Residents in Far West Side San Antonio can expect the dentist to take care of their children’s teeth and teach them good oral habits. They can also expect the dentist to put children at ease and make visits as comfortable as possible.
When Should A Child Start Seeing the Dentist?
Authorities now advise parents to start bringing a child to the dentist before they are a year old. The dentist can examine the newly-emerged teeth and advise the parents on the best ways to clean their child’s teeth and gums.
What Is Bottle Rot?
Bottle rot is more formally known as baby bottle tooth decay or early childhood caries. While it can affect any of the teeth, it is most common in the upper front teeth.
Bottle rot is caused by prolonged exposure to sugary drinks like juice or sugar water. Even milk and baby formula contain sugar. Dentists thus advise against putting a baby to bed with their bottle. Similarly, parents should not use a bottle as a pacifier or dip a pacifier in honey or sugar.
When Can Children Start Brushing Their Own Teeth?
A child will be able to brush their own teeth when they have enough coordination to tie their own shoes. That usually means when they are around six years old. The parent should still supervise them until they are a little older to make sure they brush all of their teeth and don’t swallow the toothpaste.
Contact Gloss Dental Kallison Ranch to schedule an appointment with a childrens dentist in Far West Side San Antonio.
