Though we don’t often think about it, youngsters as young as 9 or 10 months of age can be infected with cavity-producing bacteria, which can cause decay. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that almost 20% of children 2-5 have untreated cavities, and the number rises in children over 6.

Tooth decay, if left undetected or untreated in young children can result in poor eating habits, delayed speech development, and create an unhealthy environment for permanent tooth development. Healthy baby teeth lead to healthier permanent teeth later in life.

Mothers who observe preventive dental and oral care during prenatal and postnatal periods can better guard her child from cavities. Parents and care providers should not prop a bottle for their baby in a crib or car seat, skip nighttime bottle or breastfeeding, and go over their child’s teeth with a cloth or soft baby toothbrush as soon as they erupt.

Pediatric dentists advise taking your child to his initial dental appointment when the first tooth breaks through. He will be examined and you can begin discussing dental sealants and other preventative measures.

To set up your toddler’s first dental check-up at Inspira Dental Care call 301-884-3248 today! Our personal staff will be happy to answer all of your questions.

Contact Inspira Dental Care:

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Mocksville:198 Hospital StMocksville,NC 27103

336-485-6909

Winston-Salem:3309 Healy Dr, Ste DWinston-Salem, NC 27103

336-895-0001