End of Your Child’s Dental Visit

It is so important to visit your regular dentist, Dr. Anna Lee so she can help make sure there are no underlining problems with your child’s smile. That you child is not grinding their teeth or that broken or cracked teeth are properly taken care of. Once she has finished her exam, the care you need to take for your child’s smile is not over. Here are 6 things you should do after your child’s dental exam.

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                                                      Review and discuss the findings of the exam

    Learn how to clean your child’s teeth

     Receive advice of home care, oral hygiene, diet and use of toothpaste

    

 Know what to expect as your child grows and develops in the coming month

      

 Schedule a 6 months checkup and hygiene appointment

Reward the child a prize, stickers, crayons, key chains and age appropriate toys, for being such an excellent patient

For more information on how to keep your smile healthy or for other tips, contact Dr. Lee and her team.

Why Does Nutrition Affect Oral Health?

Nutrition is critical to the overall health of your mouth. The food you consume everyday is a vital element to your smile. Dr. Anna Lee, recommends consuming healthy foods to help keep your smile in tip-top shape.

A poor diet can lead to gum disease and tooth decay.  Researchers believe that tooth decay progresses faster and is more prevalent in people with poor nutrition.  Foods high in carbohydrates, sugars and starches contribute to the production of plaque acids that attack the tooth enamel. These acids cause tooth enamel to break down and cause tooth decay.

Contact Dr. Anna Lee & her team today for more information.