As the summer comes to an end, children all over will be returning to school. As parents are frantically getting new school bags, shoes, clothes, writing materials, and lunchboxes, they should not overlook one thing that is necessary for their children’s well-being at school, and that is their dental health. Even amongst parents who don’t neglect the health of their kids before resumption, it’s been found that not a lot happens about oral health, which is bad because summer vacations and the coming season are going to put the teeth through a wringer, so nothing short of a thorough dental checkup is sufficient.
Full-Scope Pre-School Dental Checkup
Before sending them back to school, a responsible parent ought to make sure that their child goes through a full dental checkup. This will ensure that no new cavities have formed over the summer and also keep the teeth in good condition.
Dentists will assess your kids’ gum health, check for cavities, and remove tartar buildup with deep oral cleansing. Also, they might make use of fluoride treatments to strengthen the tooth against tooth decay or dental sealants to prevent pieces of food from being stuck in their molars.
Teach Good Dental Hygiene
Comprehensive dental inspection and cleaning are all good, but they don’t replace proper oral hygiene. This is also why you should explain to your child the advantages of maintaining good oral hygiene, such as brushing, rinsing, or flossing.
Be sure to set a time for them to brush two to three times a day, particularly after a very sugary snack! Floss for them from time to time and incentivise them with rewards if they brush thoroughly.
Pack Nutritional Lunches That Are Good For The Teeth
Dietary and oral issues with kids all over the world are linked to what they eat in school. Most of what is sold or available in the cafeteria is either poor-quality food or sweet snacks with lots of sugar and acid content that are harmful to the teeth.
You would imagine that with the option of packing lunch from home, then kids can take much more healthy food, but you would be mistaken because lots of kids’ lunches are also packed with these sweet and savory foods or snacks because they are good brain foods and can give the child energy to perform all their activities. Parents could also pack the lunchboxes full of veggies, but then the kids won’t eat them.
So what are parents to do? Well, give the healthy foods that are good brain foods while still being sweet. And you know what fits such descriptions? Fruits. Fruits, dairy products, and proteinous meals. These foods will strengthen your child’s teeth, are less likely to cause cavities, and are good brain foods.
Get A Full Protection Kit For Sports
Cavities from food don’t have to be the only cause of oral issues in kids. Their teeth could be removed or chipped as a result of damage to their teeth while running, jumping, and tackling. That’s why if your kid is going to go full throttle in any sports activities like track, soccer, or football this coming school year, please don’t forget to get them fully decked out in protective gear like mouth guards and chin guards.
Avoid an Excess of Sugary Threats
While summer vacations bring with them fun picnics, parties, and backyard BBQ parties, what this also entails is that your kid is going to be filling their mouth with all sorts of sugary snacks and drinks. Mix in some bad hygiene, and the bacteria present inside the mouth will decompose the remaining sugar, producing acids that will deteriorate the enamel.
Choose Bubble for Your Child’s Back-to-School Checkup
Kids’ teeth are quite delicate, hence the need for a dedicated and specialized pediatric dentist. We at Bubble Children’s Dentistry are a pediatric dental clinic dedicated to keeping your child’s perfect smile, even as they go back to school. Contact us today at (617) 655-9410