For kids across our community, school will be starting soon. Which means you may be busy preparing for school with supply shopping and by picking up new clothes too. But don’t forget about their smiles! Your Lake Orion, MI, dentist talks about how we help children start a new school year with a healthier smile.
Starting With Your Child’s Dental Exam
A dental exam is a chance for our team to take a close look at your child’s teeth before they start classes. With digital imaging technology, we can conduct a detailed exam with precision and catch issues like tooth decay in the early stages, as well as issues that could impact alignment and gum health. Our team could then create a treatment plan to address these issues so they start school with a healthy smile, and avoid discomfort and risks to their smile stability during the semester. We also clean the teeth, which can fight teeth stains and bad breath while also lowering the risk of cavities and gingivitis.
Treatments to Lower the Risk of Tooth Decay
We know the risks that cavities pose for kids of all ages, which is why we offer holistic treatment options to lower the risk of tooth decay and protect little smiles. For example, as part of the checkup and cleaning portion, we can apply fluoride directly to the teeth to keep enamel strong and prevent erosion linked to tooth decay. For the rear teeth, which kids may have a little trouble fully brushing and flossing, we could apply sealants so food and drink particles don’t become trapped between the molars, lowering the risk of cavities for years to come in many cases.
Boosting Your Oral Hygiene
We also take time to talk about improving your child’s oral hygiene habits! During the school year and beyond, kids need to start their day by brushing for two minutes and then do the same before going to bed each evening. We suggest a soft-bristled and age-appropriate toothbrush too, and a fluoride toothpaste. Kids also need to floss every evening before bed, to remove what a toothbrush alone cannot reach. Cutting back on how much sugar and starch is in their diet is important too!
If you have any questions about how our team will protect smiles with routine checkups and cleanings, or if you would like to schedule one now before your child goes back to school, then reach out today.
Schedule Your Child’s Visit With Lake Orion Family Dentistry
We want to help your little ones enjoy a bright and healthy smile when school starts. To find out more about children’s dentistry, or to schedule an appointment, call Lake Orion Family Dentistry in Lake Orion, MI at (248)693-6213.
