Children how to prevent dental caries

Injury most frequent in the world, caries especially do not permanent teeth to settle in the mouth of your child. With Halloween, our little suckers have swallowed a lot of sweets which may cause the appearance of dental infections. Let us all what it is ...

What is it?
The cavity is an attack on the enamel then the ivory of the tooth by microbes that feed on food debris and particularly sugar.

If the strength of teeth depends largely on heredity, so do not underestimate the importance of food and care.

Brushing your teeth properly
From 2 years, your child has many teeth. At this age, it is high time to brush teeth. And, above all, to get to the brush alone.

Have him choose his toothbrush. That will probably motivate to use it. Indications of age are written on the packaging of the brush.

For the toothpaste, choose the specially designed for small. Again check the tube or packaging to know what age appropriate.

More than a fad or fancy, toothpaste for children are determined, including fluorine, to suit the small teeth. In addition, they offer flavors that appeal to toddlers. With the aim of encouraging them to wash their teeth regularly ...

Regularly, ie at least every morning after breakfast and especially every night before bed. But ideally, if this course fits your organization daily, it was after every meal, he must brush your child's teeth. But of course, lunch, school, it is hardly possible. Hence the importance of proper brushing end of the day.

A supplement of fluoride ...
Wash your teeth is good but to help the mineralization of teeth and fight against the proliferation of bacteria responsible for cavities, pediatricians advise fluoride supplements until the age of 7 years.

Drops or tablets, the dose is determined by the World Health Organization, by age and weight of the child.

Another recommendation: no more sugar after dental cleaning! Otherwise, the effect would be completely brushing aside ...

... And a dental examination!
The health of teeth will also require annual inspection visit to the dentist. And this from 2 ½ years, 3 years, ie when all teeth usually came out.

This medical examination meets several objectives. On the one hand, we detect and treat any cavities that had already invited into the mouth of your toddler. Although the baby teeth, cavities must be processed as quickly as possible to preserve the future teeth.

On the other hand, the visit to the dentist allows the specialist to advise your child brushing his teeth. The first appointment will also give you information about the location of your child's teeth: Is it correct? Is it correct? In case of bad location, can we expect the arrival of permanent teeth and see the evolution or will it intervene? At what age? ...

Most young children do not have dental problems. These early visits are primarily an opportunity for them to deal calmly care of teeth. perhaps they will give them the urge to take care of their teeth now.