Kid's Dental

Every child needs to develop healthy dental hygiene skills, and several studies have shown that people who kick off their early years with healthy oral habits will continue to have healthier habits later in life. Adults who had good dental habits as children have more confidence later in life, and they also experience fewer issues with their teeth than children who lacked good dental habits. Of course, as a parent, you know that your child probably isn't the happiest camper when they hear it's time for a dental visit.

Your child will begin getting their baby teeth during the first 6 months of their life. By age 6 or 7, they'll begin to lose their baby teeth and get their secondary, permanent teeth. Because of this well-known fact of life, many people share the common misconception that dental health within the first few years isn't that important.

Technology has improved countless aspects of the dental industry, and the power of digital is now being brought into X-ray technology. The actual process of receiving a digital X-ray is similar to that of a traditional X-ray. In order for your dentist to take an X-ray, they will put a sensor into your mouth that will capture multiple images of your teeth.

There are many instances when your child may damage a tooth. Some common examples include playground accidents, sports accidents, and general decay that has led to a weakened tooth that is more easily damaged. If your child plays sports, they should always wear a mouth guard to help protect their teeth.

A tooth extraction can sound like a very scary thing at any age. If your dentist has suggested an extraction for your child, you may be wondering about the details of the process. Knowing more information about this decision can help you ease your child's mind prior to the extraction. There are many reasons why your child's dentist may suggest a tooth extraction.