It is important that children develop good oral habits so they can continue with these habits into adulthood and help them maintain healthy and clean teeth. It is commonly assumed that baby teeth are not as important because they will eventually fall out, but the condition of one's baby teeth can impact the development of their adult teeth!
It is suggested that a child's first dental appointment should be around the age of 1 (or when their first tooth start coming in). During the child's dental appointment, our Cornwall dentist will examine the condition of their teeth and gums. We will provide dental cleaning with topical fluoride and some information on how to continue good oral hygiene at home.
Some kids may have a fear of going to the dentist, so here are a few tips on how to help them overcome this fear:
During your child's first visit to our York Street Dental Centre, you can expect our Cornwall children's dentist to:
Our team at York Street Dental Centre is well experienced in children's dental care and is happy to provide dental services for all family members. Our York Street Dental team is committed to having great first dental visits and building lasting confidence and positive relationships with our dental professionals. Our Cornwall dentist, Dr. Topouzov, can accommodate dental care for children, adolescents, and special needs patients. If you or a family member requires special assistance, please do not hesitate to let us know.
Book a dental appointment for your child at our York Street Dental Centre in Cornwall today to get a full examination of your child's oral health.
Baby Teeth are very important. Babies and young children need strong and healthy teeth to enable the chewing of solid food and to aid in proper speech development. These teeth also serve as space maintainers for the developing and later-erupting permanent "Adult Teeth".
Premature loss of Baby Teeth leads to crooked and malaligned Adult Teeth.
Your newborn: From birth, before the eruption of any teeth, the baby's gums should be cleaned with a soft, wet cloth. When baby teeth start to emerge, you should clean them with a soft, wet brush and no toothpaste.
Pacifier use: when a pacifier is utilized to comfort the baby, always remember two things:
1. Never clean the pacifier in your mouth (to avoid the transfer of bacteria).
2. Never dip the pacifier in a sweetener, such as honey, maple syrup, sugar, etc.
Thumbsucking should be discouraged by the age of four.
This term commonly describes the eruption of the Baby Teeth (see above). "Teething" can be uneventful, but many parents report various symptoms, such as fever*, rashes*, drooling, irritability, and swollen gums. A cool cloth or teething ring can offer some relief. Pain relievers and desensitizing gels should only be used under the advice of a doctor.
Babies should be encouraged to drink from a cup, as they approach their 1st birthday. Parents should try to discontinue bottle feeding by 12-14 months of age.
By 3 years of age, children usually have all 20 of their Baby Teeth. Parents should have an active role in daily homecare. This should include:
Ideally, children should be limited to one snack between each meal. Water should be the drink of choice. Also, sticky sweet snacks should be avoided, as they stay in contact with the teeth for long periods of time.
Parents should examine their child's teeth regularly and make an appointment if they suspect something might be wrong. The first visit to a dental office should take place around the age of 1, even if everything appears normal.
We do encourage parents to bring the child earlier if only to explore with them during this first appointment. Such early visits will ensure a positive first experience and set the tone for a comfortable dentist/patent relationship of a lifetime.
Book a dental appointment for your child at our York Street Dental Centre in Cornwall today to get a full examination of your child's oral health.
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