{"id":518,"date":"2019-02-05T14:44:51","date_gmt":"2019-02-05T14:44:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/?p=518"},"modified":"2019-03-26T14:45:06","modified_gmt":"2019-03-26T14:45:06","slug":"your-family-dentist-in-virginia-beach-offers-advice-on-how-to-teach-your-child-good-oral-habits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/your-family-dentist-in-virginia-beach-offers-advice-on-how-to-teach-your-child-good-oral-habits\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Family Dentist in Virginia Beach Offers Advice on How to Teach Your Child Good Oral Habits"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/AdobeStock_77437381__1553610984_92918-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"child in dentist's chair pretending to brush teeth mold\" class=\"wp-image-519\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/AdobeStock_77437381__1553610984_92918-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/AdobeStock_77437381__1553610984_92918-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/AdobeStock_77437381__1553610984_92918.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Does your child try to skip out on doing the basics like brushing and flossing? It\u2019s almost scary to wonder if they\u2019ll ever grow out of not caring for their oral hygiene. As a parent, all you want is a happy and healthy future for your loved one. Your family dentist in Virginia Beach can ease a little bit of that burden by providing you with essential habits to add to your child\u2019s oral routine, and small ways to make dental hygiene a positive and exciting part of their day.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Establish the Basics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You probably make sure your child brushes their teeth every\nmorning and night. But there are other essential activities you should\nincorporate into their daily routines to make sure they protect themselves from\ndeveloping cavities and gum disease:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Floss between your teeth at least once a day.<\/li><li>Use mouthwash after brushing. There are many out\nthere, so it\u2019s a great idea to have your dentist recommend one that is antibacterial\nand gentle for younger smiles.<\/li><li>Brush or scrape your tongue every time you brush\nyour teeth to ensure you don\u2019t develop bad breath. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are all essential to their daily health and can help\nthem maintain their best smile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Importance of Semi-Annual Dentist Cleanings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if your child\u2019s first tooth just came in, it\u2019s still\nimportant to take them to the dentist for their semi-annual checkup. Not only\ndoes this keep you up to date on the status of your child\u2019s oral health, but it\nalso helps to build a positive relationship between your child, their dental\nroutines and their dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s important to not wait until something noticeable is\nwrong to go to the dentist. If you\u2019re proactive and keep up with their\ncheckups, it can be the answer to keeping a small problem like a cavity from\nturning into a big one, like an infection. In the long run, this can save you\nsignificant amounts of time and money and can drastically lower your child\u2019s\nneed for any kind of extensive treatments. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Making Oral Hygiene Fun<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although the basics are simple tasks, from a child\u2019s\nperspective, they can be tedious and the one thing that\u2019s keeping them from\nplaying outside with their friends. That\u2019s why it\u2019s always a good idea to\ndevelop fun ways to make these tasks a little more enjoyable. There are quite a\nfew oral hygiene products for kids that you could find online or at your local\ngrocery store that would help create a positive association for your child and their\ndental health:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If your child refuses to brush their teeth, you\ncould get finger puppet toothbrushes that are colorful and exciting. <\/li><li>Flossing regularly can significantly improve\nyour child\u2019s health and is an effective way to remove debris from between\nteeth. Instead of the regular, difficult to use string of floss, there are\nminiature nunchuck-shaped flossers that comes with fun things like trading\ncards. <\/li><li>An exciting toothbrush holder could be the one\nthing that\u2019s encouraging your child to reach for what\u2019s inside it, so it may be\na good idea to get one that talks and coaches your child as they\u2019re brushing. Alternatively\nyou could just get one with their favorite pattern or characters on it. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While these are some good ways to\nspice up your child\u2019s routine, it is still important to remember to schedule\nyour semi-annual cleanings at your dentist in Virginia Beach. As a parent,\nensuring that your child is healthy is the ultimate goal, so start with a\nstrong foundation of good oral habits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>About the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most important goal for our\ndentists at Smile by Design is to offer the compassionate care that brings\npatients through our doors. Helping a child achieve their beautiful smile and\nalso enjoy their visit is a challenge that we\u2019re ready to take on. We want to\nestablish true connections with you and your family while also providing you\nwith unmatched dental care. If you have any questions about scheduling your\nsemi-annual checkups please visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or contact\nus at (757) 499-9639.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Does your child try to skip out on doing the basics like brushing and flossing? It\u2019s almost scary to wonder if they\u2019ll ever grow out of not caring for their oral hygiene. As a parent, all you want is a happy and healthy future for your loved one. 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