Most of the teeth that your child has early on will eventually be lost and replaced with permanent teeth. The temporary nature of baby teeth can make them seem like they are not as important as permanent teeth. It is true that losing a baby tooth is something that is celebrated while losing a permanent tooth is a dental emergency. The fact that your child’s teeth are temporary does not mean that it is okay to neglect their care. You need to protect your child’s baby teeth as diligently as you would protect permanent teeth.

Establish a daily oral care routine

The way you teach your child to care for his or her baby teeth is important. Caring for baby teeth helps your child develop important habits that can last throughout life. Daily tasks like brushing, flossing, and rinsing can help protect your child’s teeth from decay. Decay is a common issue for children. Decay can cause pain and deterioration of the tooth. You do not want your child to deal with the consequences that come with tooth decay. You can take small steps each day to protect your child’s teeth by establishing and enforcing a daily oral care routine.

Make visits to the dentist a priority

Routine dental visits are an essential part of protecting your child’s teeth. During these visits, the dental assistant will brush, scrape, and floss your child’s teeth. The cleaning process removes harmful bacteria and can leave your child with a brightened smile. At these routine visits, the dentist will look to make sure your child’s teeth are in good condition and developing properly. There are a number of serious issues that can be avoided or treated easily if they are discovered early on. You are protecting your child’s teeth when you make visits to the dentist a priority.

Protect against injury

Another important step you can take to protect your child’s teeth is to prevent injury whenever possible. One example of protecting against injury is to have your child wear a mouth guard during contact sports. A simple device like a mouth guard can protect against serious injury that can cause a long list of problems for your child now and in the future.

Following the three tips outlined above will help you protect your child’s teeth in the present and for the future. Baby teeth will eventually fall out but it still hurts your child to have decay or to get an injury. If you prioritize the care of your child’s teeth it will help your child grow into a teenager and an adult who prioritizes daily oral care, routine dental visits, and protection against injury. You can get started on the process of protecting your child’s teeth by getting in touch with the Dental Remedies team and scheduling an appointment.