Is dragging your child to see your dentist worth it? 5 reasons it is from our friendly dentists at Northern Beaches Dental

If you have a child or children, then you will want to do what is best for their general overall health.

And, as unpopular as it may make you, this includes getting them to attend regular dental check-ups.

In Australia, it is advised that you get your child to attend a dental appointment by the time their first tooth has come through. There are many reasons for this; firstly, it allows for them to get used to dental professionals and it also helps you learn how to care for their teeth.

At Northern Beaches Dental, we are always eager to help parents care for their children’s teeth. Our dentist Mackay can show you how to ensure that your children receive the best dental care possible while teaching them the importance of good oral hygiene. And of course, we make it fun, so they will develop a healthy association with dental care and not become an anxious or avoidant patient in their adult years!

So, what are some of the reasons to get your child to see our dentist Mackay as early as possible? Read on to find out!

Reduces cavities

The enamel on children’s teeth is thinner than the enamel on adult teeth. Mix that with regular sweets and you have a problem!

One key way to reduce cavities and decay is to have your child visit our dentist Mackay from an early age to show them how to take care of their teeth and to teach them why sugary and acidic foods are bad. Education is one of the aims of our team and it also helps them to learn about their general health too!

Prevents gum disease

Sweets plus poorer brushing can lead to gum disease, even in young children.

And should our team spot an issue with periodontal disease with your child, we will be able to prescribe acid neutralising mouthwash and toothpaste, while also removing excess plaque. Without regular check-ups, children can lose their teeth to gum disease, so it’s well worth a 5-minute check-up!

Orthodontics

One benefit of having early years dental appointments is that it allows our team to prevent orthodontic issues.

Typically, this will occur around the age of 7, but with modern technology, we can predict orthodontic issues and prepare for them, so your child won’t have to wear orthodontics or metal braces for an extended period.

Comfort

We have brushed on this earlier in the article, but a key reason for your children to visit our team early in life is to allow them to feel comfortable with not only us, but the dental surgery environment too.

Early exposure to a dental team helps your child to become accustomed to check-ups and studies have found that this equates to better oral health later in life.

Long term habits

By having your child attend check-ups every 6 months, it helps them to build good habits surrounding dental care and oral health.

They are more likely to attend appointments as adults, reducing serious dental problems.

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