{"id":223,"date":"2020-01-28T19:16:42","date_gmt":"2020-01-28T19:16:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/?p=223"},"modified":"2020-02-28T19:20:29","modified_gmt":"2020-02-28T19:20:29","slug":"3-simple-ways-to-protect-your-childs-teeth-and-gums","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/2020\/01\/28\/3-simple-ways-to-protect-your-childs-teeth-and-gums\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Simple Ways to Protect Your Child\u2019s Teeth and Gums"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/family_of_four__1560032409_86475.jpg\" alt=\"family of four happy about visiting the dentist\" class=\"wp-image-224\" width=\"300\" height=\"250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/family_of_four__1560032409_86475.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/family_of_four__1560032409_86475-300x249.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/family_of_four__1560032409_86475-768x638.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As a parent, it\u2019s natural for you to be concerned about every\naspect of your child\u2019s well-being, including his or her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/family-dentistry.html\">oral health<\/a>. Unfortunately,\nissues like dental caries (cavities) and periodontal (gum) disease are on the\nrise. Then, there is always the threat of an unexpected dental emergency occurring.\nSo what can you do to protect your child? As you continue reading, a local\ndentist provides 3 simple tips for maintaining excellent oral health and avoiding\ncomplex issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Regular Dental Exams<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that your\nchild visits the dentist every six months for checkups and cleanings. One of\nthe main benefits of these appointments is that they provide a way to identify\nany cavity development early. This is critical given that untreated tooth decay\ncan lead to the following problems:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Gum disease<\/li><li>Tooth loss<\/li><li>Premature hypertension and heart disease<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The more proactive you are about maintaining these visits,\nthe better your child\u2019s total wellness will be now and in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Education<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Semi-annual appointments also provide an opportunity for the\nentire family to become better educated about how to improve their oral health.\nThis may include technique tips for more productive brushing and flossing, as\nwell as product recommendations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The dentist and staff will also welcome the innate inquisitive\nnature of your child; thus, they\u2019ll be more than happy to answer any questions\nhe or she may have. After all, that\u2019s how kids learn. The more productive these\nsessions are, the more assured you can be that your child will be compliant, even\nwhen you\u2019re not around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mouthguards for Sports<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your child is involved in any type of sporting event,\nthere is always the chance of a sudden collision that could lead to a broken or\ndislodged tooth. Either scenario is considered a dental emergency, something no\nparent wants his or her child to be involved in. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you visit the dentist, ask about a custom mouthguard\nbeing designed. It works similar to the bumper on your vehicle, helping to\nabsorb the pressure of any impact and directing it away from your child\u2019s teeth.\nFurthermore, by being custom designed to fit perfectly, the mouthguard will\nprovide the maximum protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to shore-up your child\u2019s dental health and\ncreate positive habits that will follow him or her into adulthood, then now is\nthe time to act. By making children\u2019s dentistry a priority, you can have the\npeace-of-mind of knowing that a bright and happy future is just around the\ncorner!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Frank Michitti is a graduate of The Ohio State University\nCollege of Dentistry. So that he can provide the expert care that families need,\nhe has since gone on to achieve Mastership status in the Academy of General Dentistry\nand complete courses at the prestigious Dawson Academy in Florida. Dr. Michitti\nhelps children achieve excellent oral health at Lifetime Dental, and he can be\nreached for more information through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As a parent, it\u2019s natural for you to be concerned about every aspect of your child\u2019s well-being, including his or her oral health. Unfortunately, issues like dental caries (cavities) and periodontal (gum) disease are on the rise. Then, there is always the threat of an unexpected dental emergency occurring. 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