Your Child's First Visit

Your child's first "regular" dental visit should happen around the time he or she turns three. In most cases, the first visit to the dentist is brief and involves little treatment. We may ask you to sit on the dentist's chair and hold your child during the examination. You may also be requested to wait for a portion of the appointment in the reception area so that your child and the dentist may get to know one another.

The teeth and gums of your youngster will be gently inspected. X-rays (to identify decay and track the growth of your child's permanent teeth beneath the gums) may be obtained. Your child's teeth may be cleaned, and topical fluoride applied to lessen the chances of your kid suffering from cavities. We'll make sure your child receives enough fluoride at home. Most significantly, we will discuss with you how to properly clean and care for your child's teeth.

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What Should You Know About Your Kid's First Visit?

This is a question we are frequently asked. Your child's reaction to his first dentist visit might surprise you. We propose that you prepare your child in the same way as you would for a first haircut or a trip to the shoe store.

Find Out The First Visit Tips

Take your child to the dental office for a "tour."

You and read storybooks to your child about a dental visit.

Review with them what the dentist will be doing on their first appointment.

Talk about your own positive experiences of visiting a dentist.

During Your First Visit, The Dentist Will:

Examine your teeth, gums, and mouth.

Identify bad behaviors such as thumb sucking.

Inspect the teeth to discover if fluoride treatment is required.

Teach your child how to floss and brush his/her teeth.

Make a recommendation for a dental visit schedule that is consistent.

What About Preventative Care?

Tooth decay and children no longer have to go hand in hand. In our dental office in Chicago, we place a high value on all aspects of preventive care. To safeguard your child's teeth, we employ the most up-to-date dental sealant technology. Dental sealants are space-age polymers that are applied to the chewing surfaces of deteriorating back teeth. This is just one of the ways we'll lay the groundwork for a lifetime of good dental health for your child.

Cavity Prevention

Cavities are usually caused by a diet high in sugary food items and a lack of brushing. Sugar should be consumed in moderation, and teeth should be brushed on a regular basis. The longer your child chews his or her food, and the residue lingers on his or her teeth, the more likely he or she is to acquire cavities.

As carbohydrates are digested, the bacteria in a person's mouth cause an acidic reaction. It takes roughly 20 minutes to complete this reaction. The corrosive environment can eat away the tooth structure during this time, generating cavities. 

Saliva consistency is also essential; thinner saliva breaks apart and washes away food faster. Saliva thickens when a person eats a high-carbohydrate, high-sugar diet, allowing more acid-producing bacteria to flourish, which can lead to cavities.

Tips To Prevent Cavity

Meals and snacks should not be consumed very frequently.

Make sure to encourage flossing, brushing, and using a mouthwash.

Try and be careful about the intake of child beverages.

Give your child as little sticky food as possible.

Include more nutritious food items in their daily diet.

The bottom two front teeth are the first teeth to emerge from the gums. You'll notice this when your baby is around 6-8 months old. The four upper front teeth will erupt next, followed by the rest of your baby's teeth. They usually appear in pairs along the sides of the jaw until the child is about 2½ years old.

By the time your child is two and a half years old, he or she should have all 20 teeth. Between the ages of 5 and 6, the first permanent teeth will erupt. Permanent teeth replace baby teeth in certain cases, but not in others. Don't be concerned if some teeth come in a few months early or late; every child is different.

Baby teeth are vital because they help with chewing, biting, speaking, and appearance, as well as a holding room for permanent teeth. As a result, it is critical to follow a balanced diet and practice good hygiene on a daily basis.

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