{"id":284,"date":"2022-08-16T18:36:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-16T18:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.spirosaatidmd.com\/blog\/?p=284"},"modified":"2022-09-02T18:43:24","modified_gmt":"2022-09-02T18:43:24","slug":"back-to-school-4-tips-to-ace-your-dental-exam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.spirosaatidmd.com\/blog\/2022\/08\/16\/back-to-school-4-tips-to-ace-your-dental-exam\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Back to School Dental Exam Tips for Kids"},"content":{"rendered":"
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As summer comes to a close, kids across the country are getting ready to switch gears and prepare to go back to school. This means that their parents will be helping them collect the school supplies they need, find new outfits, and take care of last-minute appointments. This means taking a trip to the dentist\u2019s office. If you\u2019re the parent of a little one who\u2019s preparing to go back to school, read on for four tips that will help them ace their next dental appointment<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Tip #1: Practice Good Oral Hygiene<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your child doesn\u2019t practice good oral hygiene, this will raise their risk of developing cavities. Make sure to reinforce the importance of brushing once in the morning and once at night for two minutes each time. You should also have them use fluoride toothpaste to strengthen their pearly whites and a soft-bristled toothbrush to avoid enamel damage. Flossing each night before bed is also key, as it removes 40% of the plaque stuck on their smiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #2: Replace Your Child\u2019s Toothbrush<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once the bristles on your little one\u2019s toothbrush start to look frayed, that\u2019s a sign that it\u2019s time to get them a new one. As a general rule of thumb, they should be replaced every three to four months. You should also give your child a new toothbrush after getting over an illness so that they don\u2019t accidentally reinfect themself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #3: Give Them Healthy Foods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you pack your child\u2019s lunch, make sure to fill it with foods that promote a healthy, happy smile. A few good ones to include are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n