{"id":84,"date":"2019-02-03T05:42:47","date_gmt":"2019-02-03T05:42:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.combsdental.com\/blog\/?p=84"},"modified":"2025-02-04T20:53:10","modified_gmt":"2025-02-04T20:53:10","slug":"your-childrens-dentist-in-bella-vista-says-celebrate-oral-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.combsdental.com\/blog\/your-childrens-dentist-in-bella-vista-says-celebrate-oral-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Children\u2019s Dentist in Bella Vista Says Celebrate Oral Health!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>While for many people, February is typically a time to indulge\nin chocolates and other sweet delights, dentists around the country are, instead,\nencouraging <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combsdental.com\/pediatric-dentistry.html\">children<\/a>\nto start healthy oral care habits. Thus, your children\u2019s dentist in Bella Vista\nsays there are five things you can do, along with your child, to celebrate\nNational Children\u2019s Dental Health Month. Read on to find out what they are!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Importance of Promoting Oral Health Early<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most prevalent problems affecting people of all\nages is gum disease. For many, the trajectory toward developing the condition\nstarts in their childhood with a frequent occurrence of cavities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Poor oral health has also been found to contribute to serious\nhealth issues in other parts of the body, like Alzheimer\u2019s disease, pancreatic\ncancer and heart disease. Thus, encouraging excellent oral health among\nchildren could have far-reaching implications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are some subtle methods that can be used to achieve this\ngoal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1 \u2013 Buy a New Toothbrush<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Children love getting new things, so you can use the excitement\nassociated with purchasing a new toothbrush that features your child\u2019s favorite\ncharacter, as a means of developing better oral care habits. Thus, your little\none will likely be eager to brush his or her teeth several times a day, which\nis a great way to combat bacteria growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2 \u2013 Coloring for Fun<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most children love coloring, which is why the American\nDental Association (ADA) provides online activities that can be used to\ncommemorate National Children\u2019s Dental Health Month. You can print the various\npages and allow your child to color and display them in the bathroom to serve as\na fun reminder of the importance of proper oral hygiene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3 \u2013 Perform a Brushing Inspection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Does your child usually brush his or her teeth alone? If so,\nthis is a great time to perform a fun inspection of their proficiency. If there\nare some improvements that need to be made, you can provide some constructive tips\nin a fun way to keep him or her excited about oral care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4 \u2013 Highlight the Plaque<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A helpful way to encourage better oral health is to give\nyour child special tablets that reveal plaque buildup on his or her teeth. While\nthe bright colors are fun to look at, they still aid in teaching your child the\nimportance of performing excellent oral hygiene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5 \u2013 Schedule a Dental Visit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A final way that you can build positive oral care habits is\nto schedule an appointment with your dentist. This will provide an opportunity\nfor your child to become acquainted with the whole staff, to be educated and\ninspired, and to build lasting memories that positively impact his or her oral\nhealth well into adulthood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To schedule a first visit, reach out today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Chris R. Combs is a graduate of Texas A&amp;M Baylor College of Dentistry. Throughout his career, he has maintained a thirst for learning, which is why he takes continuing education courses. 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