist twice a year for check-ups. The dentist is trained spot potential problems that may arise. Your childs dentist can also give tips on how to keep your childs mouth at it's healthiest.
