{"id":109,"date":"2022-08-25T15:35:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-25T15:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.villagepediatricdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=109"},"modified":"2022-09-22T15:36:08","modified_gmt":"2022-09-22T15:36:08","slug":"tips-to-help-your-child-ace-their-next-dental-exam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.villagepediatricdentistry.com\/blog\/tips-to-help-your-child-ace-their-next-dental-exam\/","title":{"rendered":"Help Your Child Ace Their Dental Exam with These Back-to-School Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Amid the hustle and bustle of back-to-school season, you may have only recently realized that your child\u2019s dental exam with their pediatric dentist<\/a> is coming up. If you\u2019re worried because your little one wasn\u2019t as diligent about brushing and flossing over the summer, that\u2019s okay. The best thing to do now is start enforcing good dental habits again! For five back-to-school-specific oral hygiene tips for kids, keep reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Pack Tooth-Friendly Lunches<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Does your child love soda, candy, and other sweet treats? Since they aren\u2019t the most tooth-friendly, it\u2019s best to avoid packing these in their school lunches. Instead, find foods that are nutritious and<\/em> delicious, like fresh fruit, carrots and hummus, and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get Your Child a New Toothbrush<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Has it been more than three months since your child got a new toothbrush? Then it\u2019s time to get them a new one! Otherwise, they are \u201ccleaning\u201d their teeth with old, frayed, and ineffective bristles. To pique their interest in brushing their teeth, consider taking them to the store with you to pick one out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make Brushing Their Teeth Fun<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately, there is a popular misconception that oral hygiene is boring. While that may be the case now, it doesn\u2019t have to be! To help make dental care something your child enjoys, do your best to make the experience exciting. You can get fun lights, play upbeat music, and track their progress with a visually interesting chart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Redirect Unhealthy Dental Habits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Thumb-sucking and nail-biting are two unhealthy dental habits that many children engage in. Since it\u2019s often in response to feeling stressed, you may see an uptick in this behavior during back-to-school season. When you notice it, do your best to redirect their behavior to something else, like coloring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Talk to Their Dentist About Dental Sealants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the best preventive measures you can take is to talk to your child\u2019s dentist about dental sealants. After all, there\u2019s a good chance their teeth and gums aren\u2019t being thoroughly cleaned as their fine motor skills develop. Dental sealants can help provide a protective layer against bacteria, reducing your chances of getting cavities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even if your child got off-track with their dental care habits over the summer, there\u2019s still time to help them ace their next dental exam. The above tips are a great place to start!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our team at Village Pediatric Dentistry<\/a> takes pride in helping growing smiles thrive \u2013 it\u2019s our greatest passion! We\u2019re proud to welcome infants, children, and teens at our conveniently located office. Plus, with morning, lunchtime, weekend, and after-school hours, they\u2019ll never have to miss valuable time in the classroom to care for their smile. If you want to learn more about how to keep your child\u2019s smile decay-free or you\u2019d like to schedule their next dental checkup, don\u2019t hesitate to visit our website<\/a> or call (678) 456-5572.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Amid the hustle and bustle of back-to-school season, you may have only recently realized that your child\u2019s dental exam with their pediatric dentist is coming up. If you\u2019re worried because your little one wasn\u2019t as diligent about brushing and flossing over the summer, that\u2019s okay. The best thing to do now is start enforcing good […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nHelp Your Child Ace Their Dental Exam with These Back-to-School Tips | Village Pediatric Dentistry<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Is your child\u2019s next dental exam on the calendar? 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