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Are you planning on dedicating a day or two to refreshing your home? For many parents, decluttering, donating, and organizing toys, clothes and other things that have accumulated is priority number one. If that\u2019s the case for you, then don\u2019t forget to \u201cspring clean\u201d your child\u2019s dental routine too! Here\u2019s an easy guide on how to do just that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Stock Your Child\u2019s Bathroom with Oral Hygiene Essentials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s no secret that life with kids can get hectic. Amid all of the hustle and bustle, you don\u2019t want to add spontaneous trips to the store for things like toothbrushes and toothpaste \u2013 those can easily be bought in advance! By doing this, you and your child won\u2019t be left in a pinch if something unexpected happens, like they get sick and need to replace their toothbrush.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bonus tip: use this opportunity to put together a dental emergency kit! In it, put gauze, a small container that could fit a lost tooth, a topical anesthetic, and the contact information of your child\u2019s pediatric dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Clean, Clean, Clean<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wiping down your child\u2019s bathroom counter might be on your weekly to-dos. However, now is the perfect time to give that space a thorough clean. Washing the grout, the sides of their sink, and their toothbrush holder is a must. You can also use this opportunity to deep clean their toothbrush, mouthguard, or retainer! Just make sure to avoid harsh cleaners, like bleach, since they contain toxins that should not be ingested.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Replace Your Child\u2019s Toothbrush<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your child gets sick, then it\u2019s a good idea to replace their toothbrush to prevent others in your household from getting ill too. On an ongoing basis, the American Dental Association recommends replacing it every three or four months. So, if it\u2019s been longer than that, now is the time to purchase a new one. To help pique your child\u2019s interest in oral hygiene, consider letting them pick out a new toothbrush!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Leave Behind Bad Dental Habits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Does your child bite their nails? Do they chew on the back of their pen or pencil while they\u2019re working? Do they suck their thumb when they feel anxious? Unfortunately, these are a few habits that can wreak havoc on their smile. So, there is no time like the present to implement some positive reinforcement to help them stop altogether!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Schedule Your Child\u2019s Next Dental Checkup and Cleaning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your child\u2019s next checkup and cleaning is already on the calendar, congratulations \u2013 you\u2019re a step ahead! If it isn\u2019t, that\u2019s okay too. After all, there is no time like the present to call their pediatric dentist! Remember, these biannual visits are of the utmost importance. In addition to removing plaque and tartar, these appointments play an essential role in catching oral health problems early on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

With Dr. Susan Podray-Donovan<\/a> leading the way, our team at Village Pediatric Dentistry<\/a> is here to help families keep their loved ones\u2019 smiles happy and healthy. We\u2019re proud to offer a wide range of treatments for growing smiles, welcome dental insurance and flexible financing, and provide after-school and weekend hours! If you have a question about your child\u2019s oral health or you\u2019d like to schedule their next checkup and cleaning, visit our website<\/a> or call (678) 456-5572<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Are you planning on dedicating a day or two to refreshing your home? For many parents, decluttering, donating, and organizing toys, clothes and other things that have accumulated is priority number one. If that\u2019s the case for you, then don\u2019t forget to \u201cspring clean\u201d your child\u2019s dental routine too! Here\u2019s an easy guide on how […]<\/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":"\nHow To: Spring Clean Your Child\u2019s Dental Routine | Village Pediatric Dentistry<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"When decluttering, organizing, and cleaning your home, don\u2019t forget your child\u2019s dental routine! 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