Here ’ s what could happen if you neglect your kids ’ dental health . Your children could develop :
DENTAL HEALTH The consequences of neglecting your children ’ s dental health
Poor oral hygiene can have serious , long-term effects on your children ’ s health , and young kids don ’ t usually have the maturity or dexterity to take care of their own teeth . Therefore , it falls on parents to help children maintain healthy teeth and gums .
• Gum disease
• Painful cavities
• Sensitive teeth
• Dental abscesses
• Persistent bad breath
• Tooth decay
Dental treatments can be expensive , time consuming and at times unpleasant . To avoid unwanted trips to the dentist , it ’ s important to teach your kids good habits and monitor your little ones to ensure they properly brush their teeth .
To help keep your children ’ s teeth healthy , make an appointment for a cleaning and checkup at a dental clinic near you .
DID YOU KNOW ? Cavities in baby teeth must be treated . This is because dental decay is caused by bacteria , which can spread and damage teeth growing below the gumline .
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304-683-4304 Jeremiah Miller , DO
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