{"id":602,"date":"2020-02-07T22:57:44","date_gmt":"2020-02-07T22:57:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/?p=602"},"modified":"2020-02-27T22:58:05","modified_gmt":"2020-02-27T22:58:05","slug":"its-time-to-celebrate-national-childrens-dental-health-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/its-time-to-celebrate-national-childrens-dental-health-month\/","title":{"rendered":"It\u2019s Time to Celebrate National Children\u2019s Dental Health Month!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"214\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/AdobeStock_125813337__1581969044_95093-300x214.jpg\" alt=\"Smiling young boy excited to see his family dentist in Virginia Beach\" class=\"wp-image-603\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/AdobeStock_125813337__1581969044_95093-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/AdobeStock_125813337__1581969044_95093-768x548.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/AdobeStock_125813337__1581969044_95093.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Did you know that February is National Children\u2019s Dental Health\nMonth? Every February since 1941, dental experts and healthcare professionals use\nthis time of year to promote the importance of children\u2019s oral health and great\ndental habits. It\u2019s the perfect time to take a moment between buying flowers\nand chocolates to appreciate your little one\u2019s smile and teach them how to take\ncare of it. Here are some healthy habits from your family dentist in Virginia\nBeach to teach your child in celebration of National Children\u2019s Dental Health\nMonth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Make Oral Healthcare Exciting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It can be challenging to get your son or daughter to\nregularly brush their teeth if they feel like it\u2019s a chore. You can make this\nhealthy routine a little more exciting and engaging for them by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Playing two minutes of their favorite catchy\nsong as they brush their teeth.<\/li><li>Choosing a toothbrush with their favorite\ncharacter on it or a fun-flavored toothpaste.<\/li><li>Creating a goal-tracker to keep them engaged and\nmotivated.<\/li><li>Being a great role model and brushing your teeth\nwith them!<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choose Smile-Friendly Snacks Over Sugary Ones<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Did you know that tooth decay is the single most common\nchronic childhood illness? Unfortunately, most snacks and drinks marketed for children\nare full of sugar. Snacking on chips, cookies, soda, and even fruit juice throughout\nthe day fuels the formation of cavities, which have no problem eating through the\nweaker enamel of your child\u2019s baby teeth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s why it\u2019s so important to teach your son or daughter\nthe difference between sugary and smile-friendly snacks. In fact, some foods will\neven improve their oral health while lowering their risk of cavities. These\ninclude cheese, fish, raw vegetables, oranges, broccoli, and nuts, which can\nfortify their enamel and protect their gums. Instilling healthy eating choices\nearly in your little one\u2019s life will help them keep their smile healthy and\ncavity-free for years to come. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Associate Dental Visits with Good Memories<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you wait to introduce your son or daughter to their\ndentist until they have a toothache or cavity, it\u2019s likely they\u2019ll be reluctant\nto come back. On the other hand, getting a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/family-dentistry.html\">simple, routine\ndental checkup<\/a> early in life allows your child to get used to all the new\nsights, sounds, and friendly faces of their dentist\u2019s office. Dental experts agree\nthat a child should meet their dentist by their first birthday to get their\noral health off to a great start. When your little one has a positive first\nimpression of their Virginia Beach dentist, they\u2019ll be more likely to continue\ngetting checkups as they grow. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This February, get your son or daughter excited about taking\ncare of their oral hygiene. The habits you instill in them now will help set\nthem up for years of happy, healthy smiles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>At Smile By Design in Virginia Beach, VA, we\u2019re dedicated\nto providing excellent oral healthcare and an enjoyable experience for the\nentire family. We want to help keep your smile beautiful and healthy for years\nto come, which is why we encourage our patients to get dental checkups every\nsix months. Regular cleanings and early detection are the best ways for us to\ntreat small problems before they become larger issues! If you have more\nquestions about your child\u2019s oral health, we would be happy to chat with you\nvia our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>\nor <strong>(757) 499-9639. <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that February is National Children\u2019s Dental Health Month? Every February since 1941, dental experts and healthcare professionals use this time of year to promote the importance of children\u2019s oral health and great dental habits. 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