Tips to Take Good Care of Your Kid’s Dental Health
Wondering how to develop good dental habits in the mind of your child? Read this write up now to find some useful tips that help you to take good care of your child’s teeth. Visit http://www.penrithdentalclinic.com.au/ for more information.
Wondering how to develop good dental habits in the mind of your child? Read this write up now to find some useful tips that help you to take good care of your child’s teeth. Visit http://www.penrithdentalclinic.com.au/ for more information.
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Step by Step Guide <strong>to</strong><br />
Build <strong>Your</strong> Kids' T eth<br />
<strong>Health</strong>y and Strong
Did you know?<br />
Nearly half <strong>of</strong> 8 year olds<br />
have visible signs <strong>of</strong> decay<br />
on their teeth.<br />
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Up <strong>to</strong> Two Years<br />
• Wiping your child’s gum line<br />
with a washcloth after<br />
feeding avoids plague buildup<br />
which is a common cause<br />
for <strong>to</strong>oth decay.<br />
• Before his/her first birthday<br />
schedule the first dental<br />
appointment and teach your<br />
kid brush twice a day.<br />
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3-5 Years<br />
• Help your child break thumbsucking<br />
and pacifier habits by<br />
age 4 and get used <strong>to</strong> the<br />
habit <strong>of</strong> visiting dentist every<br />
6 months.<br />
• Make sure your kid spits out<br />
after brushing and use only a<br />
pea sized amount <strong>of</strong> fluoride<br />
<strong>to</strong>othpaste.<br />
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6 <strong>to</strong> 9 Years<br />
• Teach <strong>to</strong> practice proper oral<br />
health habits and insist your<br />
child <strong>to</strong> brush and floss twice<br />
a day.<br />
• Pay special attention <strong>to</strong> the<br />
back teeth, which may have<br />
more plaque.<br />
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10 <strong>to</strong> 12 Years<br />
• Advice children who play<br />
sports <strong>to</strong> wear a mouthguard<br />
<strong>to</strong> protect their smile.<br />
• Constantly remind them that<br />
a healthy smile and fresh<br />
breath will help them look<br />
and feel their best.<br />
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Looking for a paediatric<br />
dentist in Penrith?<br />
Visit www.penrithdentalclinic.com.au<br />
Call: (02) 4721 7771<br />
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